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Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization Training

About the Training

The Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization training is designed to equip IT professionals with the skills necessary to deploy, manage, and maintain virtual server infrastructures using Microsoft Hyper-V virtualization technology. This course provides a solid understanding of how Hyper-V works, including how to configure, store, and manage virtual servers. It also covers key topics such as virtual server high availability, performance optimization, and operational management.

This training is ideal for system administrators, network administrators, software developers, and other IT professionals who are looking to enhance their skills in server virtualization.

The Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization course covers a wide range of topics related to virtualization technology, including:

  • Hyper-V Architecture and Configuration: Understanding the foundational aspects of Hyper-V, including its architecture and configuration.
  • Creating and Configuring Virtual Machines: Learn how to create and manage virtual machines using Hyper-V.
  • Hyper-V Virtual Networks and Virtual Switches: Explore how to set up and manage virtual networks and switches within a Hyper-V environment.
  • Creating and Managing Virtual Disks: Learn how to create, configure, and manage virtual disks for optimal performance.
  • Virtual Server Backup and Recovery: Understand the best practices for backing up and restoring virtual servers.
  • Virtual Server High Availability: Explore strategies for ensuring high availability of virtual servers.
  • Virtual Server Performance and Monitoring: Learn how to monitor and optimize the performance of virtual servers.
  • Virtual Server Security and Sustainability: Understand the security aspects of virtual servers and how to maintain them over time.

The “Microsoft Hyper-V Virtualization Training” program is particularly beneficial for IT professionals involved in large-scale virtual server infrastructure deployment and management. It provides a deeper understanding of Hyper-V’s features, capabilities, and functionalities. Additionally, the course covers various aspects of virtualization technology, including Hyper-V’s security, backup, and disaster recovery features.

Participants will also learn best practices and tips for optimizing virtual infrastructures using Hyper-V. These practices are crucial for enhancing performance and efficiency. A well-configured virtualization solution can significantly boost overall operational efficiency and business continuity.

This training is especially valuable for those interested in virtualization technology, as it helps IT professionals manage the complexity of IT infrastructure and allocate resources more effectively, ultimately improving operational efficiency and business continuity.

What Will You Learn?

In the “Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization” training, you will gain knowledge about the following topics:
  • Hyper-V Architecture and Configuration
  • Creating and Configuring Virtual Machines
  • Hyper-V Virtual Networks and Virtual Switches
  • Creating and Managing Virtual Disks
  • Virtual Server Backup and Recovery
  • Virtual Server High Availability
  • Virtual Server Performance and Monitoring
  • Virtual Server Security and Sustainability
These topics cover the foundational knowledge required to set up, configure, manage, and maintain virtual server infrastructures using Microsoft Hyper-V technology. Additionally, this training delves into advanced topics such as high availability, performance, and monitoring of virtual servers. This training is beneficial for system administrators, network administrators, software developers, and other IT professionals who want to deepen their understanding of virtualization technology.

Prerequisites

The following prerequisites are recommended for the “Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization”training:
  • Basic Knowledge of the Microsoft Windows Server Operating System
  • Basic Knowledge of Networking Technologies
  • Basic Knowledge of Hardware and Storage Technologies
These prerequisites will be helpful for a better understanding of the course content. However, they are not mandatory, and foundational knowledge of these topics will also be provided during the training.

Who Should Attend?

The “Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization” training is designed for IT professionals interested in virtualization technology. This training is beneficial for individuals in the following roles:
  • System Administrators
  • Network Administrators
  • Data Center Managers
  • Virtualization Architects
  • Software Developers
This training is valuable for those involved in the deployment, configuration, management, and maintenance of virtual server infrastructures using Microsoft Hyper-V technology. It is also suitable for individuals who have a basic understanding of virtualization technology but want to learn more about the features and usage of Hyper-V.

Outline

Evaluating and Planning for Virtualisation Lessons
  • Overview of Microsoft Virtualisation
  • Overview of Microsoft Virtualisation
  • Evaluating the Current Environment for Virtualisation
  • Evaluating the Current Environment for Virtualisation
  • Lab: Evaluating the Network Environment for Virtualisation
Installing and Configuring the Hyper-V Server Role Lessons
  • Installing the Hyper-V Server Role
  • Configuring Hyper-V Settings and Virtual Networks
  • Lab: Installing and Configuring the Hyper-V Server Role
Creating and Configuring Virtual Hard Disks and Virtual Machines Lessons
  • Creating and Configuring Virtual Hard Disks
  • Creating and Configuring Virtual Machines
  • Managing Virtual Machine Snapshots
  • Working with the Virtual Machine Connection Application
  • Lab: Creating Virtual Hard Disks and Virtual Machines

Integrating System Center Virtual Machine Manager with Microsoft Hyper-V Server 2008 R2

Lessons
  • 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

Creating and Deploying Virtual Machines Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008

Lessons
  • 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

Managing Virtual Machines Using Virtual Machine Manager 2008

Lessons
  • Overview of VMM Management Tasks
  • Creating and Managing Checkpoints
  • Lab: Managing Virtual Machines Using VMM 2008 R2

Configuring and Managing the VMM Library

Lessons
  • Overview of the VMM Library
  • Managing Profiles and Templates
  • Designing Fault Tolerance for the VMM Library
  • Lab: Configuring and Managing the VMM Library

Configuring User Roles and the Virtual Machine Manager Self-Service Portal

Lessons
  • Configuring User Roles
  • Installing and Configuring the VMM Self-Service Portal
  • Lab: Configuring the VMM Self-Service Portal

Implementing High Availability for Server Virtualisation

Lessons
  • Overview of Failover Clustering
  • Implementing Failover Clustering with Hyper-V
  • Implementing High Availability with VMM 2008 R2
  • Lab: Implementing High Availability for Server Virtualisation

Maintaining Software Updates Using the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool

Lessons
  • 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
Monitoring and Reporting Virtualisation Lessons
  • Monitoring Jobs in VMM 2008 R2
  • Integrating System Center Operations Manager with VMM 2008 R2
  • Configuring Performance and Resource Optimisation
  • Lab: Integrating System Center Operations Manager with VMM 2008
Backup and Restore Strategies for Virtual Machines Lessons
  • Overview of Backup and Restore Options for Virtual Machines and the VMM Database
  • Implementing Data Protection Manager for Backing Up the VMM Infrastructure
  • Lab: Using Data Protection Manager to Back-Up the VMM 2008 Infrastructure
Desktop Virtualisation Using Remote Desktop Services Lessons
  • Overview of Remote Desktop Services
  • Implementing the Remote Desktop Session Host
  • Implementing Remote Desktop Connection Broker
  • Implementing the Remote Desktop Connection Virtualisation Host
  • Lab: Implementing Remote Desktop Services
Extending Remote Desktop Services Outside the Organisation Lessons
  • Configuring the Remote Desktop Gateway
  • Configuring Remote Desktop Web Access
  • Lab: Integrating Remote Desktop Web Access into the Desktop Virtualisation Infrastructure

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