How does VMware UAG work?
Unified Access Gateway acts as a proxy host for connections inside your company’s trusted network. This design provides an extra layer of security by shielding virtual desktops, application hosts, and servers from the public-facing Internet.
How do I deploy Unified Access Gateway?
To deploy the Unified Access Gateway using VMware vSphere Client:
- Unified Access Gateway Deployment Utility fling can be used instead of vSphere Client Deploy OVF.
- If vSphere Client, right-click a cluster, and click Deploy OVF Template.
- Select Local File and click Upload Files.
What is VMware Unified Access Gateway?
The VMware Unified Access Gateway (formerly called Access Point) is a platform that provides secure edge services and access to defined resources that reside in the internal network. This allows authorized, external users to access internally located resources in a secure manner.
What is UAG server?
Microsoft Forefront Unified Access Gateway (UAG) was a software suite that provides secure remote access to corporate networks for remote employees and business partners. Its services include reverse proxy, virtual private network (VPN), DirectAccess and Remote Desktop Services.
Does VMware UAG require a license?
The UAG has some benefits over the Security Server. First, it does not require a Windows license. The UAG is built on Photon, VMware’s lightweight Linux distribution, and it is distributed as an appliance.
How do I access UAG console?
Go to UAG admin console: https://UAG_FQDN_or_IP_Address:9443/admin and login with privileges.
- On Configure Manually, click Select.
- Go to General Settings -> Edge Services and click Show to display Horizon Settings.
- Configure the parameters you need and click Save.
What is VMware NSX?
VMware NSX is a network virtualization and security platform that enables the virtual cloud network, a software-defined approach to networking that extends across data centers, clouds and application frameworks. Use cases for VMware NSX include: Zero-trust security. Multi-cloud networking.
How do I access my UAG?
What is Horizonview UAG?
Before we go into the deployment process, let’s dive into the background on the appliance. The Unified Access Gateway (also abbreviated as UAG) is a purpose built virtual appliance that is designed to be the remote access component for VMware Horizon and Workspace One.
How do I check my UAG log?
Go to the Support Settings page and select Log Level Settings. The log levels that can be generated are INFO, WARNING, ERROR, and DEBUG.
Why do I need NSX?
Why use VMware NSX? VMware NSX delivers a complete L2-L7 networking and security virtualization platform, allowing you to manage your entire network as a single entity from a single pane of glass, enforce consistent networking and security policies, and automate and tailor the network to your needs.