Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI: SDDC Manager, NSX Data Center Advanced, and vSAN Advanced – OEM Software Subscription and Support

Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI delivers a turnkey, enterprise-grade platform that unifies compute, storage, and networking to accelerate virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) deployment and operations. This OEM package bundles SDDC Manager for effortless lifecycle management, NSX Data Center Advanced for secure software-defined networking, and vSAN Advanced for resilient, high-performance storage—creating a cohesive foundation that scales with your business. Licenced for 100 CCU and backed by a robust 5-year Software Subscription and Support plan, this solution is designed to minimize downtime, simplify upgrades, and provide predictable budgeting through OEM pricing. By consolidating critical cloud foundation components into a single, integrated stack, IT teams can provision desktops faster, enforce consistent security policies, and reduce operational complexity across the data center.

• Unified management with SDDC Manager: Centralize lifecycle management, configuration, and day-to-day operations for the VMware Cloud Foundation stack, reducing complexity and accelerating provisioning.
• Advanced networking with NSX Data Center: Build secure, scalable software-defined networking and micro-segmentation to protect desktop and application workloads while simplifying policy administration.
• High-performance storage with vSAN Advanced: Deliver resilient, scalable hyperconverged storage optimized for virtual desktops and I/O-intensive workloads, with streamlined capacity planning.
• VDI optimization with Horizon Enterprise omitted: This package is designed to align with VMware VDI workflows while explicitly excluding Horizon Enterprise, offering licensing flexibility and focused capabilities for virtual desktop environments.
• OEM pricing and 5-year reliability: Benefit from OEM-aligned pricing and a five-year validation to ensure your software stays current, secure, and supported throughout the deployment lifecycle.

Technical Details of 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 - 5 Year

• Product type: Software Subscription and Support
• License scope: 100 CCU (concurrent compute units)
• Core components included: SDDC Manager, NSX Data Center Advanced, vSAN Advanced
• Horizon Enterprise: Not included
• Subscription duration: 5 years
• Pricing model: OEM pricing
• Support coverage: Included via Software Subscription and Support coverage for the 5-year term
• Deployment footprint: Designed for Lenovo hardware environments, optimized for Lenovo servers and storage configurations to maximize performance and reliability

how to install Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI

Installing Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI involves a structured sequence that aligns with VMware best practices and Lenovo hardware optimization. Follow these high-level steps to lay a solid foundation for your virtual desktop infrastructure:

• Prepare the environment: Verify hardware compatibility with Lenovo servers and storage, confirm firmware levels, and ensure you have access to the OEM license and subscription entitlement. Establish a maintenance window and define stakeholders for governance and change control.
• Deploy SDDC Manager: Install and configure the SDDC Manager appliance or virtual instance. Connect SDDC Manager to your vCenter Server(s) and establish management access. Validate network reachability and time synchronization across components.
• Register and configure components: In SDDC Manager, register vCenter, NSX, and vSAN resources. Apply licensing for 100 CCU and complete initial policy and governance settings to align with your security and compliance requirements.
• Enable NSX Data Center Advanced: Provision NSX Manager, configure logical switches, distributed firewalls, and micro-segmentation policies. Establish security groups and load balancing as needed for VDI traffic, management, and storage I/O paths.
• Set up vSAN Advanced storage: Create and configure vSAN clusters, assign storage policies for desktops and pool configurations, and validate performance with representative VDI workloads. Ensure data protection and backup policies are in place.
• VDI integration and validation: If applicable, integrate with existing VMware Horizon workflows or prepare a clean VDI workflow using SDDC Manager-driven automation. Run pilot desktops, verify provisioning times, and confirm policy enforcement, monitoring, and alerting.
• Operational readiness: Configure monitoring, alerting, backup, and disaster recovery settings. Establish routine patching and upgrade paths via SDDC Manager to keep all components current within the 5-year subscription window.

Frequently asked questions

• What does Lenovo VMware Cloud Foundation for VDI include? It includes SDDC Manager for lifecycle management, NSX Data Center Advanced for secure software-defined networking, and vSAN Advanced for storage, all licensed for 100 CCU with a 5-year Software Subscription and Support plan. Horizon Enterprise is not included in this package.
• What is a CCU? CCU stands for concurrent compute unit, a licensing metric used to define the capacity allowed for virtual desktops or workloads running within the environment.
• How long does the subscription last? The package includes a 5-year Software Subscription and Support term, providing ongoing updates, security patches, and vendor support throughout the license period.
• Is Horizon Enterprise required or included? Horizon Enterprise is not included in this OEM package. Customers may choose to license Horizon Enterprise separately based on their desktop virtualization strategy.
• What are the benefits of OEM pricing? OEM pricing typically offers cost-effective, channel-specific pricing, streamlined procurement, and aligned support with Lenovo hardware, helping simplify budgeting and procurement for enterprise deployments.
• Can I scale beyond 100 CCU? Scaling beyond 100 CCU would require licensing adjustments or a different SKU that supports higher CCU counts. Consult Lenovo or your VMware representative for options aligned to your deployment needs.
• What kind of support is included? The package includes Software Subscription and Support for the 5-year term, providing access to updates, upgrades, and vendor support as part of the license agreement.