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Global Knowledge
Topic(s):
Computers & Software > Data Communications
Who Should Attend?
AD Technology Specialists; Server Administrators; Enterprise Administrators
Full Seminar Description
Configure ADS in a distributed environment. This Microsoft-authorized, Windows Server 2008 training course covers ADS features, leverages intensive, hands-on labs, and addresses the 70-640 exam's knowledge areas. In this comprehensive course you will not only discuss the crucial concepts and best practices of Active Directory, but you will also discover through hands-on exercises the Active Directory roles available in Windows Server 2008. Gain the knowledge and skills to configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) in a distributed environment. Build the foundational skills needed to implement Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS), configure Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS) settings, and manage Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) components. You will also create and configure Group Policies, perform backup and restore, and monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory-related issues. This course incorporates materials from the Official Microsoft Learning Products 6424: Fundamentals of Windows Server 2008 Active Directory and 6425: Configuring Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Domain Services. Fee per person: $2995Configure ADS in a distributed environment.
This Microsoft-authorized, Windows Server 2008 training course covers ADS features, leverages intensive, hands-on labs, and addresses the 70-640 exam's knowledge areas.
In this comprehensive course you will not only discuss the crucial concepts and best practices of Active Directory, but you will also discover through hands-on exercises the Active Directory roles available in Windows Server 2008. Gain the knowledge and skills to configure Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) in a distributed environment. Build the foundational skills needed to implement Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS), configure Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS) settings, and manage Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS) components. You will also create and configure Group Policies, perform backup and restore, and monitor and troubleshoot Active Directory-related issues.
This course incorporates materials from the Official Microsoft Learning Products 6424: Fundamentals of Windows Server 2008 Active Directory and 6425: Configuring Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Domain Services.
Who Needs to Attend
- AD Technology Specialists
- Server Administrators
- Enterprise Administrators
- Managing and Maintaining Server 2008 (course 6121)
- Basic understanding of networking
- Intermediate understanding of network operating systems
- Basic knowledge of server hardware
- A+ certification or equivalent knowledge
- Experience creating objects in Active Directory
- Concepts of backup and recovery in a Windows Server environment
- Managing and Maintaining Server 2008
What You'll Learn
- Implement and configure Active Directory domain services in your enterprise environment
- Delegate Administrative Control of Group Policies
- Back up, restore, monitor, and troubleshoot AD configuration
- Ensure trouble-free AD operation
Course Outline
1. Introduction to Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
- Overview of AD DS
- Overview of AD DS Logical Components
- Overview of AD DS Physical Components
2. Implementing AD DS
- Installing AD DS
- Deploying Read-Only Domain Controllers
- Configuring AD DS Domain Controller Roles
3. Creating AD DS User and Computer Objects
- Managing User Accounts
- Creating Computer Accounts
- Using Queries to Locate Objects in AD DS
4. Configuring DNS for AD DS
- Overview of AD DS and DNS Integration
- Configuring AD Integrated Zones
- Configuring Read-Only DNS
5. Configuring AD Objects and Trusts
- Configuring AD Objects
- Automating AD DS Object Management
- Delegating Administrative Access to AD DS Objects
- Configuring AD DS Trusts
6. Configuring AD Sites and Replication
- Overview of AD DS Replication
- Configuring AD DS Sites
- Configuring and Monitoring AD DS Replication
7. Creating and Configuring Group Policies
- Overview of Group Policies
- Configuring the Scope of Group Policy Objects
- Evaluating the Application of Group Policy Objects
- Managing Group Policy Objects
- Delegating Administrative Control of Group Policies
8. Implementing an AD DS Monitoring Plan
- Monitoring AD DS Using Event Viewer
- Monitoring AD DS by Using Reliability and Performance Monitor
- Configuring AD DS Auditing
9. Implementing an AD DS Maintenance Plan
- Maintaining the AD DS Domain Controllers
- Backing Up AD DS
- Restoring AD DS
10. Troubleshooting Active Directory, DNS, and Replication Issues
- Troubleshooting AD DS
- Troubleshooting DNS Integration with AD DS
- Troubleshooting AD DS Replication
11. Implementing an AD DS Infrastructure
- Overview of the AD DS Deployment
12. Introduction to Active Directory Certificate Services
- Overview of Active Directory Certificate Services
- Implementing Certificate Enrollment and Revocation
13. Introduction to Active Directory Rights Management Services (RMS)
- Understanding AD RMS
- Managing AD RMS
14. Introduction to Active Directory Federation Services (AD FS)
- AD FS Deployment Scenarios
- Configuring AD FS Components
Labs
Lab 1: Exploring AD DS Components and Tools
- Examining the AD DS Logical Components
- Examining the AD DS Physical Components
Lab 2: Implementing Read-Only Domain Controllers
- Evaluating Forest and Server Readiness for Installing an RODC
- Installing and Configuring an RODC
- Configuring AD DS Domain Controller Roles
Lab 3: Creating AD DS User and Computer Accounts
- Creating and Configuring User Accounts
- Creating and Configuring Computer Accounts
Lab 4: Configuring AD DS and DNS Integration
- Configuring Active Directory Integrated Zones
- Configuring Read-Only DNS Zones
Lab 5: Configuring Active Directory Objects and Trusts
- Configuring AD DS Objects
- Automating the Management of AD DS Objects
- Delegating Control of AD DS Objects
- Configuring AD DS Trusts
Lab 6: Configuring Active Directory Sites and Replication
- Configuring AD DS Sites and Subnets
- Configuring AD DS Replication
- Monitoring AD DS Replication
Lab 7: Creating and Configuring Group Policy Objects (GPOs)
- Creating GPOs
- Managing the Scope of GPO Application
- Verifying GPO Application
- Managing GPOs
- Delegating Administrative Control of GPOs
Lab 8: Monitoring AD DS
- Using Event Viewer
- Using Performance and Reliability Monitor
- Configure AD DS Auditing
Lab 9: Implementing an AD DS Maintenance Plan
- Maintaining AD DS Domain Controllers
- Backing Up AD DS
- Performing an Authoritative Restore of the AD DS Database
- Restoring Data By Using the AD DS Snapshot Viewer
Lab 10: Troubleshooting Active Directory, DNS, and Replication Issues
- Troubleshooting Authentication and Authorization Errors
- Troubleshooting the Integration of DNS and AD DS
- Troubleshooting AD DS Replication
Lab 11A: Deploying Active Directory Domain Services
Lab 11B: Configuring Forest Trust Relationships
Lab 11C: Planning a Group Policy Strategy
Lab 12: Exploring Active Directory Certificate Services
- Requesting Certificates Using Web Enrollment
- Managing Certificate Requests and Revocation
Lab 13: Exploring AD RMS
- Verifying AD RMS Functionality
- Customizing the AD RMS Configuration
Lab 14: Exploring AD FS
- Implementing the AD FS Components
- Configuring the AD FS Resource Partner Organization
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