Getting a new Nexus Dashboard cluster online is the first step towards modern, automated data center networking. In this video, WWT's Nathan Litz guides you through the initial setup and configuration of a Nexus Dashboard cluster straight out of the box.

This walkthrough moves from first boot to a fully formed cluster, covering the core configuration that brings the nodes together and prepares the platform for day one operations. The result is a clean, ready state where the cluster is stable and prepared to begin building networking fabrics.

This guide is paced for engineers who want to follow along, while also providing IT leaders a clear view of how straightforward the initial deployment can be. The video concludes with a picture of what a healthy Nexus Dashboard cluster looks like and what comes next.

For background on Nexus Dashboard and how it is used by the Advanced Technology Center, be sure to check out Inside WWT's ATC: Operating at Scale with Cisco Nexus Dashboard. 

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