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Check Point VSX provides an option for virtualizing security gateways and the connecting infrastructure such as switches and routers. A large number of logically independent firewalls can be operated in parallel on a single platform.
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the Check Point VSX solution and describes how it can be deployed in an enterprise network. The theoretical content is deepened in numerous practical exercises.
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Course Contents
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- VSX Overview
- Virtual System Installation and Configuration
- VSX Clustering
- Advanced VSX Features
- Troubleshooting VSX
You will receive the original course documentation as a Check Point e-Kit.
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Target Group
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This course is designed for technical professionals who support a Check Point Virtual Security Extension (VSX) solution within their network security environment. The training is also recommended to prepare for the Check Point Certified Virtual System Extension Specialist (CCVS) certification.
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Knowledge Prerequisites
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Solid knowledge in the following areas:
- Unix-like and/or Windows operating system
- Internet
- Basics of network technology
- Network security
- TCP/IP networking
Check Point training/certification:
- Check Point Certified Security Administrator R81.10 - CCSA
- Check Point Certified Security Expert R81.10 - CCSE
Useful, but not required:
- Check Point Jump Start Maestro Hyperscale Network Security
- Check Point Certified Maestro Expert - CCME
- Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management Specialist R81.10 - CCMS
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Alternatives
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Book this course together with Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management Specialist R81.10 – CCMS as PowerPackage Check Point CCVS and CCMS for the discounted price of € 3.495,-.
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Complementary and Continuative Courses
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Check Point Certified Automation Specialist R81.20 – CCAS
Check Point Certified Maestro Expert – CCME
Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist – CCCS
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 – CCES
Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management Specialist R81.10 – CCMS
Check Point Certified Troubleshooting Administrator R81.20 – CCTA
Check Point Certified Troubleshooting Expert R81.20 – CCTE
Check Point Threat Prevention Specialist R81.20 – CTPS -
Course Objective
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Acquire the fundamental knowledge and skills required to install, configure and manage a Check Point Virtual Security Extension (VSX) solution in a network security environment.
Identify and use the appropriate commands and techniques to troubleshoot VSX deployments, routing and provisioning issues.
Certification path: Check Point Certified Virtual System Exchange (VSX) Specialist (CCVS)
Exercises |
Configuring the VSX Environment |
Deploying a Virtual System with a Physical Interface |
Deploying a Virtual System with Bonded VLAN Interfaces |
Deploying a VSLS Cluster |
Maintaining the VSX Environment |
Using the CLI to Manage VSX |
Performance Tuning in VSX |
Troubleshooting VSX Issues |

Certification as CCSM & CCSM Elite Certifications – Check Point Certified Security Master & Elite
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Classroom training
- Do you prefer the classic training method? A course in one of our Training Centers, with a competent trainer and the direct exchange between all course participants? Then you should book one of our classroom training dates!
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Hybrid training
- Hybrid training means that online participants can additionally attend a classroom course. The dynamics of a real seminar are maintained, and the online participants are able to benefit from that. Online participants of a hybrid course use a collaboration platform, such as WebEx Training Center or Saba Meeting. To do this, a PC with browser and Internet access is required, as well as a headset and ideally a Web cam. In the seminar room, we use specially developed and customized audio- and video-technologies. This makes sure that the communication between all persons involved works in a convenient and fault-free way.
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Online training
- You wish to attend a course in online mode? We offer you online course dates for this course topic. To attend these seminars, you need to have a PC with Internet access (minimum data rate 1Mbps), a headset when working via VoIP and optionally a camera. For further information and technical recommendations, please refer to.
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Tailor-made courses
-
You need a special course for your team? In addition to our standard offer, we will also support you in creating your customized courses, which precisely meet your individual demands. We will be glad to consult you and create an individual offer for you.

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Check Point VSX provides an option for virtualizing security gateways and the connecting infrastructure such as switches and routers. A large number of logically independent firewalls can be operated in parallel on a single platform.
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the Check Point VSX solution and describes how it can be deployed in an enterprise network. The theoretical content is deepened in numerous practical exercises.
-
Course Contents
-
- VSX Overview
- Virtual System Installation and Configuration
- VSX Clustering
- Advanced VSX Features
- Troubleshooting VSX
You will receive the original course documentation as a Check Point e-Kit.
-
Target Group
-
This course is designed for technical professionals who support a Check Point Virtual Security Extension (VSX) solution within their network security environment. The training is also recommended to prepare for the Check Point Certified Virtual System Extension Specialist (CCVS) certification.
-
Knowledge Prerequisites
-
Solid knowledge in the following areas:
- Unix-like and/or Windows operating system
- Internet
- Basics of network technology
- Network security
- TCP/IP networking
Check Point training/certification:
- Check Point Certified Security Administrator R81.10 - CCSA
- Check Point Certified Security Expert R81.10 - CCSE
Useful, but not required:
- Check Point Jump Start Maestro Hyperscale Network Security
- Check Point Certified Maestro Expert - CCME
- Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management Specialist R81.10 - CCMS
-
Alternatives
-
Book this course together with Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management Specialist R81.10 – CCMS as PowerPackage Check Point CCVS and CCMS for the discounted price of € 3.495,-.
-
Complementary and Continuative Courses
-
Check Point Certified Automation Specialist R81.20 – CCAS
Check Point Certified Maestro Expert – CCME
Check Point Certified Cloud Specialist – CCCS
Check Point Harmony Endpoint Specialist R81.20 – CCES
Check Point Multi-Domain Security Management Specialist R81.10 – CCMS
Check Point Certified Troubleshooting Administrator R81.20 – CCTA
Check Point Certified Troubleshooting Expert R81.20 – CCTE
Check Point Threat Prevention Specialist R81.20 – CTPS -
Course Objective
-
Acquire the fundamental knowledge and skills required to install, configure and manage a Check Point Virtual Security Extension (VSX) solution in a network security environment.
Identify and use the appropriate commands and techniques to troubleshoot VSX deployments, routing and provisioning issues.
Certification path: Check Point Certified Virtual System Exchange (VSX) Specialist (CCVS)
Exercises |
Configuring the VSX Environment |
Deploying a Virtual System with a Physical Interface |
Deploying a Virtual System with Bonded VLAN Interfaces |
Deploying a VSLS Cluster |
Maintaining the VSX Environment |
Using the CLI to Manage VSX |
Performance Tuning in VSX |
Troubleshooting VSX Issues |

Certification as CCSM & CCSM Elite Certifications – Check Point Certified Security Master & Elite
-
Classroom training
- Do you prefer the classic training method? A course in one of our Training Centers, with a competent trainer and the direct exchange between all course participants? Then you should book one of our classroom training dates!
-
Hybrid training
- Hybrid training means that online participants can additionally attend a classroom course. The dynamics of a real seminar are maintained, and the online participants are able to benefit from that. Online participants of a hybrid course use a collaboration platform, such as WebEx Training Center or Saba Meeting. To do this, a PC with browser and Internet access is required, as well as a headset and ideally a Web cam. In the seminar room, we use specially developed and customized audio- and video-technologies. This makes sure that the communication between all persons involved works in a convenient and fault-free way.
-
Online training
- You wish to attend a course in online mode? We offer you online course dates for this course topic. To attend these seminars, you need to have a PC with Internet access (minimum data rate 1Mbps), a headset when working via VoIP and optionally a camera. For further information and technical recommendations, please refer to.
-
Tailor-made courses
-
You need a special course for your team? In addition to our standard offer, we will also support you in creating your customized courses, which precisely meet your individual demands. We will be glad to consult you and create an individual offer for you.
