Course Outline
Managing Computers and Mobile Devices in the Enterprise
- Overview of systems management using enterprise management solutions
- Overview of the Configuration Manager architecture
- Overview of the Configuration Manager administrative tools
- Tools for monitoring and troubleshooting a Configuration Manager site
Analyzing Data Using Queries and Reports, and CMPivot
- Introduction to queries
- Configuring Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS)
- Analyzing the real-time state of devices using CMPivot
Preparing the Configuration Manager management infrastructure
- Configuring site boundaries and boundary groups
- Configuring resource discovery
- Organizing resources using devices and user collections
Deploying and Managing the Configuration Manager client
- Overview of the Configuration Manager client
- Deploying the Configuration Manager client
- Configuring and monitoring client status
- Managing client settings and performing management operations
Managing Inventory for PCs and Applications
- Overview of inventory collection
- Configuring hardware and software inventory
- Managing inventory collection
- Configuring software metering
- Configuring and managing Asset Intelligence
Distributing and Managing Content Used for Deployments
- Preparing the infrastructure for content management
- Distributing and managing content on distribution points
Deploying and Managing Applications
- Overview of application management
- Creating applications
- Deploying applications
- Managing applications
- Deploying virtual applications by using System Center Configuration Manager (Optional)
- Deploying and managing Windows Store apps
Maintaining Software Updates for Managed PCs
- The software updates process
- Preparing a Configuration Manager site for software updates
- Managing software updates
- Configuring automatic deployment rules
- Monitoring and troubleshooting software updates
- Enabling third-party updates
Implementing Endpoint Protection for Managed PCs
- Overview of Endpoint Protection in Configuration Manager
- Configuring, deploying, and monitoring Endpoint Protection policies
- Configuring and deploying advanced threat policies
Managing Compliance and Secure Data Access
- Overview of compliance settings
- Configuring compliance settings
- Viewing compliance results
- Managing resource and data access
Managing Operating System Deployment
- An overview of operating system deployment
- Preparing a site for operating system deployment
- Deploying an operating system
- Managing Windows as a service
Managing and Maintaining a Configuration Manager Site
- Configuring role-based administration
- Configuring Remote Tools
- Overview of Configuration Manager site maintenance and Management Insights
- Backing up and recovering a Configuration Manager site
- Updating the Configuration Manager Infrastructure
Requirements
- Core networking principles encompassing standard protocols, network topologies, hardware components, transmission media, routing methodologies, switching mechanisms, and addressing schemes
- Essential concepts and management frameworks for Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
- Procedures for installing, configuring, and resolving issues related to Windows-based computing devices
- Fundamental awareness of public key infrastructure (PKI) security models
- Foundational knowledge of scripting capabilities and Windows PowerShell command syntax
- Overview of core roles and services within the Windows Server environment
- Understanding configuration parameters for mobile device platforms including iOS, Android, and Windows Mobile, tailored for government operations
Testimonials (1)
Dr. Kelly was great and demonstrated several useful tips. I particularly appreciated how he was willing to field our questions and problem solve on-the-fly.