This configuration allows multiple pools to be grouped together using global entitlements, which is in line with utilizing a Cloud Pod Architecture. However, the configuration exceeds the maximum supported size for a View block, as each Horizon block should not encompass more than 2,000 desktops. While the question specifies 9,500 desktops per site, it necessitates multiple blocks to remain within supported limits.
To meet the requirements of monitoring PCoIP metrics for user experience within a Horizon environment, the necessary components are the vRealize Operations for Horizon Adapter and the vRealize Operations for Horizon Desktop Agent. The Horizon Adapter integrates with vRealize Operations to provide performance monitoring and user experience metrics related to Horizon. The Desktop Agent is needed on the user's virtual desktops to collect and send performance metrics back to vRealize Operations Manager. These components ensure that the monitoring solution effectively captures the required data while minimizing resource usage.
To migrate the View Composer to a new server and preserve the linked-clone information, you need to follow these steps: First, migrate the RSA key constrainer as it is essential for securing the communications (C). Second, configure the Horizon View Composer to point to the existing SQL database to ensure continuity of the linked-clone desktops' data and settings (D). Lastly, install the VMware Horizon View Composer service on the new server to reestablish the Composer functionality (E). These steps ensure a seamless migration without data loss.
To support a bring-your-own-device (BYOD) strategy, support external contractors, and ensure access from anywhere, leveraging Horizon 7 clients is essential. Horizon 7 clients allow access to the VDI environment from various devices. Deploying Horizon 7 Access Point appliances (now referred to as Unified Access Gateway or UAG) ensures secure external access without requiring extensive network configuration, facilitating ease of access for external contractors. While Thin Clients (E) could be considered, they are more of a hardware solution and might not fully address the BYOD and ubiquitous access requirements compared to Horizon 7 clients and Access Point appliances.