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Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI: SDDC Manager and NSX Data Center Advanced and vSAN Advanced without Horizon Enterprise - Software Subscription and Support - 100 CCU - 1 Year
Elevate your virtual desktop infrastructure with a purpose-built Lenovo solution that pairs VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI with Industry-leading management, networking, and storage technologies. This 100 CCU, 1-year Software Subscription and Support package combines SDDC Manager, NSX Data Center Advanced, and vSAN Advanced to deliver a streamlined, secure, and scalable VDI environment. Optimized for Lenovo hardware, it provides a robust foundation for enterprise-grade virtual desktop deployment without Horizon Enterprise, enabling IT teams to automate lifecycle management, enforce strict security policies, and accelerate user provisioning. The OEM offering is designed to simplify procurement, reduce total cost of ownership, and ensure continuous operation through a validated 1-year service window that includes software updates and access to Lenovo and VMware support resources.
- Unified management with SDDC Manager: centralize lifecycle management, deployment, and monitoring of the entire software-defined data center, enabling faster workflows, consistent configurations, and reduced manual effort across compute, storage, and networking.
- Advanced networking with NSX Data Center: powerful network virtualization that delivers micro-segmentation, distributed firewalling, and automated security policies, protecting VDI traffic and simplifying compliance in hybrid or multi-site environments.
- High-performance storage with vSAN Advanced: software-defined storage built into the data center stack, providing low-latency I/O, resilient data services, and scalable capacity to support large-scale VDI pools and sudden workload spikes without complex external storage silos.
- End-to-end Lenovo optimization: engineered for Lenovo server hardware to maximize reliability, compatibility, and support, reducing integration risk and delivering a smoother deployment experience for IT teams already invested in Lenovo ecosystems.
- Flexible license and 1-year support coverage: 100 CCU licensing paired with a 12-month software subscription and access to updates, patches, and enterprise-grade support, designed to keep your VDI environment secure and up to date.
Technical Details of Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI
- Licensing model: Software Subscription and Support (1 Year), 100 CCU
- Included components: SDDC Manager, NSX Data Center Advanced, vSAN Advanced
- Horizon entitlement: Horizon Enterprise is not included in this package
- Delivery method: OEM pricing with license delivered as a 1-year software subscription
- Support coverage: 1-year validation with access to software updates, patches, and technical support
- Platform scope: VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI on Lenovo hardware ecosystem
- Deployment footprint: optimized for mid-to-large-scale VDI deployments requiring centralized management and security controls
- Security posture: NSX Data Center Advanced provides micro-segmentation and adaptable firewall policies to safeguard virtual desktops
- Storage characteristics: vSAN Advanced delivers resilient, scalable storage tailored to persistent and non-persistent VDI workloads
how to install Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI
- Prepare your environment by verifying hardware compatibility with VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI and ensuring Lenovo servers meet the VMware compatibility guide and Lenovo deployment requirements.
- Obtain the license entitlements and download the SDDC Manager, NSX Data Center, and vSAN components through the OEM channel as part of the Software Subscription and Support package.
- Deploy the SDDC Manager appliance on Lenovo hardware, following the official deployment guide to establish initial management domains, clustering, and high-availability settings.
- Within SDDC Manager, enable NSX Data Center Advanced and configure initial network virtualization, security zones, and distributed router/edge settings tailored for your VDI topology.
- Provision vSAN Advanced storage, create performance-optimized clusters, and apply appropriate storage policies to support virtual desktop pools and user data requirements.
- Configure identity services, single sign-on, and access policies to control user connectivity to virtual desktops from corporate networks or remote locations.
- Import or activate the 100 CCU license, apply the subscription entitlements, and confirm license status within the SDDC Manager dashboard.
- Conduct validation checks, performance testing, and security verifications to ensure stability, compliance, and resilience before moving to production.
- Establish a maintenance plan, enroll in software update channels, and set up Lenovo and VMware support contacts to sustain operations throughout the 1-year term.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: What does this Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI package include? A: It includes SDDC Manager, NSX Data Center Advanced, and vSAN Advanced for VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI, licensed for up to 100 CCU, with 1 year of software subscription and support. Horizon Enterprise is not included.
- Q: What is a CCU? A: CCU refers to the license capacity allocated to this package, defined as 100 CCU for concurrent virtual desktop workloads under VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI. This is governed by the 1-year subscription terms.
- Q: Is Horizon Enterprise included? A: No. Horizon Enterprise is not part of this OEM package; the focus is on the integrated virtualization stack (SDDC Manager, NSX, and vSAN) for VDI.
- Q: How long is the subscription? A: The package includes a 1-year software subscription and support window, covering software updates, patches, and access to Lenovo and VMware support during the term. Renewal options are available after expiration.
- Q: What hardware is required? A: This is designed for Lenovo hardware compatible with VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI. Ensure your Lenovo servers meet the VMware compatibility guidelines and Lenovo deployment requirements before purchase.
- Q: What kind of support do I get? A: You receive software updates, security patches, and access to technical support through Lenovo and VMware channels for the duration of the 1-year term, with guidance and escalation paths as needed.
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