Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization

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1 Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server At the end of the course the delegate will be able to complete the following: COMPUTER TRAINING The key to a better future WINDOWS Course No Days Target Audience: This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to deploy and manage a server virtualization environment using Microsoft technologies. It is intended for system administrators who will manage and implement Server technologies within their network. Pre-requisites: Before attending this course, students must have the following pre-requisites: Be able to perform server administrator tasks responsible for building and maintaining a virtualization infrastructure. A basic understanding of server virtualization concepts. Understand a Windows-based network. Understand storage technologies. Understand Windows Server 2008 failover clustering. Purpose: After completing this course, students will be able to describe server, desktop, and application virtualization; evaluate a network environment for server virtualization; create and configure virtual machines with Hyper-V; create a new virtual machine using SCVMM 2008 R2; convert a physical server to a virtual machine; manage and maintain the Virtual Machine Connection Tool; manage profiles and templates in the VMM Library; implement failover clustering with Hyper-V and VMM 2008 R2; monitor and manage jobs in VMM 2008 R2; use the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool to maintain updates for virtual machines ; describe backup and restore options for virtual machines and the VMM database; implement and configure remote services using Remote Desktop Services (RDS). Evaluating and Planning for This module describes virtualization as it relates to server, desktop, and application environments. Overview of Microsoft Evaluating the Current Environment for Lab: Evaluating the Network Environment for Describe virtualization technology. Determine the most appropriate virtualization solution based upon organizational requirements. Describe the components that make up the Microsoft System Center solution and how they are used to manage the virtual environment. Describe the Hyper-V Server Role. Installing and Configuring the Hyper-V Server Role This module describes how to install the Hyper-V server role, and configure host and virtual network settings. Installing the Hyper-V Server Role Configuring Hyper-V Settings and Virtual Networks Lab: Installing and Configuring the Hyper-V Server Role Describe the Hyper-V installation process. Identify the management tools that you can use to manage the Hyper-V server role. Configure Hyper-V user settings. Use Virtual Network Manager to configure virtual networks. Configure Hyper-V to support VLANs. Creating and Configuring Virtual Hard Disks and Virtual Machines This module explains how to determine and configure the most appropriate virtual hard disk(s) to use in a virtual machine. Creating and Configuring Virtual Hard Disks Creating and Configuring Virtual Machines Managing Virtual Machine Snapshots Lab: Creating Virtual Hard Disks and Virtual Machines Configure storage based on Internet Small Computer System Interface (iscsi). Describe the types of virtual hard disks. Create a new virtual hard disk using the new Virtual Hard Disk Wizard. Create a new virtual machine using the new Virtual Machine Wizard. Configure virtual machine settings. Migrate legacy virtual machines to Hyper-V. Create and manage virtual machine snapshots. Describe the Virtual Machine Connection Tool. Integrating System Center Virtual Machine Manager with Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008 R2 This module describes how to plan for, and deploy, System Center Virtual Machine Manager with their Hyper-V solution. Planning for Integration of System Center Virtual Machine Manager Installing the VMM Server and Administrator Console Managing Hosts and Host Groups Lab: Planning and Deploying VMM 2008 R2 Describe VMM 2008 R2 components. Manage hosts and host groups. Install the VMM Server. Describe the Windows PowerShell. Describe the types of hosts that you can add to VMM Describe the process for adding hosts in an Active Directory directory service domain. Creating and Deploying Virtual Machines Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2 This module explains how to use VMM 2008 R2 to create and deploy virtual machines. Creating a New Virtual Machine Using VMM 2008 R2 Converting a Physical Server to a Virtual Machine Converting and Migrating Virtual Machines Lab: Creating and Deploying Virtual Machines Describe supported operating systems and hardware capabilities for virtual machines. Deploy stored virtual machines from a VMM Library. Perform a physical-to-virtual (P2V) machine conversion. Performing a V2V conversion. Describe the process and decision points for cloning a virtual machine. Managing Virtual Machines Using Virtual Machine Manager 2008 This module explains how to perform various management tasks on virtual machines stored within the VMM infrastructure. Overview of VMM Management Tasks Creating and Managing Checkpoints Lab: Managing Virtual Machines Using VMM 2008 R2 Perform common actions for operating and managing virtual machines. Create and modify a VMM checkpoint.

2 Configuring and Managing the VMM Library This module explains how to configure and manage resources in the VMM Library. Overview of the VMM Library Managing Profiles and Templates Designing Fault Tolerance for the VMM Library Lab: Configuring and Managing the VMM Library Describe the VMM Library and the types of resource that are stored within the library. Add a Library Server and assign library groups. Add file-based resources to the library. Create a hardware and guest operating-system profile. Create a virtual machine template. Describe options for providing fault tolerance for the VMM Library. Configuring User Roles and the Virtual Machine Manager Self- Service Portal This module explains how to configure and manage user roles and the Virtual Machine Manager Self-Service Portal. Configuring User Roles Installing and Configuring the VMM Self-Service Portal Lab: Configuring the VMM Self-Service Portal Describe the role types that are available in VMM 2008 R2. Create user roles in VMM 2008 R2. Determine the most appropriate role-based security configuration based upon organizational requirements. Configure user access to the SCVMM Self-Service Portal. Implementing High Availability for Server This module explains how to configure high availability for server virtualization. Overview of Failover Clustering Implementing Failover Clustering with Hyper-V Implementing High Availability with VMM 2008 R2 Lab: Implementing High Availability for Server Describe options for providing high availability for virtualization. Determine appropriate Quorum configurations for Failover Clusters. Implement failover clustering with Hyper-V. Perform Live Migration using Hyper-V. Implement high availability with SCVMM 2008 R2. Configure host clusters to support high availability. Implement clustering using VMM Maintaining Software Updates Using the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool This module explains how to maintain software updates using the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool. Overview of the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool Configuring WSUS and the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool Lab: Maintaining Software Updates Using the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool Describe ways of maintaining software updates. Configure WSUS to support virtual machine servicing. Install and configure the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool. Monitoring and Reporting This module explains how to use the monitoring tools included with VMM 2008 and integrate System Center Operations Manager to provide extended capabilities. Monitoring Jobs in VMM 2008 R2 Integrating System Center Operations Manager with VMM 2008 R2 Configuring Performance and Resource Optimization Lab: Integrating System Center Operations Manager with VMM 2008 Describe the VMM jobs feature. Perform management tasks related to job status in VMM. Identify reporting needs for specific virtual environment scenarios. Describe features provided by integrating System Center Operations Manager. Enable reporting in VMM 2008 R2. Enable Performance and Resource Optimization (PRO) integration. Backup and Restore Strategies for Virtual Machines This module explains how to manage backup and restoration strategies in a Virtual environment. Overview of Backup and Restore Options for Virtual Machines and the VMM Database Implementing Data Protection Manager for Backing Up the VMM Lab: Using Data Protection Manager to Back Up the VMM 2008 Describe options for backing up virtual machines. Use the SCVMM Administrator console to back up the VMM database. Configure backup processes for SCVMM 2008 and Data Protection Manager 2007 SP1. Desktop Using Remote Desktop Services This module explains how to describe and implement the core role services included in the Remote Desktop Services server Role. Overview of Remote Desktop Services Implementing the Remote Desktop Session Host Implementing Remote Desktop Connection Broker Implementing the Remote Desktop Connection Host Lab: Implementing Remote Desktop Services Describe the benefits of Remote Desktop Services. Describe the RDS Broker Role. Deploy RemoteApp to a Windows 7 Client Start menu. Extending Remote Desktop Services Outside the Organization This module explains how to implement and configure the Remote Desktop Gateway and Remote Desktop Web Access. Configuring the Remote Desktop Gateway Configuring Remote Desktop Web Access Lab: Integrating Remote Desktop Web Access into the Desktop Configure the Remote Desktop Gateway. Use network access protocol (NAP) remediation with Remote Desktop Gateway. Implement RemoteApp and Desktop connection with RD Web Access. Secure Remote Desktop Web Access. F1 COMPUTER TRAINING SERVICES THE KEY TO A BETTER FUTURE for further information call us on F1 COMPUTING SYSTEMS LTD 3 Kelso Place Upper Bristol Road BATH BA1 3AU Fax: training@f1comp.co.uk LONDON BATH OR ONSITE PARTICULARS Cost: 1750 plus VAT Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Please see the course page on or call , to verify the current price of this course. Numbers: Maximum of 6 people on each course at F1 s training facilities in London and Bath

3 Implementing and Managing Microsoft Desktop At the end of the course the delegate will be able to complete the following: COMPUTER TRAINING The key to a better future WINDOWS Course No Days Target Audience: This course will provide students with the knowledge and skills to implement and manage desktop virtualization solutions. It is intended for Microsoft Windows Server 2008 system and desktop administrators who will manage and implement desktop and application virtualization technologies within their networks. Pre-requisites: Before attending this course, students must have the following pre-requisites: Basic skills with the Windows Command line. Experience using monitoring and management tools. Understand a Windows-based network. Experience with AD DS, including Group Policy deployments. Understand Windows Server 2008 failover clustering. Experience monitoring performance and troubleshooting Windows Server Purpose: After completing this course, students will be able to Plan desktop virtualization scenarios; implement and configure Windows Virtual PC and the Windows XP mode; implement Microsoft Enterprise Desktop ; configure and deploy MED-V images; manage a MED-V deployment; implement App-V servers; plan and deploy Application clients; administer the App-V infrastructure by using the App-V Management Console.; sequence applications for deployment by using the App-V infrastructure or a standalone installation; configure and use Remote Desktop Services and RemoteApp programs; implement user state virtualization; configure and use Virtual Desktop. Planning Desktop Scenarios This module provides an overview of the Microsoft virtualization technologies, and provides information on planning and managing virtualized environments. Overview of Overview of Management Overview of Planning a Deployment Lab: Planning Desktop Scenarios Explain the benefits and options for virtualization. Identify the solutions for managing a virtual environment. Plan a virtualization deployment. Implementing Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode This module covers the requirements and the procedures for installing and configuring Windows Virtual PC and virtual machines. Installing Windows Virtual PC Configuring Windows Virtual PC Installing, Configuring, and Managing the Windows XP Mode Creating and Deploying Custom Images of Windows XP Mode Lab: Implementing Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode Install and enable Windows Virtual PC. Configure a virtual machine. Manage the Windows XP Mode. Create and deploy custom Windows XP Mode images. Implementing Microsoft Enterprise Desktop This module covers the architecture, functionalities, and benefits of MED-V. It also describes the roles of the MED-V client and MED-V Management server and the procedures for deploying them. Overview of Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Implementing MED-V Servers Implementing MED-V Clients Lab: Implementing MED-V Describe the features and functionality of MED-V. Implement the MED-V server infrastructure. Implement the MED-V client. Configuring and Deploying MED-V Images This module explains how to create, configure, deploy, and work with MED-V images. It also describes how to upload a MED-V image and deploy it to the client. Configuring MED-V Images Deploying MED-V Images Lab: Configuring and Deploying MED-V Images Configure MED-V images. Deploy MED-V images. Managing a MED-V Deployment This module explains how to manage a MED-V deployment, create reports, and perform basic MED-V troubleshooting. Implementing the MED-V Workspace Policy Working with a MED-V Workspace Reporting and Troubleshooting MED-V Lab: Managing a MED-V deployment Implement the MED-V Workspace Policy. Work with MED-V Workspace. Implement MED-V reporting and troubleshooting. Implementing App-V This module provides an overview of application virtualization, and it explains the requirements and interactions of App-V components. It explains how to plan the App- V infrastructure, and the available deployment scenarios. Introduction to Application Planning for Application Deploying Application Servers Lab: Implementing App-V Provide an overview of application virtualization. Plan for deploying application virtualization. Deploy application virtualization servers Planning and Deploying App- V Clients This module explains how to configure and manage the application virtualization client. Planning the App-V Client Deployment Installing and Configuring the App-V Client Managing Client Configuration Features Lab: Deploying the App-V Client in Standalone Mode Lab: Managing Client Configuration Features Plan the installation of the App-V client. Install and configure the App-V client. Manage client configuration features.

4 Managing and Administering Application This module explains how to administer the App- V infrastructure by providing an overview of the App-V Management Console, its deployment on the administrative workstation, and the required permissions for administering the App-V Management server. Using the Application Management Console Publishing Applications into the App-V Environment Modifying Published Applications and Configuring Version Upgrades Performing Advanced Tasks for Application Administration Lab: Publishing Applications in the App-V Environment Lab: Implementing License Enforcement Manage App-V administrators and system options by using the Application Management Console. Publish applications to the App-V environment. Modify published applications and configure version upgrades. Perform advanced App-V administration tasks. Sequencing Applications for This module provides an overview of App-V sequencing and explains how to sequence applications for deployment by using the App-V infrastructure or a standalone installation. Overview of Application Sequencing Planning and Configuring the Sequencer Environment Performing Application Sequencing Advanced Sequencing Scenarios Lab: Sequencing Applications for Describe how to implement application sequencing. Plan and configure the sequencer environment. Sequence applications for virtualization. Perform advanced sequencing. Configuring Remote Desktop Services and the RemoteApp This module explains how to configure and use Remote Desktop Services (RDS) and RemoteApp programs. Overview of Remote Desktop Services Publishing RemoteApp by Using RDS Accessing RemoteApp Programs from Clients Lab: Configuring Remote Desktop Services and RemoteApp Describe the features of RDS. Publish RemoteApp programs. Access published RemoteApp programs from clients. Implementing User State This module explains the importance of the user state and how you can configure user state. It covers the features of user profiles, the profile types that Windows supports, and the differences between them. Overview of User State Configuring Roaming Profiles and Folders Redirection Lab: Implementing User State Describe the features of user profiles and the available user profile types. Configure roaming profiles and folder redirection. Configuring Virtual Desktop This module describes how to configure and use Virtual Desktop (VDI). It provides an overview of Hyper-V server role and the integration of VDI with RDS and Hyper-V. The module also covers the procedures for configuring different types of virtual desktops and explains how to configure a virtual machine for use as a virtual desktop. Finally, the module provides details on deploying VDI to Windows 7 desktops. Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V Overview Introduction to VDI Configuring Personal and Pooled Virtual Desktops Lab: Configuring Virtual Desktop Describe the features and functionality of Hyper- V. Describe the features and benefits of VDI. Configure personal and pooled virtual desktops. F1 COMPUTER TRAINING SERVICES THE KEY TO A BETTER FUTURE for further information call us on F1 COMPUTING SYSTEMS LTD 3 Kelso Place Upper Bristol Road BATH BA1 3AU Fax: training@f1comp.co.uk LONDON BATH OR ONSITE PARTICULARS Cost: 1750 plus VAT Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Please see the course page on or call , to verify the current price of this course. Numbers: Maximum of 6 people on each course at F1 s training facilities in London and Bath

5 Planning and Designing Microsoft Solutions At the end of the course the delegate will be able to complete the following: COMPUTER TRAINING The key to a better future WINDOWS Course No Days Target Audience: This course will provides students with the knowledge and skills to design a complex data center and desktop architecture. It is intended for Architects and Specialists who are responsible for designing, deploying, and managing one or more data center or desktop virtualization environments. Pre-requisites: Before attending this course, students must have the following pre-requisites: Windows Server 2008 R2 knowledge and experience. Fundamental knowledge of Hyper-V, Remote Desktop Services (RDS), Microsoft Enterprise Desktop (MED-V), Application (APP-V) and System Center products. Purpose: After completing this course, students will be able to evaluate benefits of implementing virtualization technologies; understand how virtualization technology can be used to create more flexible and dynamic data center and desktop infrastructures; understand the selection process for local desktop or central VDI environments; design virtualization solutions for datacenter and desktop infrastructures; plan virtualization services such as Hyper-V, RDS,MED-V, and APP-V; integrate System Center Suite into a virtualization infrastructure to provide an end-to-end management strategy; understand and plan virtual machine conversion and deployment options; plan enterprise storage solutions to support virtualization infrastructures; design highavailability virtualization solutions; plan an enterprise backup and recovery strategy. Planning a This module will review key factors that must be considered when planning a data center or desktop virtualization strategy. Understanding Levels Defining the Case for Reviewing Technologies Reviewing the System Center Suite Understanding Licensing Options Reviewing Integration with Third-Party Products Lab: Hyper-V Server 2008 R2 Installation Lab: Windows XP Mode Installation Lab: Application 4.6 Installation Understand the major factors to consider when they begin to architect a data center or desktop virtualization infrastructure. Envision a virtualization infrastructure strategy based on a set of basic business and technical requirements. Designing a Platform and High-Availability This module will explain how to design a highly-available server virtualization infrastructure using Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V. Defining Server Scenarios Defining Hyper-V Base Architectures Performing a Pre-Design Discovery Designing a Server Designing the Hyper-V Host Architecture Designing the Virtual Machine Architecture Sizing a Hyper-V Host Farm Lab: Configuring and Using MAP 4.0 Lab: Hyper-V Storage Design and Configuration Lab: Hyper-V Virtual Network Design and Configuration Lab: Hyper-V Platform Design Exercise Lab: Optional: Two-Node Virtual Machine Failover Cluster Lab: Optional: Two-Node Hyper-V Host Failover Cluster with Live Migration Understand and design a Windows Server 208 R2 Hyper-V. Understand Hyper-V storage options and design a storage environment. Understand Hyper-V virtual networks options and design a virtual network environment. Understand Hyper-V Snapshots and how to manage a Snapshot hierarchy. Understand Hyper-V host and virtual machine failover cluster options for high-availability and how to design a high-availability environment. Designing a Virtualized Desktop This module will explain how to design a virtualized desktop infrastructure based on a local desktop or central VDI strategy. Defining Desktop Scenarios Designing a Local Desktop Designing a VDI Deployment using Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V and RDS Designing an Application using RemoteApp Designing a VDI Deployment using Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V and Citrix XenDesktop Lab: VDI with Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper- V and RDS Connection Broker Lab: Using RemoteApp for Hyper-V to Deliver Applications in a VDI Lab: Scenario-Based Desktop Design Exercise Select and design a virtualized desktop infrastructure. Design a VDI based on Windows Server 2008 R2 Hyper-V and RDS. Design an application delivery strategy using RemoteApp. Designing an Application This module will explain how to design an application delivery infrastructure for virtualized desktops using Application 4.6. Planning an Application 4.6 Designing an Application 4.6 Using Application 4.6 with System Center Configuration Manager 2007 R2 Using Application 4.6 with RDS Lab: Using Application 4.6 to Deliver Applications in a VDI Scenario Understand the Application 4.6 architecture. Design an Application 4.6 for application delivery in a VDI environment.

6 Designing a Management This module will explain the factors to consider and Microsoft suite of applications available to design a management infrastructure. Developing a Management Environment with the System Center Suite Developing a Virtual Machine Deployment Developing a Virtual Machine Conversion Developing an Administrative Developing a Virtual Machine Migration Developing a Disaster Recovery Developing a Maintenance Lab: Configuring and Using a System Center VMM Self-Service Portal Lab: Performing a P2V Conversion using System Center VMM 2008 R2 Lab: Configuration and Use of the Remote Server Administration Toolkit Lab: Performing a Virtual Machine Export/Import using System Center VMM Lab: Performing a Virtual Machine Backup Using System Center DPM Lab: Offline Virtual Machine Update using System Center ConfigMgr 2007 SP2 Understand the critical areas of management for a virtualization infrastructure. Understand the System Center Suite and how it can be used to design a virtualization infrastructure management strategy. Identify applications and utilities available to perform virtualization infrastructure management tasks. F1 COMPUTER TRAINING SERVICES THE KEY TO A BETTER FUTURE for further information call us on F1 COMPUTING SYSTEMS LTD 3 Kelso Place Upper Bristol Road BATH BA1 3AU Fax: training@f1comp.co.uk LONDON BATH OR ONSITE PARTICULARS Cost: 1750 plus VAT Prices are subject to change without prior notice. Please see the course page on or call , to verify the current price of this course. Numbers: Maximum of 6 people on each course at F1 s training facilities in London and Bath