Clinic 6410B:

First Look: Getting Started with Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V

Length:0 Days
Published:May 28, 2008
Language(s):English
Audience(s):IT Professionals
Level:200
Technology:Windows Server 2008
Type:Clinic
Delivery Method:Instructor-led (classroom)
About This Clinic
This two-hour clinic provides in-depth knowledge of Windows Server virtualization scenarios, the features that support the scenarios, and a high-level overview of the Windows Virtualization architecture.
Audience Profile
IT Professionals currently experienced on the technologies included in Windows Server 2000 and/or Windows Server 2003, and who hold an MCSE or MCSA certification and/or equivalent knowledge.
Clinic OutlineModule 1: Hyper-V Overview
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Explain how Hyper-V is a feature of Windows Server 2008
  • Identify the requirements and features of Hyper-V
  • Identify Hyper-V core design scenarios
Module 2: Technical Background and Architecture
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Explain how the underlying architecture of Hyper-V is structured
  • Explain how to install Hyper-V on Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 Server Core computers
  • Explain how to perform and automate common management tasks using tools such as Windows PowerShell
  • Explain the capabilities of System Center Virtual Machine Manager and how it can be leveraged to manage Hyper-V servers
  • Identify other features and capabilities of Hyper-V
  • Explain how Hyper-V can be used to create highly available servers
Module 3: Managing Hyper-V
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Manage virtualization settings
  • Manage virtual hard disks (VHDs)
  • Modify virtual hard disks
  • Manage virtual networking using the virtual switch
Module 4: Implementation Scenarios
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Identify how Hyper-V can be used for server consolidation
  • Identify how Hyper-V can be used in a dynamic data center
  • Identify how Hyper-V can be used for branch office operations
  • Identify how Hyper-V can be used in testing and development
Module 5: Best Practices
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Identify best practices for Hyper-V hardware
  • Identify best practices for Hyper-V disks
  • Identify best practices for installing Hyper-V enhancements
  • IT Professionals skilled on the technologies included in Windows Server 2000, Windows Server 2003
  • Experience with Virtual Server 2005 or Virtual PC 2004/2007
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