Building Network Virtualization with VMware NSX-T

Overview

Build expertise in VMware NSX-T, the platform enabling secure, scalable network virtualization in data centers. This course introduces software-defined networking (SDN), explains NSX-T architecture, and provides hands-on practice with logical switching, routing, traffic optimization, and security. You will start with SDN fundamentals, see how NSX-T separates management, control, and data planes, and review components such as transport nodes, edge nodes, and gateways. You will then install and configure NSX-T Manager and learn deployment best practices. Next, work with logical switching and routing. You will configure segments, explore overlays with VXLAN and Geneve, and set up Tier-0 and Tier-1 gateways with static and dynamic routing. You will also optimize east-west and north-south flows using load balancing and traffic engineering. The course concludes with zero-trust security and practical NSX-T applications. You will design micro-segmentation policies, implement distributed firewalls, and apply a zero-trust model for secure multi-tenant environments. Hands-on labs will reinforce skills in switch deployment, routing, traffic analysis, and security implementation. By the end of this course, you will be able to: - Analyze NSX-T architecture, SDN concepts, and deployment workflows. - Configure logical switches, segments, and routing gateways. - Optimize traffic flows with load balancing and routing strategies. - Implement micro-segmentation and zero-trust security using NSX-T. Disclaimer: This course is an independent educational resource developed by Board Infinity and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially associated with CFA Institute or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates. This course is not official preparation material of CFA Institute. All trademarks, service marks, and company names mentioned, if any, are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification purposes only.

Syllabus

NSX-T Architecture and SDN Fundamentals

This module introduces the core concepts of Software-Defined Networking (SDN) and VMware NSX-T architecture. You’ll explore the management, control, and data planes, key NSX-T components such as transport nodes, edge nodes, and gateways, and walk through installation and initial configuration. By the end, you’ll understand how NSX-T transforms traditional networking into a scalable, software-defined model.

Logical Switching and Routing

This module covers how NSX-T enables logical switching and routing in virtualized environments. You’ll learn about overlay networking with VXLAN and Geneve, segment configuration, and switching optimization. The lessons also dive into Tier-0/Tier-1 gateways, dynamic and static routing, route redistribution, and traffic flow optimization techniques, giving you the skills to design and manage efficient network topologies.

Zero-Trust Security Model & Practical Applications of NSX-T

This module focuses on implementing security and real-world applications with NSX-T. You’ll learn about Zero-Trust architecture, micro-segmentation, and security policy enforcement in virtual environments. The module concludes with practical use cases that demonstrate how NSX-T integrates switching, routing, and security into unified SDN solutions for enterprise data centers.