Chapter 7. Steps to Provisioning Your Cloud Infrastructure

•Advanced. For more sophisticated network topologies. This network model provides the most flexibility in defining guest networks and providing custom network offerings such as firewall, VPN, or load balancer support.

For more information about the network types, see Network Setup.

7.The rest of the steps differ depending on whether you chose Basic or Advanced. Continue with the steps that apply to you:

•Section 7.3.2.1, “Basic Zone Configuration”

•Section 7.3.2.2, “Advanced Zone Configuration”

7.3.2.1. Basic Zone Configuration

1.After you select Basic in the Add Zone wizard and click Next, you will be asked to enter the following details. Then click Next.

•Name. A name for the zone.

•DNS 1 and 2. These are DNS servers for use by guest VMs in the zone. These DNS servers will be accessed via the public network you will add later. The public IP addresses for the zone must have a route to the DNS server named here.

•Internal DNS 1 and Internal DNS 2. These are DNS servers for use by system VMs in the zone (these are VMs used by CloudPlatform itself, such as virtual routers, console proxies, and Secondary Storage VMs.) These DNS servers will be accessed via the management traffic network interface of the System VMs. The private IP address you provide for the pods must have a route to the internal DNS server named here.

•Hypervisor. Choose the hypervisor for the first cluster in the zone. You can add clusters with different hypervisors later, after you finish adding the zone.

•Network Offering. Your choice here determines what network services will be available on the network for guest VMs.

Network Offering

Description

 

 

DefaultSharedNetworkOfferingWithSGService

If you want to enable security groups for

 

guest traffic isolation, choose this. (See Using

 

Security Groups to Control Traffic to VMs.)

 

 

DefaultSharedNetworkOffering

If you do not need security groups, choose

 

this.

 

 

DefaultSharedNetscalerEIPandELBNetworkOfferingIf

you have installed a Citrix NetScaler

 

appliance as part of your zone network, and

 

you will be using its Elastic IP and Elastic

 

Load Balancing features, choose this. With

 

the EIP and ELB features, a basic zone with

 

security groups enabled can offer 1:1 static

 

NAT and load balancing.

 

 

•Network Domain. (Optional) If you want to assign a special domain name to the guest VM network, specify the DNS suffix.

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4.2 specifications

Citrix Systems, a leading provider of virtualization solutions and cloud computing technologies, released version 4.2 of its popular software, Citrix XenApp, which was previously known as Presentation Server. This version marked a significant evolution in providing users with remote access to applications and desktops, emphasizing simplicity, performance, and security.

One of the standout features of Citrix XenApp 4.2 is its improved application streaming capabilities. This technology allows applications to be delivered to users in real-time, reducing the need for extensive local installations and enhancing the user experience. With application streaming, administrators can efficiently manage applications on a central server while ensuring that users have immediate access to the necessary tools.

Another highlight of this version is the enhanced security measures put in place to protect sensitive data. Citrix XenApp 4.2 includes support for SSL encryption, providing a secure communication channel for data transmitted between the server and clients. This is particularly crucial for businesses that need to comply with strict data protection regulations. Additionally, the integration of endpoint security features ensures that unauthorized access to applications is minimized.

Performance enhancements are also a critical focus in this release. Citrix optimized the delivery of applications over various network conditions, ensuring that users experience minimal latency regardless of their location. This was achieved through the incorporation of SmartAccess and SmartControl technologies, which allow administrators to set policies based on user roles, device types, and network conditions. This level of granularity enables organization-wide security without compromising on usability.

The user experience was further improved with a revamped interface, making it easier for end-users to access their applications and data. Simplified menus, clear navigation paths, and the ability to customize user settings contributed to a more efficient workflow, allowing users to focus on their tasks rather than struggling with the software.

Finally, Citrix XenApp 4.2 was designed to be highly scalable. Organizations of all sizes could deploy this solution to deliver applications efficiently, adapting to their specific needs as their user base grows or changes. This flexibility is crucial for businesses looking to future-proof their IT investments while maintaining optimal performance.

In summary, Citrix XenApp 4.2 stands out with its enhanced application streaming, robust security features, improved performance under varying conditions, user-friendly interface, and scalability, making it an ideal choice for organizations seeking to leverage virtualization for remote access to applications and desktops.
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