In this chapter, we will explore how to install and configure NSX for vSphere. We will be covering the following recipes:
- Choosing the right VMware NSX for vSphere edition
- Selecting ESXi hosts and network adapters
- Downloading NSX for vSphere
- Deploying the NSX Manager virtual appliance
- Replacing the NSX Manager certificate
- Registering vCenter server with NSX Manager
- Applying the NSX licenses
- Deploying the NSX Controller Cluster
- Preparing a vSphere cluster for NSX
- Validating NSX VIB installation
- Checking NSX component communication