Thanks for your comment! My basic question is, whether to go with one large node running a single ESXi, and have everything else in it as a nested lab or go with a multi-NUC node config.
With one large node, there is no need for multiple NICs, as the nested environment will have full freedom, even if it comes to changing MTU sizes or similar.
In terms of complexity, a large node is obviously better, as it wouldnt need VSAN and vCenter to start with nested Labs, but in terms of i.e. HA, a large node is a single point of error.
I did not plan with any NAS solution, want to rely on local storage (either "real" or nested VSAN) in both cases.
Currently, looking for pros and contras for both solutions.