Virtualization Administrator | Firebrand Training

Overview

This course will give you the knowledge needed to implement a virtualized environment based around Windows Server 2008 R2 and Hyper-V.

You will take the following three exams while on the course:

Exam 70-659 TS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization
Exam 70-669 TS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Desktop Virtualization
Exam 70-693 PRO: Windows Server 2008 R2, Virtualization Administrator

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Benefits

Seven reasons why you should sit your course with Firebrand Training

Two options of training. Choose between residential classroom-based, or online courses
You'll be certified fast. With us, you’ll be trained in record time
Our course is all-inclusive. A one-off fee covers all course materials, exams**, accommodation* and meals*. No hidden extras.
Pass the first time or train again for free. This is our guarantee. We’re confident you’ll pass your course the first time. But if not, come back within a year and only pay for accommodation, exams and incidental costs
You’ll learn more. A day with a traditional training provider generally runs from 9 am – 5 pm, with a nice long break for lunch. With Firebrand Training you’ll get at least 12 hours/day of quality learning time, with your instructor
You’ll learn faster. Chances are, you’ll have a different learning style to those around you. We combine visual, auditory and tactile styles to deliver the material in a way that ensures you will learn faster and more easily
You’ll be studying with the best. We’ve been named in the Training Industry’s “Top 20 IT Training Companies of the Year” every year since 2010. As well as winning many more awards, we’ve trained and certified over 135,000 professionals

* For residential training only. Doesn't apply for online courses
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts

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Curriculum

During this seven-day course you will be trained using the following Micosoft Official Curriculum:

MOC 10215A: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization
MOC 10324A: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Desktop Virtualization

The course covers the following content:

Plan desktop virtualization scenarios
Implement and configure Windows Virtual PC and the Windows XP mode
Implement Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization
Configure and deploy MED-V images
Manage a MED-V deployment
Implement App-V servers
Plan and deploy Application Virtualization 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 Infrastructure
Describe server, desktop, and application virtualization
Describe how you use Microsoft System Center is to manage the virtual infrastructure
Evaluate a network environment for server virtualization
Plan for the implementation of the Hyper-V server role
Install the Hyper-V Server Role
Manage Hyper-V settings and virtual networks
Create and configure virtual machines
Manage virtual machine snapshots
Managing and maintaining the Virtual Machine Connection Tool
Create and configure virtual machines
Manage virtual machine snapshots
Managing and maintaining the Virtual Machine Connection Tool
Create a new virtual machine using SCVMM 2008 R2
Convert a physical server to a virtual machine
Convert and migrate virtual machines
Clone virtual machines
Describe common management tasks and property configuration settings for virtual machines managed by VMM 2008
Describe when and how to use virtual machine checkpoints
Overview of the VMM Library
Manage profiles and templates
Design fault tolerance for the VMM library
Configure VMM user roles
Install and configure the VMM Self-Service Portal
Describe the Windows Server 2008 R2 Failover Cluster feature
Implement failover clustering with Hyper-V and VMM 2008 R2
Describe how to use the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool to maintain updates for virtual machines
Configure Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) and the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool
Monitor and manage jobs in VMM 2008 R2
Configure System Center Operations Manager integration
Configure Performance and Resource Optimization (PRO)
Describe backup and restore options for virtual machines and the VMM database
Implementing Data Protection Manager for backing up the VMM infrastructure
Understand the use and role of Remote Desktop Services (RDS)
Implement the Remote Desktop Session Host
Implement the Remote Desktop Connection Broker
Implement the Remote Desktop Virtualization Host
Configure the Remote Desktop Gateway
Configure Remote Desktop Web Access
Configure Remote Desktop Licensing

Exam Track

This course prepares you for, and you take, the following three exams:

Exam 70-659 TS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization
Exam 70-669 TS: Windows Server 2008 R2, Desktop Virtualization
Exam 70-693 PRO: Windows Server 2008 R2, Virtualization Administrator

What's Included

Included:

Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V Resource Kit, Book/DVD Package (PRO - Resource Kit)
ISBN: 9780735625174

Microsoft Official Curriculum provided on the course:

MOC 10215A: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Server Virtualization
MOC 10324A: Implementing and Managing Microsoft Desktop Virtualization

Your accelerated course includes:

Accommodation *
Meals, unlimited snacks, beverages, tea and coffee *
On-site exams **
Exam vouchers **
Practice tests **
Certification Guarantee ***
Courseware
Up-to 12 hours of instructor-led training each day
24-hour lab access
Digital courseware **

* For residential training only. Accommodation is included from the night before the course starts. This doesn't apply for online courses.
** Some exceptions apply. Please refer to the Exam Track or speak with our experts
*** Pass first time or train again free as many times as it takes, unlimited for 1 year. Just pay for accommodation, exams, and incidental costs.

Prerequisites

Before attending this course, students must have experience of:

Windows 2008 Administration
Windows 2008 Installation
DNS

Unsure whether you meet the prerequisites? Don’t worry. Your training consultant will discuss your background with you to understand if this course is right for you.

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Course Dates

Start	Finish	Status	Location
19/2/2024 (Monday)	25/2/2024 (Sunday)	Finished - Leave feedback	-
24/6/2024 (Monday)	30/6/2024 (Sunday)	Wait list	Nationwide
5/8/2024 (Monday)	11/8/2024 (Sunday)	Limited availability	Nationwide
16/9/2024 (Monday)	22/9/2024 (Sunday)	Open	Nationwide
28/10/2024 (Monday)	3/11/2024 (Sunday)	Open	Nationwide
9/12/2024 (Monday)	15/12/2024 (Sunday)	Open	Nationwide

Microsoft - MCTS / MCITP Windows Server 2008 R2: Virtualization Administrator