Service | Purpose |
Active Directory (AD) | (Optional) Provides authentication and authorization. Note: AD is required if you are deploying vRealize Automation. |
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) | Provides automated IP address allocation for VXLAN Tunnel Endpoints (TEPs) if you choose DHCP. |
Domain Name Service (DNS) | Provides name resolution for the various components in the solution. |
Network Time Protocol (NTP) | Synchronizes time between the various components. |
Simple Message Transfer Protocol (SMTP) | (Optional) Provides method for email alerts. |
Certificate Authority (CA) | (Optional) Allows replacement of the initial self-signed certificates that are used by Cloud Foundation. Note: A CA is required if you are deploying vRealize Automation. |