Mastering High Availability: Build a Robust Solaris Cluster with VMware ESXi
What you will learn:
- Build and manage a high-availability (HA) cluster
- Implement active-passive failover functionality in an HA cluster
- Configure quorum for robust cluster operation
- Effectively manage resources within your HA cluster
- Troubleshoot common issues in HA cluster environments
- Deploy and manage a Solaris Cluster using VMware ESXi
Description
In 2024, elevate your system administration skills with our comprehensive course on building high-availability (HA) clusters using Oracle Solaris and VMware ESXi. This hands-on training provides a step-by-step approach to creating resilient, active-passive failover clusters. Learn the intricacies of cluster architecture, including quorum, resource management, fencing, and troubleshooting techniques. We'll use real-world examples to demystify complex concepts. Master the core components of Solaris Cluster, understand its role in business continuity, and discover how to configure redundant systems for maximum uptime. Explore the practical applications of this robust technology for safeguarding critical services and applications. This course covers everything from setting up the lab environment in VMware Workstation to deploying and configuring the Solaris Cluster, enabling you to confidently build and manage highly available systems. Gain expertise in crucial aspects like configuring IP addresses and managing repositories. By the end of this course, you will possess the skills to build and manage robust HA clusters, ensuring business continuity and minimizing downtime.
Curriculum
Introduction to High Availability Clustering
This introductory section lays the groundwork for understanding high-availability clusters. The "What will you learn?" lecture provides a roadmap for the course, outlining key concepts and practical skills. The "Udemy Platform" lecture gives a brief overview of navigating the platform and utilizing its resources.
Setting Up Your High Availability Cluster Lab Environment
This section guides you through the setup of your virtual lab environment. Starting with a clear explanation of the lab architecture, it walks you through downloading and installing VMware Workstation, configuring a virtual network, setting up VMware ESXi, obtaining and installing the necessary Solaris ISO images, and configuring the IP addresses for your virtual machines. This section ensures you have the necessary foundation to build your HA cluster.
Repository Configuration for Solaris Cluster
This section focuses on preparing the required software repositories. You'll learn how to upload necessary packages, configure a local repository, and set up the cluster repository. This ensures that the installation process runs smoothly and you have access to all needed packages.
Building Your High Availability Cluster
This crucial section delves into the installation and configuration of your Solaris HA cluster. You'll learn to install the cluster software package and configure your HA cluster step-by-step, establishing the core functionality of your resilient system.
Understanding and Implementing Quorum
This section teaches you about the vital role of quorum in HA clustering. You'll understand what quorum is, learn how to add a shared disk, and how to effectively add and manage quorum in your cluster. This is fundamental to maintaining cluster consistency and operation.
Managing Resources in Your High Availability Cluster
This section explores resource management within the cluster. Learn how resources function, add a shared disk to manage your resources, create resources in your cluster, and perform crucial failover testing to ensure your cluster's resilience and robustness. This section is key to making your cluster functional and reliable.
Bonus Materials
This section includes additional supplemental materials and information to further enhance your understanding and skills.
