Deploying a Quantum Edge VNF

After the VNF profile creation is complete, it is necessary to deploy the VNF.

To deploy the VNF:

  1. Select Configure > Edges > Select the Edge > Devices > Security VNF.

  2. Click Edit.

    The Edge VNF Configuration window opens.

  3. Configure the required settings in these fields:

    VLAN

    Select the VLAN to which the VNF is connected.

    For more information about the VLAN in VeloCloud appliances, see the VMware guide.

    Management IP

    The VNF management IP address.

    Hostname

    The VNF host name.

    Deployment State

    If the VNF is downloaded, deployed and powered off, or downloaded, deployed and powered on.

    Security VNF

    Select the VNF profile that was previously created.

    The option to create a new VNF profile form is available here, select New VNF Service.

  4. Click Update.

  5. From the top of the page, click Save Changes to apply the changes to the Quantum Edge.