We have now gone through the basics of NetScaler, covering the basics and the definition of an ADC, how it works, and also a bit on the different models and editions we can choose from. We also went through some advanced feature modes, and how NetScaler processes traffic for a sample web service. Lastly, we looked at how NetScaler handles traffic for a load-balanced service, and how we can add VLANs.
So, to sum it up, this is what we did to get NetScaler up and running:
Imported the virtual machine in a virtual environment or in a public cloud
Performed the initial setup of NetScaler using CLI by setting the NSIP
Changed the default password from
nsroot
Added a platform license to enable more features
Added additional IP addresses, such as SNIP, to enable backend communications
Added a DNS server for name lookup and an NTP server for time synchronization
Configured modes depending on the network topology
Saved the configuration
In the next chapter, we will look more closely at the NetScaler Gateway and Unified Gateway feature, which is commonly used for XenApp/XenDesktop environments, and we will also have a look at the different modes it can operate in.