What you will learn

After completing this course, students will be able to:

• Install and configure servers
• Configure name resolution
• Configure and troubleshoot Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP)
• Configure and troubleshoot IPv6 TCP/IP
• Configure and troubleshoot Routing and Remote Access
• Configure and troubleshoot Network Policy servers
• Configure Network Access Protection.- Configure and manage Distributed File System
• Manage network data and services.
• Configure server security compliance

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How It Works

Retendo students are more successful at work and easily gain Microsoft certifications

Retendo training programmes are delivered in bite-sized chunks, with an emphasis on practice over theory, and progressing at a pace that suits the individual.

Our courses are split into modules. Each module begins with a live instructor-led class, delivered online by a skilled Microsoft Certified Trainer. The online classes are followed by self-paced study. Learners expand their knowledge using Microsoft Premium e-learning, Microsoft Press Books and online reference material and then apply what they have learnt using practice labs. The module is completed with a short assessment.
Each module includes approximately four hours of study and feedback: a two hour live class and two hours of self study.

Retendo programmes are spread over a number of weeks, with two course modules per week. This ensures that learners have the time required to thoroughly understand each topic. More importantly, they can practice and develop the real-world skills that they require to be good at their job.

Live instructor-led classes

Our instructor-led courses do not require a physical classroom. Instead highly interactive, live, synchronous sessions are delivered online by a Microsoft Certified Trainer. Each session is delivered through a virtual classroom using Webex. Students can see and hear the instructor and speak with others on the course. The audio is delivered using Voice over IP (VoIP) technology so there are no additional telephone charges, students simply need to plug a headset into their computer.

Each live instructor class lasts a maximum of two hours. They are highly interactive: students will learn theories, see live technology demonstrations, carry out group and individual tasks and participate in quizzes and polls. The learning is broken down into short sections, and with the student kit to hand, students can concentrate on participating in the class rather than taking notes.

Self-paced study

After each instructor session, learners will need to complete a couple of hours of self paced study. The aim is to build upon the knowledge gained within the class. Typically, this includes e-Learning and reading from the student manual or online reference sites.

Microsoft Premium e-Learning is high quality electronic material which includes animations, assessments and hands-on interactive learning. The materials are accessed over the internet.
The course manual is posted to each student before the course begins.

Practice labs

Our practical exercises are accessed via the internet. Students use live systems which are hosted in a virtual environment, so they can practice without impacting their own live systems. The exercises take the students through real world scenarios. Students have 90 days access to the labs so they can practice as many times as they like before applying their new skills in the real world.

Assessment and feedback

At the end of each module the students complete a short assessment. This enables the instructor to see how they are progressing. The instructor provides feedback on the results and additional help where it’s required.

The Retendo Learning Portal

The training programme is coordinated via a secure website called the Retendo Learning Portal. This can be accessed from any computer with a broadband connection.
To access the live classes, self-paced study materials and assessments, students simply login to the Retendo Learning Portal. Students can communicate with the instructor and their classmates at any time via the Retendo Learning Portal.

With Retendo, learning doesn’t stop at the end of the programme. Students can access the materials, via the Retendo Learning Portal, for 90 days. This includes recordings of the live online classes and access to the practice labs. So it’s easy to revise for exams or practice an implementation one last time before having a go on the live system.

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Course outline

Module 1-1: Installing and Configuring Servers

This module explains how to identify the appropriate usage scenario and installation type for a server and then install and configure appropriate server roles and features.

Lessons

• Installing Windows Server 2008
• Managing Server Roles and Features
• Overview of the Server Core Installation Option

Lab 1-1: Installing and Configuring Servers

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Identify the system requirements and process for installing Windows Server 2008.
• Describe the difference between server roles and features.
• Describe the benefits of and roles supported by a Server Core installation.

Module 1-2: Configuring Name Resolution

This module explains how to configure, manage and troubleshoot Domain Name System (DNS) server and zone properties to be used in a secure environment.

Lessons:

• Overview of DNS
• Configuring the DNS Server Role
• Configuring DNS Zones
• Managing and Troubleshooting DNS
• Configuring WINS (Optional)

Lab 1-2: Configuring and Troubleshooting DNS

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe DNS and its components.
• Configure the DNS Server role to support various query types.
• Configure DNS zones.
• Manage and troubleshoot DNS.
• Configure Windows Internet Name Service (WINS) (optional).
   

Module 2-1: Configuring and Troubleshooting DHCP

This module explains how to configure, manage and troubleshoot a DHCP environment supporting an IPv4 infrastructure.

Lessons:

• Overview of the DHCP Server Role
• Configuring DHCP Scopes and Options
• Managing and Troubleshooting DHCP
• Securing DHCP

Lab 2-1: Configuring and Troubleshooting DHCP

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe how DHCP works.
• Configure DHCP scopes and options.
• Manage and troubleshoot DHCP.
• Secure DHCP.

Module 2-2: Configuring and Troubleshooting IPv6 TCP/IP

This module explains how to configure and troubleshoot static and dynamic IPv6 addresses, including subnet prefix lengths, gateways and DNS servers.

Lessons:

• Overview of IPv6
• Configuring IPv4 and IPv6 Coexistence
• Transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6
• Troubleshooting IPv6

Lab 2-2: Configuring and Troubleshooting IPv6 TCP/IP

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the benefits and considerations of IPv6.
• Describe how IPv6 can coexist with IPv4 environments.
• Describe the process used to migrate from IPv4 to IPv6.
• Troubleshoot IPv6 connectivity.
   

Module 3-1: Configuring and Troubleshooting Routing and Remote Access

This module explains how to configure and troubleshoot Routing and Remote Access Services.

Lessons:

• Configuring Network Access
• Configuring VPN Access
• Overview of Network Policies
• Overview of the Connection Manager Administration Kit
• Troubleshooting Routing and Remote Access

Lab 3-1: Configuring Routing and Remote Access

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Install and configure the Routing and Remote Access service.
• Configure virtual private network (VPN) access.
• Configure network policies.
• Configure a connection profile using the Connection Manager Administration Kit.
• Troubleshoot Routing and Remote Access.
   

Module 3-2: Configuring and Troubleshooting Network Policy Servers

This module explains how to install, configure and troubleshoot the Network Policy Server Role service.

Lessons:

• Installing and Configuring a Network Policy Server
• Configuring RADIUS Clients and Servers
• NPS Authentication Methods
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting a Network Policy Server

Lab 3-2: Installing, Configuring and Troubleshooting the Network Policy Server Role Service

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Install and configure the Network Policy Server role.
• Configure a Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) client and server.
• Describe Network Policy Server (NPS) authentication methods.
• Monitor and troubleshoot a Network Policy server.
   

Module 4-1: Configuring Network Access Protection

This module explains how to configure and manage Network Access Protection (NAP) for DHCP, VPN, and 802.1X.

Lessons:

• Overview of Network Access Protection
• How NAP Works
• Configuring NAP
• Configuring IPSec NAP Enforcement

Lab 4-1: Configuring NAP

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the benefits and uses of NAP.
• Describe how NAP works in various access scenarios.
• Configure NAP.
• Configure IPSec NAP Enforcement.
   

Module 4-2A: Network Access Protection Review

This module provides a review of how to configure and manage NAP for DHCP, VPN, and 802.1X.

Lessons:

• Review of Network Access Protection

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe NAP enforcement methods and the process for configuring a NAP server infrastructure.
   

Module 4-2B: Configuring and Managing Distributed File System

This module explains how to configure and manage Distributed File System (DFS).

Lessons:

• DFS Overview
• Configuring DFS Namespaces
• Configuring DFS Replication

Lab 4-2B: Configuring and Managing Distributed File System

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe the Distributed File System.
• Manage DFS namespaces.
• Configure DFS replication.

Module 5-1: Managing Network Data and Services

This module explains how to manage network data and services in Windows Server 2008.

Lessons:

• Describe File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) in Windows Server 2008.
• Manage storage using FSRM.
• Configure data backup and recovery.
• Configure shadow copies.
• Configure server and service availability.

Lab 5-1: Configuring Availability of Network Resources and Content

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Describe File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) in Windows Server 2008.
• Manage storage using FSRM.
• Configure data backup and recovery.
• Configure shadow copies.
• Configure server and service availability.

Module 5-2: Configuring Server Security Compliance

This module explains how to configure and analyze server security and security update compliance.

Lessons:

• Securing a Windows Infrastructure
• Using Security Templates to Secure Servers
• Configuring an Audit Policy
• Configuring Windows Sever Update Services

Lab 5-2: Configuring Server Security Compliance

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Secure a server role within a windows infrastructure.
• Secure servers using security templates.
• Configure an audit policy.
• Configure Windows Server Update Services.

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Getting Certified

Once you have completed this Windows Server 2008 course, you will be ready to take the exam, ‘Exam 70-642, Windows Server 2008 Infrastructure Services, Configuring’ which is at the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist level.

You can purchase elearning to help you upgrade your MCSE on Windows 2003 to MCTS on Windows Server 2008 MCTS for £210.33 + VAT from Retendo if you need to get your certification before the course is available.

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Is this course right for you?

The primary audience for this course includes Active Directory technology specialists aspiring to be Enterprise Administrators (Tier 4 day-to-day network operations) or Network Administrators (Tier 2). Experienced Server Administrators aspiring to be Enterprise Administrators would also benefit from this course.

The secondary audience for this course includes Storage Area Network Administrators who need to understand this information to deploy or extend their current storage infrastructure. Operations Managers who need this information to support troubleshooting efforts and business decisions would also benefit from this course.

Prerequisites

What does that mean?

It is very important that you come on this course fully prepared. If you have all of these prerequisite skills you will spend the time learning essential skills in Microsoft technologies. If you are not fully prepared, you are highly likely to struggle during the course.

Before attending this course, students must have:

• Working experience with Windows Server 2003.
• Basic knowledge of Active Directory.
• An understanding of security concepts and methodologies (for example, corporate policies).
• Basic knowledge of DHCP.
• Basic knowledge of Internet Protocol security (IPsec).

Important: Because of the highly interactive and practical nature of Retendo courses you find this particularly useful when you intend to use your new skills and knowledge on the job immediately after training.

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