First Look: Getting Started with Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V
First Look Clinic 6410B: Two hours; Instructor Lead
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Introduction
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
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.
Prerequisites
| • | IT Professionals skilled on the technologies included in Windows Server 2000, Windows Server 2003 |
| • | Experience with Virtual Server 2005 or Virtual PC 2004/2007 |
First Look Clinic Outline
Session 1: Hyper-V Overview
After completing this session, 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 |
Session 2: Technical Background and Architecture
After completing this session, 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 |
Session 3: Managing Hyper-V
After completing this session, students will be able to:
| • | Manage virtualization settings |
| • | Manage virtual hard disks (VHDs) |
| • | Modify virtual hard disks |
| • | Manage virtual networking using the virtual switch |
Session 4: Implementation Scenarios
After completing this session, 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 |
Session 5: Best Practices
After completing this session, 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 |
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