Active Directory Training Videos: How to Install Active Directory (the right way!) Active Directory Replication Group Policy & GPOs How to Create a "Good" OU Structure Active Directory "How To" - FSMO Roles Delegation of Administrative Tasks Global Catalog Servers Universal Group Membership Caching Active Directory "How To" - Domain Functional Levels Active Directory "How To" - Forest Functional Levels Schema Management Universal Principal Names (UPNs) How to Troubleshoot Active Directory Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 30Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render2401e4a3.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render2401e4a3.wav 1]
Active Directory Server 2008 Course Outline: Introduction to the Course Basic Active Directory Terms The First Two Domain Controllers Setting up Remote Desktop on Your Personal Vista Client Creating OU's, Users, Computers and Groups in Active Directory Setting Up Shared Folders, Drives and Printers Get Your Control Freak On: Group Policy Objects How to Make Your Boss Mad and then Fix it Really Fast Computer Policies and Preferences How to Install Software on a lot of Machines Without Getting Up From Your Desk What's My P@ssw0rd Again? Passing the Buck: Delegating Control of a Group Creating Backup Solutions Before Stuff Blows Up Preventing Problems: Changing up the FSMO's Defragging, Auditing and Monitoring Adding a Child Domain by Creating a New Domain Controller Giving People Access to Stuff that's 790 Miles Away: Introducing Universal Groups and AGUDLP Creating an RODC and DNS Server in Server Core Recovering Lost OU's What Do You Do When Your Domain Controllers Crash?!? Getting Your Windows Server 2003 Domain Controllers Upgraded to Windows Server 2008 Auditing and Monitoring AD Certification: It's Really Not That Scary Additional DNS Training Active Directory Certificate Services 101 Lightweight Directory Services 101 Rights Management Services 101
Group Policy Training Videos: Group Policy Replication How Group Policy Inheritance Works Deploy Applications using MSI Files How to Create a ZAP File Deploy Applications using ZAP Files Publish and Assign Applications through Group Policy Learn to Use the Resultant Set of Policy (RSOP) Tool Perform "What If?" Scenarios to Test Group Policy Write Login Scripts to Perform Administrative Functions Backup and Restore Group Policy Objects (GPOs) Learn How to Lockdown the Desktop using GPOs How to Backup Active Directory & System State Data Video: TSCC 640x480 (787:768) 15.00fps 93Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render3d6df1c.avi Video #1 0] Audio: muLaw 22050Hz mono 176Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert3d9020c.wav 1]
Active Directory Management Training Videos: Learn How to Run Remote Installation Services (RIS) Use "riprep" to make variations of your RIS images How to Use Active Directory Command Line Tools Use Symantec Ghost to Deploy Client Images Perform an Authoritative Restore on Active Directory How to use the "ntdsutil" command How to Automate the Process of Creating Users/Groups Modify LDAP Attributes by Using the ADSI Editor Use the "csvde" command to Import/Export to Active Directory How to Use the "dsadd" command to Add/Modify Users Add Domain Controllers across the WAN from a Backup How to Backup Active Directory & System State Data Video: TSCC 640x480 (788:787) 15.00fps 70Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render299a2689.avi Video #1 0] Audio: muLaw 22050Hz mono 176Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert299c5fc0.wav 1]
Active Directory Sites and Services Training Videos: Learn How to Setup Efficient Replication between Two Sites Build Sites...Step-by-Step Configure WAN Settings to Allow your Sites to Communicate Use Site Link Objects to Control Replication Learn How a Preferred Bridgehead Server can Boost Performance Setup Site Link Bridges between Two Sites Use "replmon" to Monitor Active Directory Replication Traffic Perform Replication Diagnostics using the "repadmin" command Learn how to "Seize" and Transfer Operation Masters (FSMO) Roles Use the "ADSizer" tool to do capacity planning for Active Directory Add Additional Global Catalog Servers to your Network Determine which Domain/Forest Functional Level to Run Video: TSCC 640x480 (788:787) 15.00fps 80Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render3ee1fa0.avi Video #1 0] Audio: muLaw 22050Hz mono 176Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert3f20260.wav 1]
Video 1 Welcome to Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Of course, we have to start out with the standard "here's-what-you-can-expect-in-the-course." In this video you'll get to learn a little bit about your instructor, the Globomantics scenario that will span the course, and what we're going to be building.
Key Topics: * About Your Instructor * What's Covered in this Course * Globomantics Scenario * What We'll Build in this Course
Video 2 Setting Up Hyper-V Server You know that Virtualization is hot right now and it shows no signs of cooling off. In this video I'll show you how to build your own Hyper-V Server. Plus, I will teach you Virtualization skills that will be used throughout the remainder of this course.
Key Topics: * Here’s What We Are Starting Out With * What? You Mean I Don’t Need More Hardware? * Microsoft’s Virtualization Whizbang * What You Need to Set Up a Hyper-V Server of Your Very Own * Our Scenario * New Hyper-V Machine Configuration * Creating a New Single Volume * Installing Hyper-V Role * Creating a New Hyper-V Machine * Virtual Machine Connection Window Buttons * Installing Virtual Windows 2008 * Installing Virtualization Extensions * Windows Server 2008 Configuration * What We’ve Built
Video 3 How to Set Up Windows Deployment Services Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is an awesome new Server Role that makes deploying servers (and clients) super-easy. Make sure you get a solid handle on the skills in this video because I'll being showing you how to work with WDS throughout the course!
Key Topics: * Before We Begin * Windows Deployment Services Will Make You a Happy Camper * Setting Up WDS in Like 3 Easy Steps * Initial Configuration Tasks on Deploy Server * Windows Deployment Services Configuration * Adding Images * Creating 2 Virtual Machines at the Same Time * Creating Multicast Transmission to Install OS on 3 Machines at Once * Our End Results * Unattended Installation Answer File
Video 4 How to Install Internet Information Services (IIS) 7.0 Microsoft put IIS 7 through a huge overhaul and now it has a cool new interface. I'll show you the two different flavors of IIS: Web Server and Application Server and teach you which option to use. We'll do all of this and build a SharePoint Services Site during this video.
Key Topics: * Where Are We So Far? * Application Server or Web Server? * Finishing Up Windows Server 2008 Installation from Previous Video * Installing Application Server Role * Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager Overview * Installing SharePoint Services * Creating New SharePoint Site * Application Pools * Sites * SharePoint User Access * Central Administration
Video 5 IIS 7 Manager and FTP Tools How many times have you had to make bizarre or obscure changes to the configuration of a website because your web developers needed one particular feature altered? Well, that's a thing of the past because there are some sweet tools in Windows Server 2008 that will allow you to hand control of a website over to a developer without having to give administrator access to the entire web server. I’ll show you how to make your life easier when working with the "other side" of IT.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Enabling Remote Management in IIS 7 * Creating IIS Manager User * Setting Up SharePoint Site Access * IIS Manager Client Installation * IIS Configuration for SharePoint Site * Getting FTP Up and Running * Testing FTP * New FTP Manager for IIS 7 Installation * Configuring New FTP Service * SMTP Installation * SMTP Configuration * SMTP Email Configuration
Video 6 Implementing SSL for IIS 7 Security has never been more important and Secure Socket Layer (SSL) is an easy way to implement secure transmission. In this video, I'll show you how to implement SSL for your SharePoint Site using the certificate that comes with SharePoint Services. You'll be able to play along at home with this lesson and it won't cost you anything extra for the SSL certificate.
Key Topics: * A Quick Intro to SSL * Globomantics Scenario * How to Setup SSL in IIS * Creating and Applying Hyper-V Snapshots * Creating Self-Signed Certificate * Getting Certificates from 3rd Party and Certificate Authority * Enabling and Assigning SSL for SharePoint Site * Enabling SharePoint to Utilize SSL in Central Administration * Switching Certificates and Editing Bindings
Video 7 Terminal Services The CEO of Globomantics has been on a spending spree again, this time for a report writing plug-in based in Microsoft Office. Your mission, and you have no choice but to accept it, is to make a copy of Microsoft Office available via Terminal Services. Terminal Services to the rescue! In this video, I'll give you a run-down of Terminal Services and show you how to get it installed.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Components of Terminal Services * What Makes Up Terminal Services? * Installing Terminal Services Role * Authentication Method * Licensing Mode * User Groups * Server Authentication Certificate * Authorization Policies * Network Policy and Access Services * Web Server (IIS) * Verifying TS Role Installation
Video 8 Implementing Remote Applications Here's where I show you how to make Microsoft Office (and really, most applications) available from a Windows Server 2008 machine. I'll show you the joys of Shortcuts and Terminal Services Web Access, and talk to you about how Terminal Services Gateway comes into the picture when it comes to giving your field agents access to an application while they're running around the countryside making money.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Installing MS Office Enterprise * Using RemoteApp Wizard * Configuring RemoteApp Deployment Settings * Adding Computer Accounts of the TS Web Access Server to Security Group * Accessing Applications Through TS Web Access * Editing Remote Desktop Users Group * Accessing Applications from Vista Client * Distributing Applications to Users Using Group Policy * TS Gateway Overview * TS Gateway Manager * Configuring TS Gateway Settings
Video 9 Creating Highly Available Solutions with Network Load Balancing When it comes to making services available to your users, you know that if a particular application performs slowly or just stops altogether, it becomes a matter of dollars lost in terms of productivity. In this video we tackle some High Availability techniques and implement Terminal Services Load Balancing. We also get into the Terminal Services Session Broker, and show you how to create a duplicate machine using Windows Deployment Services.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * The Big Three * The Steps for Building a Deployment Services Image to Create Duplicate Machines * Creating a Capture Boot Image * Running sysprep on TS1 * Capturing the Image on TS1 * Creating a Brand New Server * Deploying Images Using Deployment Services * Installing TS Session Broker * Each Terminal Server in the Farm to the Session Directory Computers Local Group * Configuring a Terminal Server to Join a Farm in TS Session Broker * Configuring DNS for TS Session Broker Load Balancing * Checking our Farm
Video 10 Setting Up Windows Media Server and Intro to Clustering Yep, Hank's been out again. He has been visiting other companies, seeing what they're doing with technology, coming back to the office, and wanting you to do the same thing. This time it's GloboTV. He's wants you to create a mini-TV station over the network so he can put himself on the screens of every Globomantics desktop and laptop in the domain. So, we're going to implement Windows Media Services in this video. And then, in the name of science, we'll do a little experiment in clustering two Media Services Hyper-V machines together. Will it work, or will it blow up in our face?
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Get Media Server Installed * Downloading Windows Media Services 2008 * Installing Windows Media Services 2008 * Installing Streaming Media Services Role * Windows Media Services Overview * Publishing Points * Creating a Basic Publishing Point * Testing the Streaming Video * Advanced Publishing Point Wizard * Clustering: a Weird Word for Fault Tolerance * Media Services Clustering Experiment * Capturing Image * Creating a Duplicate Media Services Machine * Installing Failover Clustering Feature * Creating a Cluster * Viewing Cluster Results * Configuring Cluster Quorum Settings * Configuring a Service with High Availability Wizard * Testing Clustering
Video 11 Certification In this video, I'll give you an update on the new generation of Microsoft Certifications for Windows Server 2008, and give you my secrets for passing the exams.
Key Topics: * New Generation of Windows Server 2008 Certifications * What You Need to Take for Each Credential * Upgrade Paths for MCSAs/MCSEs * How to Sign Up for a Microsoft Exam? * 70-643 Exam Prep Tips
Video 12 Exam Prep - Automated Activation We'll take a look at some really fun acronyms that represent some nifty technologies to help you with deployments. Activating servers? Doing something with license keys? Yeah, it's in this video.
Key Topics: * It's All About the Keys * Volume Activation Management Tool * Key Management Service * KMS Commands
Video 13 Exam Prep - Storage Review This exam prep video provides a quick review of some core storage concepts that might show up on the exam. Nothing earth shattering here, but there is some interesting stuff on SANs, NASs, and iSCSI.
Key Topics: * Excitement of Storage * Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks (RAID) * Network Attached Storage (NAS) Vs. Storage Area Network (SAN) * Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) and iSCSI * Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) and Internet Small Computer Systems Interface (iSCSI)
DHCP Server Training Videos: How to Setup your First Windows DHCP Server! How to Authorize DHCP within Active Directory DHCP Scope Options -- Which ones should you use? Using a DHCP Superscope to handle multiple Networks Setting up a Fault Tolerant DHCP Solution How to Stop Rogue DHCP Servers from handing out IPs! How to Setup a DHCP Relay Agent Learn the differences in "Reservations" & "Exclusions" Test and Troubleshoot DHCP from an XP Client How to Backup and Restore a DHCP Database Learn How to Monitor a DHCP Server's Active Leases Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 33Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render7c6891.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render7c6891.wav 1]
DNS Server Training Videos: How to Setup your First DNS Server in Windows! How to Create a Forward Lookup Zone Learn the Details about how DNS Works! Setup Resource Records, including A, PTR, MX and more How to implement Dynamic DNS (DDNS) Setup Conditional Forwarding Learn How to Delegate Authority to another DNS Server Connect to an ISP and Change DNS Settings How to Create a Stub Zone and why you need one! Learn the benefits of Split-Brain DNS Test and Troubleshoot DNS Servers Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 28Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render5df72ec.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render5df72ec.wav 1]
Learn Exchange Server 2007 by watching it Configured on a Live Network Get certified! Exam Coverage for MCTS 70-236: Microsoft Exchange Server 2007, Configuration Become a pro at Installing, Configuring, and Managing Exchange Server 2007 Learn at your own pace and at a fraction of the price compared to classroom learning! Try the "Best Computer Training on the Planet" Absolutely Risk Free! -- Money Back Guarantee You get 20+ hours of instructor led Exchange Server 2007 Training Videos Taught by a Microsoft MVP with an MCSE and over 10 years of real world experience - Dave Shackelford Discover how to Develop Secure, Efficient Systems and how to Integrate OWA Learn how to Backup and Restore your Exchange Server 2007 Master all the new features that come with Exchange Server 2007 “If an IT person is looking to make an investment in him or herself, they should get the Train Signal courses. You WILL be an Expert once you take the time to complete them.” Testimonial from Andy Arvai (Systems Specialist for Eddie Bauer Corp.)
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Exchange Server 2007 Backup and Recovery Course Outline Video 1 Introduction Get a first look at the scenario we will be using throughout the course, learn who your instructor is, and find out what you can expect in the course.
Key Points: * Instructor Introduction * Lab Setup * Topics We'll Cover * How this Course Works
Video 2 Exchange Backup and Recovery Architecture Overview Be prepared when disaster strikes! In this video you will discover how to develop your own backup and recovery architecture, so that you will know what your recovery point objective is and what your recovery time objective should be, before a crisis occurs.
Key Points: * Recovery Principles * Recovery Point Objective (RPO) * Recovery Time Objective (RTO) * Retention Range * Database Architecture * File Backup * Open–File Backups * Brick–Level Backups * Streaming Backup Overview * The Streaming Backup Process * The Streaming Backup Process * Volume Shadowcopy Service (VSS) Backups * The VSS Backup Process * Recovery Storage Groups * Clustering and High Availability
Video 3 General Practices It is important to understand certain aspects of backup and recovery that are not specific to Windows Server 2003 or Windows Server 2008. To truly be able to implement a backup and recovery solution you need to understand more than just how to use the Windows native backup tools. This video will fill in the gaps when it comes to the general practices of backup and recovery.
Key Points: * Database Placement * Sizing Databases * The Mailbox Server Role Storage Requirements Calculator * Retention Principles * Setting Retention * Deleted Item Recovery * System State * Database Portability * Best Practices
Video 4 Native Exchange Backup on Server 2003 In this video we will focus specifically on the built in backup tools in a Windows Server 2003 environment.
Video 5 Native Exchange Backup on Server 2008 In this video we will focus specifically on the built in backup tools in a Windows Server 2008 environment.
Key Points: * Overview of Backup Options on Server 2008 * NTBackup on Server 2008 * Using Remote Streaming Backup with NTBackup * The Volume Shadowcopy Service (VSS) Backup Snap–In * Backing Up with VSS * Troubleshooting VSS * Best Practices
Video 6 DPM Architecture and Requirements In this video you will learn everything you need to know about how to prepare to use the Data Protection Manager. This includes: installation preperation, licensing and even clustering.
Key Points: * How Data Protection Manager (DPM) Works * DPM Concepts * Diagram 1: Disc Allocation, Protection Groups, Storage Pools, and More * Diagram 2: The File Express Backup Process * Diagram 3: The Exchange Express Backup Process * What DPM Requires * DPM Licensing * DPM and Clustering * Best Practices
Video 7 DPM Installation and Configuration This video will walk you through step–by–step installation and configuration of the Data Protection Manager.
Key Points: * Install the Necessary Hotfix * Prerequisite Check * Installation Settings * Install DPM * Walkthrough the DPM 2007 Administrator Console * Creating the Storage Pool * Installing the DPM Agent * Disabling and Uninstalling the DPM Agent
Video 8 Backing up with DPM This video will show you how to begin backing up your Exchange 2007 databases using DPM. An emphasis will be placed on proper planning for your DPM backup so that you are in the best position to create the best possible backup.
Key Points: * Creating a Protection Group * Check the Results of the Protection Group Creation * Monitoring Replication * The Recovery, Reporting, and Management Tabs * Best Practices
Video 9 Mailbox Recovery There are multiple methods of Mailbox Recovery. We are going to work hands–on with each one so that you will be comfortable with any Mailbox Recovery method.
Key Points: * Recovering a mailbox with NTBackup * Recovering a mailbox from a Windows Backup * Recovering a mailbox with DPM * Best Practices
Video 10 Server and Database Recovery It is inevitable that at some point a database or server will fail. When this happens, you need to know what your options are for recovery and how to implement your recovery plan. This video will not only teach you what your options are for recovery but will also demonstrate the actual restore and recovery processes that will keep the data in your databases and servers from disappearing for good.
Key Points: * Restoring a Database Overview * NTBackup Recovery to the Production Database * DPM Recovery * Dialtone Recovery * Restore to a Separate Server Using DPM * CAS Backup * EDGE Backup * Rebuilding a Failed EDGE Server * Best Practices
Video 11 Alternative Backup Options A recurring theme in this course has been exploring all options for backup and recovery. In this video will delve into other backup and recovery options so that you are aware of every possibility that is available and can select the option that is right for you.
Key Points: * Internet Backup * Other Products * No Backups
Whether you're tracking expenses, budgeting goals or creating massive keyword lists with one million rows, the new Microsoft Excel 2007 will streamline your workflow like never before.
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Outlook is a popular email application usually integrated with MS Exchange Server. However, it may be used as a stand-alone application.
You mostly use Outlook 2007 to send and receive email, but have you been taking advantage of the Outlook calendar, task management, addresses, or journaling features? If not, this course brings you up to speed on these tools and more! Whether you're training yourself or the whole staff, no other course teaches you the nuts & bolts necessary to set up a complete, inexpensive email system for a small business. Going beyond email, our hands on training will also teach you how to use Outlook 2007 as an all around office productivity manager!
If you still think Microsoft Word 2007 is a virtual typewriter, then you've been missing out. Once you learn all of the tools, tips and tricks of Word 2007, you'll wonder how you got along without it.
Most people never fully utilize time-saving tools such as: styles, templates, macros, forms, etc. But now you can take full advantage of these features! From simple concepts to complex operations, we break down Word 2007 with real world examples you can relate to and understand! Professional level Word skills are essential in today's competitive workplace. With our proven, hands on video training, mastering Word 2007 has never been more fun and easy!
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Exchange Server 2007 PowerShell Course Outline Video 1 Course Introduction * Meet Your Instructor * What You will Get in this Course * What You Should Know for this Course
Video 2 Introduction to PowerShell: Part 1 * PowerShell vs. Exchange Management Shell * PowerShell Terminology * Getting Help * Formatting Output * Operators * Scripts
Video 3 Introduction to PowerShell: Part 2 * A PowerShell Editor * Variables and Constants * Variable Types * Explicit vs. Implicit * Variable Manipulation * Variable Scope * Loops * While Loop Examples * For Loop Examples * What We Covered and What You Should Know
Video 4 Functions and File Manipulation in PowerShell * Functions * Function Parameters * The Switch Statement * Writing to a File * Reading from a File
Video 5 Active Directory and Exchange Objects * Scenario * Active Directory Terminology * The Anatomy of Active Directory Objects * PowerShell GUI-Equivalent Commands * Non-GUI Object Creation * Difference Between Group Objects
Video 6 Accessing Databases with PowerShell * Scenario * Creating the Databases * Creating an SQL View Connected to AD * The Initial View * Make it Intelligent * The Synchronization Table * Read Information from an SQL Server * Write Information to an SQL Server
Video 7 Bringing it All Together
* Scenario * Project Plan * The Foundation for the Project * Capabilities Used * Employee Script Walk through * Run and Check the Results of the Employee Script * Customer Script Walk through * Run the Customer Script * Verify the Scripts Results in AD and OWA
Video 8 Database Creation Video * Creating the Sample Databases * Running the Scripts * Customize the PowerShell Scripts for Your Use
Bonus Content #1 SQL Database Creation Scripts These files contain the scripts needed to set up the database used in the course.
Bonus Content #2 Sample PowerShell Scripts These files contain the scripts that are used throughout the course.
Bonus Content #3 AD Attribute List This is a Excel reference file listing PowerShell commands and their parameters for Exchange-related Active Directory objects. It lists many PowerShell commands, what they do, their attributes, and their parameters.
Exchange Server Training Videos: How to Install Exchange Server (the right way!) Setup Mailboxes for your Active Directory Users How to Configure MX Records in DNS Configuration of Outlook to work with Exchange Outlook Configuration to work with POP3 & IMAP4 Setup Exchange to Receive Email for Multiple Domains How to Setup Exchange to Work Behind a Firewall How to Use GFI Mail Security to Scan Email for Viruses Setup Outlook Web Access (OWA) for Remote Email How to a Install SSL Certificate and Secure OWA Configure Message Filters to Block SPAM Use of Storage Groups & Mail Stores in Exchange 2003 How to Setup a Public Folder Structure Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps [00) Camtasia Producer_render721b5d.avi Video #1] Audio: MS ADPCM 22050Hz mono 89Kbps [01) Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert73c573.wav]
Exchange Server Training Videos: How to Install Exchange Server (the right way!) Setup Mailboxes for your Active Directory Users How to Configure MX Records in DNS Configuration of Outlook to work with Exchange Outlook Configuration to work with POP3 & IMAP4 Setup Exchange to Receive Email for Multiple Domains How to Setup Exchange to Work Behind a Firewall How to Use GFI Mail Security to Scan Email for Viruses Setup Outlook Web Access (OWA) for Remote Email How to a Install SSL Certificate and Secure OWA Configure Message Filters to Block SPAM Use of Storage Groups & Mail Stores in Exchange 2000 How to Setup a Public Folder Structure Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps [00) Camtasia Producer_render10d7f3.avi Video #1] Audio: MS ADPCM 22050Hz mono 89Kbps [01) Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert13091b.wav]
If you want to learn how to take advantage of the NEW features of Windows Server 2008 R2 and you need to get your servers upgraded to Server 2008 R2, then this course is for you!
This over six hour training course introduces you to Windows Server 2008 R2 and teaches you "What’s New In R2". You will learn to use some of the hot new features that are available in Window Server 2008 R2 and I’ve put together some batch scripts that will allow you to get a headstart on the new features NOW! If you need to get Windows Server 2008 R2 up and running TODAY, then the information in this course along with the batch scripts I've included will be an invaluable tool.
Note: This Windows Server 2008 R2 Training course is not an exam prep course and does not go into as much depth as our Windows Server 2008 training series, but it gives you a great opportunity to get ahead of the crowd and start working on Windows Server 2008 R2.
Windows File Server Training Videos: How to Plan/Setup a File Server...from the beginning! Important Differences between Hardware & Software RAID How to Setup a Network Share (the right way!) Control user's access to sensitive files -- NTFS Permissions Partition Sizing: How big should the system partition be? Know when to use a Basic Disk and when to go Dynamic! How to use Disk Quotas to Control Disk Usage Make your File Servers "Fault Tolerant" with DFS Learn to Recover "Lost" Files with Shadow Copies (VSS) Map Network Drives using a Login Script Setup Offline Files - Access your File Server Remotely! Advanced Permission Settings -- Access Control List (ACL) How to Troubleshoot Share & NTFS Permissions Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 41Kbps [Camtasia Producer_renderae27e58.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_renderae27e58.wav 1]
Web Server Training Videos: How to Setup your First Web Server in IIS! How to Create a "test" Web Site Setup a Secure Website using NTFS Permissions DNS Setup -- Allow the Public to connect to your Server! Learn How to Setup a FTP Server Host Multiple sites on one Server -- We'll Show you How! How to Secure a IIS Web Server Learn to Delegate Control of Websites to different people How Host Headers are used for Multiple Websites Learn to Optimize a Web Server for better Performance Test and Troubleshoot a IIS Web Server Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 32Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render62d57da.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render62d57da.wav 1]
ISA Server Training Videos: How to Install ISA Server 2004 (the right way!) Learn to Deploy ISA Server in Multiple Environments Use Access Policies to Allow/Disallow Internet Access Learn How to Configure SecureNAT Publish Applications including Web, Email OWA & More Learn How to Setup a VPN through ISA Server Configure ISA Arrays & Cache Array Routing Protocol (CARP) Learn How to Monitor & Read Logs in ISA Server The Best 3rd Party Products to Use with ISA Server Configure Access Policy to Stop Spyware/AdWare & Spam Compare ISA Server to other Firewall on the Market Configure & Manage Web Caching in ISA Server Coverage of Client Side Firewalls, including Zone Alarm Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps [00) Camtasia Producer_render64aa24.avi Video #1] Audio: MS ADPCM 22050Hz mono 89Kbps [01) Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert66af3b.wav]
SharePoint Server 2007 Training Videos: Installing SharePoint Improve Team Productivity Create and Edit Files Inside SharePoint Simplify Business Procedures Create a Community Knowledgebase For Your Company SharePoint Troubleshooting and Advanced Features Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 249Kbps [Raw Video 1]
SBS 2003 R2 Training Videos: Find out what it takes to plan out a Small Business Server deployment. Know how to install, apply updates, and select software during the SBS installation process. Get familiar with the SBS "To-Do" list and know how to setup users, add workstations, encrypt file system and much more. Know how to add users and groups to your SBS network. Learn how the user templates are applied as well as create roaming profiles. Find out how to create login scripts and how to put them into play. Learn about important differences between share and file level security. Know how to install software on select group of SBS clients using Group Policy. Also find out what the following terms mean: Group Policy, GPO, Container, Computer configuration, User configuration, Inheritance. Understand the necessity of SharePoint Services, what web-based collaboration can do for your company, as well as how to integrate these features into your company Intranet. Know how to configure Exchange in SBS, set up a distribution list, create additional mailboxes, set up public folders and finally, how to connect Outlook to Exchange via RPC over HTTP. Find out what SQL Server is, how to setup a database, and how to establish a backup regime for the SQL data. Know firewall concepts such as inspection, filtering, and NAT. Know how to install and configure ISA to securely talk to the mail filter as well as how to use the monitoring functions to diagnose three simple but common problems: Filter set up wrong, ping attack, no web browsing ability internally. Learn how security works, how it's a process not a result, and what SPAM, spyware, hacking, and phishing is. Know how to set up WSUS for the first time at the service console and how to configure client machines into computer groups. Find out about new health monitoring features in SBS R2, including the green check of health and reports on health of the server. Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 63Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Microsoft Virtual Server and PC Training Videos: Learn About Virtualization. What options are out there? How does it work? Why would I use Virtual Machines? Install Virtual Server and Virtual PC for FREE. Learn what you need to know before setting up your first Virtual Machine. Administer your VMs remotely. Understand the components of your VMs including Virtual Disks Network Adapters, Using Removable Media and much more. Install & Configure Virtual Networks and how to bind them to your Physical Network! Master the new Microsoft Centralized Management Interface. Learn how to use Scripting with Virtual Server to streamline their uses! Migrate your Physical Machines to Virtual (P2V) using Virtual Server Migration Toolkit (VSMT). Troubleshoot Virtual Server Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 86Kbps [Raw Video 1]
With so few Visio 2007 trainings on the market, it's important that you find one that covers a large depth of material.
Visio is a great tool, with lots of flexibility. Our Visio 2007 training course will demonstrate the flexibility of Visio, along with complex functions that most courses don't even acknowledge. This training course will open your eyes to the capabilities of Visio and how it can make you more proficient and efficient. We are so convinced that this course is the most comprehensive Visio 2007 training on the market, that we guarantee your satisfaction for 90 days! Instead of buying a library of books or hiring a Visio tutor, you can learn from an expert instructor - at your convenience! Video: TSCC 800x600 15.00fps [Stream 00] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Stream 01]
VPN & Routing Training Videos: How to Setup a Windows VPN Server! Setup a VPN Server with PPTP and L2TP Learn How to Setup Remote Access VPNs Learn How to Setup Site to Site VPNs! How to use Remote Access Policies to Limit Users! Issue Machine Certificates by setting up a PKI How to Share your Internet Connection on a LAN How Network Address Translation (NAT) Works Enable "Internet Connection Sharing" (ICS) Learn Windows Routing Concepts How to enable Packet Filters Universal Principal Names (UPNs) Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 67Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render8de8fa.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 176Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render8de8fa.wav 1]
Do you want to master virtually every aspect of Access 2007, inculding all of the hot new features and interface? Would you like to pass the 77-605 MCAS exam?
Whether you’re a beginner or experienced user, this course will help you achieve all of the above! Most importantly, unlike every other Access 2007 course on the market, we actually teach you how to build a real, working database from scratch! Other courses dabble in database design theory. But isn’t the whole point of Access 2007 to build databases?
Train Signal’s exciting new Access 2007 course will teach you exactly how to build a robust, scalable and secure database for your organization. We guide you step-by-step around real world challenges so you can tackle database design & troubleshooting with confidence!
Windows Security Training Videos: How to Secure a Windows Server -- Security Checklist Setting NTFS Permissions on the System Partition Learn which Windows Services can be "Safely" Disabled Control user's access to sensitive files -- NTFS Permissions How to Deploy Security Settings using Security Templates Security Automation using Tools like Dumpel How to Use Group Policy to Secure a Windows Network How to Install Certificate Services on a Windows Server Learn How to Encrypt Files using the Encrypting File System (EFS) Design and Build a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) Learn How to use IPSec to Make your Network More Secure Advanced Permission Settings -- Access Control List (ACL) Best Security Practices for Setting Up Users Accounts Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 56Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render20dbd1c.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render20dbd1c.wav 1]
Windows Vista Training Videos: Know Your Installation Options and How to Install Windows Vista(The Right Way!) Master Windows Vista's New User Interface and Navigation Users & Groups Are the First Step to Securing Your Systems While Maximizing Performance - We'll Teach You the Ropes Learn How Vista Can Be Utilized in a Networked Environment Now More Than Ever Users Are Mobile - Understand Vista's New Mobile PC and Wireless Features Keep Your Systems Fast and Clean With Vista's Disk Management Tools Customize Windows Vista's Security to Your Needs as You Are Walked Through NTFS Permissions, Share Permissions, Security Programs and more Internet Explorer 7 and Its New Security Features in Vista For a Safer Web Experience Running Software in Vista Is Different Now Than Ever Before. Know What Your Systems Are Doing and How They're Doing It. Need to Make Administering Your Systems Easier? We Cover All the Tools You Need to Speed Up Your Tasks: Performance Monitor, Event Viewer, Management Console, etc... Learn the Intricacies of Installing New Hardware and Printers Within Vista Backups are Important! Know How To Do Them Right in Vista Master Windows Vista's New Group Policy Features Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 142Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Windows XP Professional
"Industrial Strength" Security Secure your home and work PC - prevent kids and coworkers from installing spyware, viewing confidential files and deleting your settings! Learn how to lock down your critical files with Share/NTFS permissions and encryption Has a hacker busted into your system? Use the Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) to secure XP and filter good traffic from bad Learn how to use Local Security Policies and Group Policy Objects (GPOs) for securing your network Lock down network computers using security policies in Server 2003 Advanced Networking Sick of bouncing around from desktop to desktop installing applications? Learn how to to deploy applications to hundreds of computers with just a couple mouse clicks using Group Policy! Use the Microsoft Management Console (MMC) to remotely manage servers or other network computers Join your XP computer to a Server 2003 domain, using Active Directory and DNS Use the Desktop Transfer Wizard to transfer files, profiles and other settings The video labs are demonstrated in an actual network environment! Troubleshooting Learn to troubleshoot startup problems by modifying the XP boot files Use Remote Desktop & Remote Assistance to troubleshoot and manage another PC or Server from your Windows XP computer without leaving your desk! Help out friends or family with PC problems! After a system crash, learn how to restore your system to its previous state System won’t boot up? Learn how to troubleshoot and fix the problem yourself Manage and troubleshoot advanced printing problems Use the System Restore feature to recover from XP failures and disasters Advanced Administration Have you ever lost all of your data? Learn how to back it up and never lose it again Have you ever received a new computer only to realize all of your favorites, shortcuts and other preferences were gone? Learn how to transfer important settings to your next new computer Run out of room on your hard drive? Learn how to use Disk Management to manage your hard drive’s partitions and free up valuable space Manage Users, User Profiles and Groups both locally and remotely Deploy applications (MS Office & WinZip) automatically Create a bootable XP CD with the latest service pack integrated - slipstreaming! Backup & Restore your system using NTBackup Video: TSCC 640x480 (787:768) 15.00fps 114Kbps [Camtasia Producer_render3e4e6.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 11025Hz mono 88Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_render3e4e6.wav 1]
Windows XP Training Package: Introduction This is a necessary and beneficial part of the course because it outlines where the course will take you from start to finish.
* Meet your Instructor – David Davis * Course Outline
Lab Setup Learn the scenario that will be followed for the labs and the course. This is very important because the scenario based training of Windows XP is what sets this course apart from other courses.
* Scenario * How to Install Windows XP with an Answer File * Turn Server 2003 into a Domain Controller
Video 1 Introduction to Windows XP It is important to know where to start before installing XP because laying the groundwork for a successful installation will allow for a smooth installation process.
* What is new in Windows XP & Win XP SP2? * Difference between XP Home and Pro * Installation Requirements * Using Windows Update/Auto Update
Video 2 Windows XP Boot Sequence In order to install XP correctly you will need to know how to properly boot the operating system and how to troubleshoot any boot issues.
* NTLDR * Boot.ini * NTDetect.com * NTOSKrnl.exe * Troubleshooting Windows XP boot up issues
Video 3 User & Group Management Once you have installed XP it is important to be able to properly configure your users and groups to maximize the potential XP has for managing these options.
* Administrative Tools * Microsoft Management Console * Changing User Properties * Fast User Switching
Video 4 Remote Management Tools If you are employed in the IT department of your company then you know that users will always have technical issues and questions. Being able to remotely access an XP system is an invaluable tool that will allow you to troubleshoot problems more effectively and efficiently.
* Microsoft Management Console (MMC) * Remote Desktop Management * Remote Assistance * PSTools from Sysinternals * Logmein.com
Video 5 Printer Management Setting up a printer, print sharing, and security are all issues that you will need to be able to navigate when using XP. Also, troubleshooting printer issues is a common task that any IT employee will take part in. Most users print documents on a daily basis and it’s important to keep this running smoothly.
Video 6 Local Security Policies Security is at or near the top of every company’s list when it comes to computer systems. It is important to know how to implement the security tools in XP to maximize your operating system security.
* Account Policies * Account Lockout Policy * Audit Policy * User Rights Assignment * Security Options * Security Templates
Video 7 Windows Firewall Sticking with the security theme, firewalls are just another way to keep your system secure. Windows offers its own firewall and you can also obtain a third party firewall to keep your system secure. It is important to know how to configure these firewalls and what your best options are when choosing a firewall to protect your system.
* Basics of Client-Side Firewalls * Pros and Cons * Application vs port-based * Windows built-in firewall (with SP2) * ZoneAlarm
Video 8 Disk Management Managing your drives with partitions, different drive letters, and various maintenance tasks such as defrag, are simple tasks that can keep your system running at its highest potential. Knowing when to schedule these tasks and how they work can keep your systems viable and operating smoothly long after you thought was possible.
* Partition Basics * File Systems * Change Drive Lettering * Basic vs. Dynamic Disks * Disk Management Tool * Disk Defrag * Scheduling Disk management tools * Disk Quotas
Video 9 File Management Knowing how to share and secure files and folders will lead to greater efficiency in your office and will ultimately make your staff more effective.
Video 10 Files and Settings Transfer Wizard Knowing what you can transfer and how this Wizard works will allow you to configure similar settings on different systems more efficiently.
* What gets transferred * Demo Transfer
Video 11 Backup and Restore Backing up and restoring your system information is an invaluable task that all users should take part in. Knowing the proper way to do this in XP will save you time, money, and most importantly will save the information you can’t afford to lose.
* Backup Terminology * Windows XP Backup * Automated System Recovery * System Restore * 3rd Party Backup/Restore Apps
Video 12 XP in a Domain Joining a Domain will allow your users to access their accounts from anywhere, it provides for easier and quicker maintenance, and scales more smoothly when adding additional users and systems. This will help your company save time and money.
* Intro to Windows AD Domains * What changes in Windows XP from Workgroup to Domain * What are the advantages of a Domain vs. Workgroup * Join a Domain
Video 13 User Management in Domains Managing user profiles, folders, and restrictions within your domain will allow you to quickly administer your domain effectively.
* AD Users and Computers * Profiles (roaming profiles & read only profiles) * Home Folders * Logon Scripts * My Documents Re-direction * Desktop Restrictions
Video 14 Deploy Application Remotely Why would you install an application one PC at a time in your office? Knowing how to use the assign method to automate deployment of the application will make this process an incredibly easy one.
* Benefits of Deploying Apps Remotely * Assign vs. Publish * Deploy MS Office Using Assign Method * Deploy an Application Using the Publish Method
Video 15 Monitoring Windows XP Knowing how to use tools such as the Windows Performance Monitor and Task Manager to monitor you Windows XP PC will greatly improve your system’s performance.
Video 16 Additional Troubleshooting Knowing how to use tools such as System Restore and security settings in Internet Explorer will help you take the steps you need to troubleshoot anti-virus problems, spyware issues, and other problems in Windows XP.
* Internet Explorer security settings * Anti-Virus * Spybot Seek and Destroy * Spyblaster * System Restore/Roll Back * Firewall
Video 17 Bonus Video Knowing how to use some of the XP extras that you may not know about will take your understanding of XP to a whole other level.
* Configuring Dual Monitor Support * How to schedule a reboot * XP Powertoys * What is Slipstreaming? * Slipstream Windows XP SP2 Audio: Windows Media Audio 44100Hz mono 32Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: MSS2 800x600 10.00fps 250Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Home Server Training Videos: My Lab Setup HP MediaSmart EX470 Home Server Network Equipment (Router and Switch) A Windows XP System Connected via Wireless N A Windows Vista System Hardwired A Second Windows Vista System Hardwired A Windows Vista Laptop Connected via Wireless N An Xbox Connected via an Xbox Wireless Adapter Xbox Networking Walkthrough Networking and TCP/IP Wireless Networking Options Wireless Network Security Power Line Networking Cabling Your Home Network Adapter Types Explanation of TCP/IP Bringing It All Together Client Computer Configuration The Role of a Network Adapter Client Connectivity Methods Explanation of DHCP Configuring an IP Address in XP Configuring an IP Address in Vista Naming or Renaming a Windows Computer Creating User Accounts in Windows (Vista and XP) Importance of Maintaining Consistent User Names on All Systems Windows Home Server Feature Introduction File Storage and Resource Sharing Centralized File and Computer Backups Client Health Monitoring Remote Access Video and Music Sharing Using Add-Ins to Extend Home Server's Capability Windows Home Server Installation Buying an Already-Built Home Server vs. Installing a Home Server Home Server System Requirements Home Server Installation Process Summary of Home Server Installation HP MediaSmart Server Specifications: Model EX470 vs. Model EX475 Pictures of the Server and Port Information Initial Server Configuration Administrative Overview Adding and Managing Clients The Home Server Connector Software Basic Home Server Management Monitoring Client Health Managing Storage Drive Extender Explained Add Additional Storage Remove Storage Manage Server Storage Folder Sharing and Management WHS Shared Folders Manage Shared Folders Monitor Shared Folders Shared Storage Status Home Server Security Creating User Accounts Managing Windows Home Server Users Rights to Shared Folders Securing your Home Server Configuring Automatic Updates on Windows Home Server Accessing the Windows Home Server Assumptions Accessing Shared Folders From a Client Mapping Drives in Windows Vista Mapping Drives in Windows XP Copying Files To The Windows Home Server Working With Files Stored On Windows Home Server Managing Client Backups and Restoring Files Managing Client Computer Backups Deciding What to Back Up Viewing Backups Restoring Files and Corrupt Client Computers Backing Up Windows Home Server Using an Online Service Through a WHS Add-In Configuring WHS Remote Access Enabling the WHS Web Site Configuring Your Router Microsoft's Homeserver.com Service Remote Management Possibilities Other Management Options Advanced Home Server Administration and Troubleshooting Connecting to Windows Home Server with Remote Desktop Tools and Actions to Avoid Sharing a Printer Managing the Windows Firewall Hard Drive Maintenance Other Administrative Tasks in Windows Home Server Troubleshooting your Home Server RAID Problems Computers brought Home from Work May Pose Problems 64-bit Client Support Remote File Uploads Remote Client Administration Using the Windows Home Server Toolkit Windows Home Server Media Sharing Enabling Media Sharing in the WHS Console Notes Regarding Media Sharing Picture Access Music and Videos Access DVR-line Functionality with Home Server Media-Related Add-Ins Extending WHS Capabilities with Add-Ins Add-in Management General Notes Regarding Add-ins Add-ins Discussed in Other Videos Demonstrate New Add-ins Media Related Add-ins Windows Home Server Tricks Before You Start Hosting Your Own Blog with WordPress Windows SharePoint Services Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 151Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Installing Windows Server 2008 and Active Directory - Server Edition Check - Installation Procedure - Initial Configuration of Windows Server 2008 - Adding Active Directory to Windows Server 2008 - Promotion of a Windows 2008 server to a Domain Controller
Active Directory Users and Groups in Windows Server 2008 - Active Directory Review - What's New in 2008 - Windows Server 2008 - Server Manager - Active Directory Auditing - Renaming the Administrator Account - Creating Users - Creating Groups - Adding Users to Groups - Event Viewer in Server 2008
Windows Server Core and DHCP Servers - What is Server Core? - What can Server Core do? Server Core Roles - How to Set the Admin Password in Server Core - Rename the Computer in Server Core - Join a Domain in Server Core - DHCP Role Installation - Critical Commands to know for Server Core - Set Up the Windows Firewall on Server 2008 - Install RSAT - Create an MMC to Connect to Windows Server Core
Windows Server 2008 File and Print Servers - What's New with File and Print Server - Install File Server Roles in Windows Server 2008 - Create a Namespace - Setup Up Replication (DFS) - Add a Print Server to Windows Server 2008 - Add a Network Printer - Print Management Console - Deployed Printers
Windows Server 2008 Read Only Domain Controllers - What's a Read Only Domain Controller (RODC) - Advantages of Read Only Domain Controllers (RODC) - Steps to Deploy a Read Only Domain Controller (RODC) - RODC Role Installation - Password Replication - Pre-Populate a Password
IIS 7 Web Servers - New Features in IIS 7 - Modularization - Role Installation - Selection of Modules - IIS Manager - Speed Up Your Index Page Load - Where to Put Your Files - Browse Your Site
Windows Server 2008 Terminal Services - Terminal Services New Features - Remote Application - Installing a Terminal Server - Configuring RemoteApp
Windows Deployment Services - Quick Intro to Imaging - Windows Deployment Services (WDS) Configuration Procedure - Installation of Windows Deployment Services (WDS) Role - Image Locations - Boot Image Import - Create Capture Boot Image - Create an Image Group - Add Install Images - Capture an Image - Deploy from Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
Windows Server 2008 MCITP Certification Info - Certifications - Upgrade Certifications - Features in Extended Server 2008 Video: Flash Audio: MPEG-1 layer 3, 64kbit, 44100Hz Mono
Windows Server 2008 Server Administrator Training Course Outline Video 1 Introduction to the Course Get a first look at the scenario we will be using throughout the course, learn who your instructor is, and find out what you can expect in the course.
Key Points: * About the Instructor and Train Signal * What’s Covered in this Course * The Globomantics Scenario * What You Will Need
Video 2 Windows Server 2008 Installation and Upgrade Learn about the different versions of Windows Server 2008 and dive right into installing Windows Server 2008 from scratch. Plus, we'll install the Active Directory Domain Services role and perform an upgrade from Windows Server 2003 to Server 2008.
Key Points: * Windows Server 2008 Versions * Installing Windows Server 2008 from Scratch * Initial Configuration Tasks (ICT) * Adding Active Directory Role * Creating Active Directory Domain Controller * Server Manager Overview * Globomantics Network Diagram * Upgrading Server 2003 to Server 2008
Video 3 Simplifying Installations Using Windows Deployment Services (WDS) Save time and become more efficient by using Windows Deployment Services to automate installations of Windows Server 2008 and to implement unattended installations.
Key Points: * Getting Ready for WDS * Installing DHCP Role * Installing WDS Role * Configuring WDS * Adding Image to WDS * Setting Up and Deploying Multicast Transmission * Installing Automated Installation Kit (AIK) * Creating an Answer File with Windows System Image Master (SIM) Tool * Running Unattended Installation
Video 4 Installing Windows Server 2008 Server Core Not everyone has the system resources to implement a full installation of Windows Server 2008. In this video you will learn how to install and configure a command line version of the Server 2008 Operating System called Windows Server Core, which can be implemented on systems that have minimal resources.
Key Points: * What is Server Core? * When Should I Use Server Core? * Installing Windows Server 2008 Server Core * Installing Core Configurator Utility * Setting Up Windows Server Core with Core Configurator * Remote Management * Downloading, Installing, and Setting Up Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) * Setting Up Secondary DNS Server on Server Core * Remote Desktop Management
Video 5 Deploying Read Only Domain Controllers (RODC) Using a typical Domain Controller from a branch office may pose problems such as inadequate physical security, slow logon times, and inconsistent access to network resources. You'll learn how to deploy Read Only Domain Conrtrollers to greatly improve upon these issues.
Key Points: * RODC Benefits * Installing Read Only Domain Controller (RODC) * Testing Replication Between a DC and RODC * Configuring a Password Replication Policy * Administrative Role Separation
Video 6 Virtualization Don't use several computers if you can use Virtualization to run multiple machines on one system! Learn how implementing Virtualization will help you better utilize hardware resources, save money, and resolve compatibility issues.
Key Points: * What is Virtualization? * Benefits of Using Virtualization * Virtualization Products * Virtualization Examples * Potential Issues
Video 7 Using Group Policy to Simplify Network Administration
Learn to use Group Policy to have centralized control over your Server 2008 network. Plus, you'll see how Group Policy allows you to give specific users the network access they need and easily restrict access to resources they don't need.
Key Points: * Active Directory Review * Globomantics Network - Logical Structure * Active Directory Objects * Active Directory Trusts * What is a GPO? * Group Policy Management Tool - Create and Link GPOs * Edit “Block Removable Device Installation” GPO Settings * Edit “Disable Add/Remove Programs” GPO Settings * Edit “Create Shortcut” GPO Settings * How Do GPOs Get Applied? * Enforced and Security Filtering * Block Inheritance * Group Policy Modeling and Results Wizards * Password Setting Objects (PSO)
Video 8 Delegation of Control As much as you may try as a network administrator, it's difficult to do everything on your own! You'll learn how to safely isolate various Server 2008 components to be able to grant users access to certain areas of the network, without giving everyone administrator privileges.
Key Points: * Different Types of Permissions * Configuring Permissions * Setting Permissions in Active Directory * Delegation of Control Wizard * Creating Custom MMC
Video 9 Setting Up a File and Print Server Learn how to implement File Servers and Print Servers to maintain centralized access and administration over stored data and printers in Server 2008.
Key Points: * Installing File Services Role * NTFS File and Folder Permissions * What are Inherited Permissions? * Folder Redirection Steps * Setting up Disk Quotas * Using File Server Resource Manager to Setup Disk Quotas * Checking Redirection Settings * Installing Print Services Role * Installing and Sharing a Printer * Printer Permissions * Installing Printer on a Client * Troubleshooting Printers * NTFS Permissions Review – AGDLP
Video 10 Data Provisioning Most businesses have employees that travel, work in branch offices, or even from home. You'll learn how to implement a Data Provisioning strategy to make data easily available to any user in any location; even users working offline.
Key Points: * Creating a Share * Managing Permissions to Share a Folder * Configuring Caching * Accessing a Shared Folder Offline * Installing DFS Role Service and Creating a DFS Namespace * Accessing DFS Share * Configuring DFS Replication * DFS Management - Configuring Fault Tolerance
Video 11 Setting Up a VPN Server The inability for employees to access the local network while traveling, visiting clients, or working from home can hamper productivity and efficiency. Learn how to avoid this issue by implementing a VPN Server to allow users to access the local network from a remote location.
Key Points: * What is a VPN? * Supported Authentication Protocols * Choosing a VPN Protocol * Installing Remote Access Service * Configuring Routing & Remote Access Server to Support VPN Connectivity * DHCP Relay Agent Setup * Configuring DHCP Options * Authentication Protocols * Creating VPN Connection for a Client * Managing VPN Users
Video 12 Network Policy Server It is essential to establish rules and accounting (keeping a log of who is connected) on your servers. Establishing this policy control can be costly and time consuming if it's done on each individual server. To avoid this, you will learn how to create a Network Policy Server and use RADIUS to centralize control over remote connectivity to your network.
Key Points: * What is a RADIUS? * Installing Network Policy Server (NPS) Role * Configuring NPS Server as RADIUS Server * Configuring Remote Access Server as RADIUS Client * Creating a Network Policy * Testing the Network Policy
Video 13 Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) Wouldn't it be nice if you could control which updates were distributed to your users and when? You'll learn how to use WSUS to do just that! Save your network's bandwidth and take control of updates.
Key Points: * What is Windows Server Update Services (WSUS)? * Preparing Server for WSUS Installation * Downloading & Installing WSUS * Troubleshoot WSUS * Configuring Computer Groups - Client-Site Targeting * Configuring Clients Using Group Policy * Approving Updates * Configuring WSUS in Tokyo Office in Replica Mode
Video 14 Using Active Directory Certificate Services Certificate Services are used on your network to identify users and computers. You'll learn the advantages and disadvantages of creating your own certificate, as opposed to having a third party company create it for you.
Key Points: * What is a Certificate? * What is a Certificate Authority (CA)? * What are the Different Types of CAs? * Creating a CA Hierarchy * How Do I Get a Certificate? * What is Credential Roaming? * What is a Certificate Revocation List (CRL)? * What is an Online Responder? * Installing Active Directory Certificate Services Role * Certification Authority Overview * Managing Certification Authority Services * Process of Setting Up Online Responder
Video 15 Backup and Recovery At some point, human error or a computer malfunction will threaten to wipe out some, if not all, of your important data. You'll learn how to use Backup and Recovery tools to protect yourself from catastrophic data loss.
Key Points: * Configuring Shadow Copy Service * Picking a Storage Location * Using Shadow Copy - Restoring Previous Versions * Installing Windows Server Backup Feature * Backup Once Wizard - Creating Backup of a Volume * Setting Up Backup Schedule * Recovering Individual Files * Recovering a Complete Volume * Recovering Operating System * Additional Backup Tips
Video 16 Deploying Terminal Services When using Terminal Services, any number of users can access and use a resource located on a single computer. This video will show you how a Terminal Server can stretch your resources and make your current system configuration work for you.
Key Points: * What is Terminal Services? * Additional Role Services * Installing TS Role with TS Gateway, TS Web Access, and TS Session Broker on First Server * Extra Step For TS Role Installation on a Domain Controller * Configuring Session Rules for Terminal Servers on User-By-User Basis * Configuring Session Rules for Terminal Servers with Session Time Limits in Group Policy * Configuring Session Rules for Terminal Servers in Terminal Services Configuration Window * Configuring Maximum Connections to Terminal Server * Configuring TS Session Broker * Installing Microsoft Office on First Terminal Server * Connecting to SALES_TS_FARM from Client Computer * Upgrading Remote Desktop Connection Utility on Windows XP Client * Connecting to Terminal Server Using Web Access * Deploying Application Using RemoteApp * Testing RemoteApp from a Client Computer
Video 17 Planning for High Availability Make sure your network never goes down again! Learn how to make sure that a certain service level is always available on your network through redundency and fault tolerance that is transparent to your users.
Key Points: * What Does High Availability Mean? * DNS Round Robin * Network Load Balancing (NLB) * Failover Clustering * Using RAID * Working with SANs * Quorum Models
Video 18 Certification In this video, I'll give you an update on the new generation of Microsoft Certifications for Windows Server 2008 and provide you with secrets to passing the exams.
Key Points: * What You Need to Take for Each Credential * Upgrade Paths for MCSAs/MCSEs * How to Sign Up for a Microsoft Exam * MCITP: 70-646 Exam Prep Tips * Additional Exam Prep Tips
Bonus Video Hyper-V Installation You know that Virtualization is hot right now and it shows no signs of cooling off. In this video we will show you how to build your own Hyper-V Server.
Key Points: * New Hyper-V Machine Configuration * Creating a New Single Volume * Installing Hyper-V Role * Creating a New Hyper-V Machine * Virtual Machine Connection Window Buttons * Installing Virtual Windows 2008 * Installing Virtualization Extensions
Web 2.0 has not only affected how websites look and perform; it has also dramatically influenced how you design PowerPoint presentations.
Keeping up with new design trends is just one aspect of our exciting new PowerPoint 2007 course. You'll dive right into the newest tools and features while designing several styles of presentations including: speaker-led presentations, interactive or kiosk style presentations, self-running presentations and more! My course doesn't simply rehash the Microsoft help file, it teaches you to effectively use PowerPoint as a tool to interact with and engage your audience. Our scenario based training will give you a career's worth of PowerPoint skill and prepares you for real world challenges! Video: TSCC 800x600 15.00fps [Stream 00] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Stream 01]
Video 1 Introduction to the Course Learn what’s in the course and who you’re instructor is.
* About the Instructor and Train Signal * What’s Covered in this Course * The Globomantics Scenario * What You Will Need to Follow Along with the Course
Video 2 Configuring DHCP Learn how to simplify the process of assigning IP addresses to the computers on your network.
* What is DHCP? * How does DHCP work? * How is DHCP Configured? - Installing DHCP - Authorizing DHCP - Setting up a Scope - Configuring Scope Options * Using DHCP in a Routed Network * Setting up Windows Server 2008 as a DHCP Relay Agent
Video 3 Managing DHCP Learn how to keep your DHCP infrastructure properly functioning.
* Server Configuration - Add/Remove Bindings - Location of Database - Backup & Restore - DHCP Service - DHCP Management Permissions * IPv4 Configuration - Statistics - Scope Reconciliation - Audit Logging - Conflict Detection - Integration with DNS and NAP - Performance counters
Video 4 Setting Up Routing Learn how to make your networks talk to each other.
* What is a Router * How to use Server 2008 as a Router * Static vs. Dynamic Routing * Dynamic Routing Protocols - RIP - OSPF * How RIP works in Server 2008
Video 5 Configuring DNS
Learn how to set-up your network so users can access computers using common names.
* Introduction to DNS * Installing the DNS Server Role in Server 2008 * What is a Domain Namespace? * What is a DNS Query? * What are Forwarders? * How DNS Caching works * DNS Zones * DNS Records * DNS Zones Transfers
Video 6 Managing DNS Know how to keep your DNS infrastructure properly functioning.
* Managing DNS Records - What is Time to Live? - What is Aging and Scavenging? - How Aging and Scavenging work * DNS Command Line Tools - Nslookup - Dnscmd * Monitoring DNS Performance - Performance Monitor - DNS Event Logs - DNS Debug Logging
Video 7 Name Resolution
This video takes Name Resolution beyond what you learned in Video 5 and gives a complete understanding of how to convert names that are easily recognizable to humans into IP addresses.
* What are Host and NetBIOS names? * How are names resolved? - Hosts File and LMHosts File - DNS and WINS Servers * Client Configuration - DNS Server List - DNS Suffix Search Order - Wins Server List * Troubleshooting Name Resolution * Integrating Host and NetBIOS Name Lookup - Implementing Wins Lookup on a DNS Server - Implementing the GlobalNames Zone
Video 8 Securing Data Learn how to control access to your data and keep it safe.
* NTFS Permissions * Encrypting File System (EFS)
Video 9 Sharing Data
Learn how to make files and folders accessible to users across your network.
* How to Share Folders * How to Set Up Disk Quotas * Making Files Available to Mobile Users * Overview of Distributed File Sharing (DFS)
Video 10 Configuring Print Services Learn how to make printers easily available to your users.
* Installing a Printer * Sharing a Printer on a Network * Managing Printer Permissions * Installing Printer Drivers * Setting up Printer Pooling * Using Printer Priorities and Scheduling * Troubleshooting Printer Problems
Video 11 Windows Server Update Services
Learn how to simplify the process of keeping all of your computers up to date.
* Introduction to Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) * Installing WSUS * How to Configure WSUS Server Options * How to Configure Computer Groups - Server-side Targeting - Client-side Targeting * Configuring Clients Using Group Policy * Approving Updates
Video 12 Backup and Recovery Learn how to protect important data from being lost by human error or computer malfunction.
* How to Configure the Shadow Copy Service - Setting up the Schedule - Picking a Storage Location - Previous Versions * Installing the Windows Server Backup Feature * How to Create a Backup of a Volume * How to Recover Lost Data - Recovering Individual Files - Recovering a Complete Volume - Recovering the Operating System * Additional Backup Tips
Video 13 Monitoring Windows Server 2008 Understand the common tools used to monitor your servers and keep them running efficiently.
* Monitoring with the Task Manager * Monitoring with the Event Viewer * Monitoring with the Performance and Reliability Monitor - Performance Monitor - Reliability Monitor - Data Collector Sets
Video 14 Configuring Remote Access Learn how to let users safely connect from outside your network.
* Installing the RRAS Component of the Network Policy and Access Services Role * Configuring RRAS to Accept Remote Clients - Dial-up - VPN * How to Configure a Client to Connect * Using Network Policies to Control Connections - Conditions - Permissions - Connection Restrictions (Profile) * What is RADIUS?
Video 15 Wireless Networks Learn how to let users safely connect without using cables.
* Is Wireless Good or Bad? * Current Wireless Networking Standards * How to Secure a Wireless Network * Connecting to a Wireless Network
Video 16 Windows Firewall Learn how to keep control over what data enters and exits your network.
* Firewall Profiles - Domain - Private - Public * Filtering Traffic - Inbound - Outbound * Configuring with Group Policy
Video 17 Securing Network Traffic with IPSec Learn how to protect data from being compromised while travelling on a network.
* What is IPSec? * IPSec Protocols * Tunnel Mode vs. Transport Mode * IPSec Authentication Methods * Using IPSec Policies * Using Connection Security Rules
Video 18 Network Access Protection Learn how to create rules and stipulations to maintain control over network communications.
* What is NAP? * NAP Enforcement Types - IPSec - 802.1x - VPN - DHCP * SHAs and SHVs * Health Requirement Policies * Installing and Configuring NAP
Video 20 Certification Are you thinking about taking the 70-642, Configuring Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Exam? If so, you'll want to watch this video to know how to prepare for the big day with Ed’s secrets to passing the exams!
* The New Generation of Certifications for Server 2008 * The Upgrade Paths for MCSA’s/MCSE’s * How to Sign Up for a Microsoft Exam * 70-642 Exam Prep Tips
Upgrading Your MCSE/MCSA on Windows Server 2003 to Windows Server 2008, MCTS 70-648 & 70-649 Course Outline Video 1 Introduction to the Course Learn what's in the course, who you're instructor is, and what you can expect in the course.
Key Topics: * About your Instructors * What's Covered in this Course
Video 2 Setting Up Hyper-V Server You know that Virtualization is hot right now and it shows no signs of cooling off. In this video I'll show you how to build your own Hyper-V Server. Plus, I will teach you Virtualization skills that will be used throughout the remainder of this course.
Key Topics: * Here’s What We Are Starting Out With * What? You Mean I Don’t Need More Hardware? * Microsoft’s Virtualization Whizbang * What You Need to Set Up a Hyper-V Server of Your Very Own * Our Scenario * New Hyper-V Machine Configuration * Creating a New Single Volume * Installing Hyper-V Role * Creating a New Hyper-V Machine * Virtual Machine Connection Window Buttons * Installing Virtual Windows 2008 * Installing Virtualization Extensions * Windows Server 2008 Configuration * What We’ve Built
Video 3 How to Set Up Windows Deployment Services Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is an awesome new Server Role that makes deploying servers (and clients) super-easy. Make sure you get a solid handle on the skills in this video because I'll being showing you how to work with WDS throughout the course!
Key Topics: * Before We Begin * Windows Deployment Services Will Make You a Happy Camper * Setting Up WDS in Like 3 Easy Steps * Initial Configuration Tasks on Deploy Server * Windows Deployment Services Configuration * Adding Images * Creating 2 Virtual Machines at the Same Time * Creating Multicast Transmission to Install OS on 3 Machines at Once * Our End Results * Unattended Installation Answer File
Video 4 Locking Down Machines at the Computer Level and Mapping Drives Learn the magic of Loopback processing, what "hoteling" means, and how you can lockdown machines no matter who's using them!
Video 5 Domain and Fine-Grained Password Policies Are you kidding? You forgot your password again? Learn how to provide multiple password policies using Server 2008's brand new Fine Grained Password Policy Objects! That's right, you too can lessen the security of your network so your boss can use the name of his or her favorite horse as his/her password and not have to worry about all that security stuff!
Key Topics: * The Default Domain Password Policy * Account Lockout Policy * Letting Your Boss Use Whatever Password He/She Wants * Password Management * Server 2008 Functional Level
Video 6 Building a Read-Only Domain Controller Do you need a full Domain Controller for a branch office of 5 people? No, you really don't. Using Windows Server Core and the Read-Only Domain Controller feature in Windows Server 2008, you can create an great experience for your remote users that's more secure and cheaper to implement!
Key Topics: * Dallas OU and Site Structure * What is a Read-Only Domain Controller? * Building RODC for Dallas * Server Core Installation * Running dcpormo on Server Core * Verifying Our Installation * Configuring RODC * Setting Up Users * What We’ve Built so Far…
Video 7 Terminal Services The CEO of Globomantics has been on a spending spree again, this time for a report writing plug-in based in Microsoft Office. Your mission, and you have no choice but to accept it, is to make a copy of Microsoft Office available via Terminal Services. Terminal Services to the rescue! In this video, I'll give you a run-down of Terminal Services and show you how to get it installed.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Components of Terminal Services * What Makes Up Terminal Services? * Installing Terminal Services Role * Authentication Method * Licensing Mode * User Groups * Server Authentication Certificate * Authorization Policies * Network Policy and Access Services * Web Server (IIS) * Verifying TS Role Installation
Video 8 Implementing Remote Applications Here's where I show you how to make Microsoft Office (and really, most applications) available from a Windows Server 2008 machine. I'll show you the joys of Shortcuts and Terminal Services Web Access, and talk to you about how Terminal Services Gateway comes into the picture when it comes to giving your field agents access to an application while they're running around the countryside making money.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Installing MS Office Enterprise * Using RemoteApp Wizard * Configuring RemoteApp Deployment Settings * Adding Computer Accounts of the TS Web Access Server to Security Group * Accessing Applications Through TS Web Access * Editing Remote Desktop Users Group * Accessing Applications from Vista Client * Distributing Applications to Users Using Group Policy * TS Gateway Overview * TS Gateway Manager * Configuring TS Gateway Settings
Video 9 Creating Highly Available Solutions with Network Load Balancing When it comes to making services available to your users, you know that if a particular application performs slowly or just stops altogether, it becomes a matter of dollars lost in terms of productivity. In this video we tackle some High Availability techniques and implement Terminal Services Load Balancing. We also get into the Terminal Services Session Broker, and show you how to create a duplicate machine using Windows Deployment Services.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * The Big Three * The Steps for Building a Deployment Services Image to Create Duplicate Machines * Creating a Capture Boot Image * Running sysprep on TS1 * Capturing the Image on TS1 * Creating a Brand New Server * Deploying Images Using Deployment Services * Installing TS Session Broker * Each Terminal Server in the Farm to the Session Directory Computers Local Group * Configuring a Terminal Server to Join a Farm in TS Session Broker * Configuring DNS for TS Session Broker Load Balancing * Checking our Farm
Video 10 How to Install Internet Information Services (IIS) 7.0 Microsoft put IIS 7 through a huge overhaul and now it has a cool new interface. I'll show you the two different flavors of IIS: Web Server and Application Server and teach you which option to use. We'll do all of this and build a SharePoint Services Site during this video.
Key Topics: * Where Are We So Far? * Application Server or Web Server? * Finishing Up Windows Server 2008 Installation from Previous Video * Installing Application Server Role * Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager Overview * Installing SharePoint Services * Creating New SharePoint Site * Application Pools * Sites * SharePoint User Access * Central Administration
Video 11 IIS 7 Manager and FTP Tools How many times have you had to make bizarre or obscure changes to the configuration of a website because your web developers needed one particular feature altered? Well, that's a thing of the past because there are some sweet tools in Windows Server 2008 that will allow you to hand control of a website over to a developer without having to give administrator access to the entire web server. I’ll show you how to make your life easier when working with the "other side" of IT.
Key Topics: * Globomantics Scenario * Enabling Remote Management in IIS 7 * Creating IIS Manager User * Setting Up SharePoint Site Access * IIS Manager Client Installation * IIS Configuration for SharePoint Site * Getting FTP Up and Running * Testing FTP * New FTP Manager for IIS 7 Installation * Configuring New FTP Service * SMTP Installation * SMTP Configuration * SMTP Email Configuration
Video 12 Implementing SSL for IIS 7 Security has never been more important and Secure Socket Layer (SSL) is an easy way to implement secure transmission. In this video, I'll show you how to implement SSL for your SharePoint Site using the certificate that comes with SharePoint Services. You'll be able to play along at home with this lesson and it won't cost you anything extra for the SSL certificate.
Key Topics: * A Quick Intro to SSL * Globomantics Scenario * How to Setup SSL in IIS * Creating and Applying Hyper-V Snapshots * Creating Self-Signed Certificate * Getting Certificates from 3rd Party and Certificate Authority * Enabling and Assigning SSL for SharePoint Site * Enabling SharePoint to Utilize SSL in Central Administration * Switching Certificates and Editing Bindings
Video 13 Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) Learn how to simplify the process of keeping all of your computers up to date.
Key Points: * What Is WSUS? * Why Use WSUS? * Installing Necessary Services * Downloading and Installing WSUS * Configuring WSUS Server Options * Computer Groups and Server-Side Targeting * Using Group Policy and Client-Side Targeting * How to Approve Updates
Video 14 Fundamentals of IPv6 IPv6 is the "next generation" protocol that is designed to eventually replace IPv4. You'll learn how IPv6 is an improvement over IPv4 and how to take advantage of the new features offered by IPv6.
Key Points: * Disadvantages of IPv4 * IPv6 Solutions * IPv6 Addressing * Types of IPv6 Addressing
Video 15 Managing DHCP Learn how to keep your DHCP infrastructure properly functioning.
Key Points: * Add and Remove Bindings * Location of Database * Backup & Restore * DHCP Service * DHCP Management Permissions * Statistics * Scope Reconciliation * Audit Logging * Conflict Detection * Integration with DNS and NAP * Performance Counters
Video 16 Setting Up Routing Learn how to make your networks talk to each other.
Key Points: * What is a Router? * How to Use Server 2008 as a Router * Routing Table * Adding Static Entry to a Routing Table * Inbound and Outbound Filters * Static vs. Dynamic Routing * Dynamic Routing Protocols: RIP & OSPF * How RIP Works in Server 2008
Video 17 Securing Network Traffic with IPSec Learn how to protect data from being compromised while travelling on a network.
Key Points: * What is IPSec? * IPSec Protocols * Tunnel Mode vs. Transport Mode * Authentication Methods * Configuring IPSec in Server 2008 * Creating New IPSec Policy * Getting IPSec to Work * Using Connection Security Rules
Video 18 Monitoring, Auditing, and Maintaining Your AD Database Nobody likes doing maintenance, but Active Directory is like a car: if you don't change the oil in your car every 3000 or so miles, it will eventually blow up. But if you do, you can get a long life out of it. The same goes for Active Directory--if you do your maintenance and monitoring, it will live a long happy life, providing access for your users and keeping your network cruising right along!
Key Topics: * Watching Your AD Stuff * Your Monitoring Toolbox * Task Manager * Event Viewer * Performance Monitor * Reliability Monitor * Data Collector Sets * Watch Who’s Doing What to Your Active Directory * Enabling Auditing for Our New Your OU * Steps for Defragging Your AD Database * Defragging Your AD Database with NTDSUTIL
Video 19 Monitoring Windows Server 2008 Understand the common tools used to monitor your servers and keep them running efficiently.
Video 20 Connecting Two Active Directory Networks In this video you'll learn how to connect two Active Directory Forests together. There's two options: Active Directory Federation Services or Trusts? Which one will it be? Which option is easiest? You have to watch to find out!
Key Topics: * Our Two Options to Connect Tokyo and New York * What You Need for a Trust * Trust Directions * The Globomantics/Verde Petra Solution: Trusts * Creating a Stub Zone * Raising Forest Functional Level * Creating Trusts * Checking and Updating User Permissions
Video 21 Lightweight Directory Services 101 In this exam prep video, you'll learn about the AD LDS Role, and why you might need it if you have network applications that require LDAP.
Key Topics: * What is AD LDS? * What Might it Look Like on a Network? * What is an Instance of AD LDS?
Video 22 Active Directory Rights Management Services 101 In our final exam prep video for this series, you'll learn about a new Role in Server 2008 that allows you to lock down the data in your network in an easy to implement fashion. Make the users do the work!
Key Topics: * What is Rights Management? * Some Additional Notes About RMS
Video 23 Exam Prep - Storage Review This exam prep video provides a quick review of some core storage concepts that might show up on the exam. Nothing earth shattering here, but there is some interesting stuff on SANs, NASs, and iSCSI.
Key Topics: * Excitement of Storage * Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks (RAID) * Network Attached Storage (NAS) Vs. Storage Area Network (SAN) * Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) and iSCSI * Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) and Internet Small Computer Systems Interface (iSCSI)
If you want to develop hands-on experience as an Enterprise Administrator for Windows Server 2008, or prepare for the 70-647 MCTS exam, then this course is for you!
WINS Server Training Videos: How to Setup your First WINS Server! How to Configure the WINS Client Learn How the WINS Registration Process Works Troubleshoot WINS Replication Issues Backup and Restore the WINS Server database How to Find Registrations in the WINS database Use the NBTSTAT command to get NetBIOS Info How to Tombstone Old WINS Registrations Static Registration Records -- Linux Support How to Backup and Restore a WINS Database How to Create a WINS Hub & Spoke Topology Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps 37Kbps [Camtasia Producer_renderd106d9.avi Video #1 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_renderd106d9.wav 1]
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Cisco BCMSN Training Videos: Learn how a Cisco switch builds its routing table. Find out how to define VLANs. Why use VLANs? How to configure different types of VLANs? Learn about VLAN Trunking Protocol, how to configure VTP, Verify and spot common VTP misconfigurations. Know the reason for using Etherchannels and how traffic is sent across an etherchannel. Know the difference between bridging/switching loops and routing loops in Spanning Tree Protocol. Find out where to place the root bridge and how to guarantee a particular bridge is elected root. Learn more about the danger of changing STP timers, and how to do it right. Find out how to perform inter-VLAN routing on a MLSwitch. Learn more about Power over Ethernet, IP Telephony and Cisco IP phones. Know how to configure port-based authentication and how to defend against L2 and spoofing attacks. Find out differences between wireless and wired LANs, and between CSMA/CD and CSMA/CA. Learn more about wireless architectures and design guidelines. Know Cisco three-layer switching model in and out. Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 208Kbps [Raw Video 1]
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Cisco BSCI Training Videos: Know IP Routing in Depth: What is It? What the Options Are? And What is Best For Your Network!!! Master the Functions, Operations, and Configuring of EIGRP Routing. Learn Single-Area and Multi-Area OSPF: How to Configure and Troubleshoot OSPF With the Best CCIEs. Configure IS-IS and Understand the Benefits. Know When to Use BGP and When Not To Use BGP. No Longer is BGP Configuration Confusing With Chris's Explanation Including Path Features: Origin, AS_PATH, Next-Hop, Multi-Exit, Local Pref, Weight and More! Networks Are Growing and IPv6 is Growing With Them. Learn How to Best Utilize IPv6 on Your Cisco Hardware. The Cisco BSCI Course Includes the Most In-Depth Route Redistribution Coverage Available. Become a Natural With Multicasting. Configure, Troubleshoot, and Truly Understand Multicasting and It's Options. The BEST Cisco Admins and Engineers Know the Value To a Good Networking. Chris Explains the Network Models to Help You with Your Network. Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 54Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Cisco CCNP CIT Training Videos: Boost your knowledge of Cisco Troubleshooting and Support Learn the "In's and Out's" of ARP and Proxy ARP Learn How Static & Dynamic Mappings Work Setup & Troubleshoot LMI Autosense Setup, Configure & Troubleshoot PPP Callback & Multilink Learn How to Troubleshoot Dialer Watch Learn How to Debug Layer 2 and Layer 3 with ISDN Setup & Troubleshoot Common VLAN and VTP Setup Errors Configure and Troubleshoot RIP, IGRP, and EIGRP Setup, Configure & Troubleshoot IPSEC and Access Lists Troubleshoot with Ping, Traceroute, Telnet and more Become a BGP Troubleshooting Specialist! Master the art of Troubleshooting Serial Interfaces Audio: Windows Media Audio 44100Hz mono 32Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: MSS2 800x600 10.00fps 250Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Operation of Data Networks - OSI and TCP/IP Models - LAN/ WAN Operation and Features - TCP vs. UDP Ethernet Technologies - Ethernet Standards - Cable types: Straightthrough, Crossover, and Rollover Implementation of a Small Switched Network - Operation of Cisco Switches - Basic Switch Security - VLAN theory and demonstration - Troubleshooting IP Addressing & Services - Private IP Addressing - DNS Operation The Cisco Routing Process - Basic Router Processes and Commands - Introduction to RIPv1 and v2 - Cisco IOS WLANs - Wireless Networking Security: Identify and Mitigate Threats WANs Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 188Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Over 15 hours of expert instruction with real world examples of Cisco Networking help you deploy and manage your first Cisco Network. Mastering Networking Fundamentals has never been more fun: OSI model, IP addressing, routing and switching, security, wireless, WAN, IOS devices, configuring RIPv2, implementing NAT and DHCP and much more! Acquiring your CCNA certification can be challenging. Cisco recognizes this and has responded with a 2-step solution. By essentially splitting the CCNA into 2 exams (CCENT & ICND2), you can give your brain a break and achieve your goals at your own pace. This course focuses on complete coverage of the CCENT exam. Video: TSCC 800x600 4.00fps [Stream 00] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Stream 01]
Find out what QoS is, how important is and Why we use it. Understand QoS Policy and Models? Discover the key differences between Best-effort, DiffServ and IntServ. Go way beyond a basic understanding of queueing methods such as FIFO, PQ, WFQ, CBWFQ, WRR, and many more ... get to know them inside and out! Find out what Marking Traffic really means including why and where to mark traffic and how to define trust boundaries. Understand the differences between traffic policing and traffic shaping and how to use them. Know the limitations of Tail Drop and recognize differences between RED and WRED. Dig beneath the surface of end-to-end QoS and Service Level Agreements (SLAs). Find out how to configure and verify AutoQoS manually as well as using AutoQoS Wizard. Master All details of Wireless LANs and QoS on WLANs. Fully grasp WLAN security issues and how to minimize the security threat and risks. Get comfortable with WLAN Management Techniques, Cisco Wireless Control System and Wireless LAN Solution Engine. Master Voice over IP (VoIP) and understand differences between Analog and Digital Interfaces. Easily detect and overcome overhead and compression issues in VoIP, bandwidth considerations, and much more. Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 55Kbps [Raw Video 1]
Intro To ISCW Network Modeling Remote Connectivity Methods Basic (and Not-So-Basic) Security Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) MultiProtocol Label Switching (MPLS) Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Firewalls Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Network Modeling The Cisco Three-Layer Model The Cisco Enterprise Architecture Cisco IIN and SONA Teleworking: Questions to Ask Before Implementing Remote Connectivity Method Intro to Broadband DSL Delivery Options Cable Modem Boot Process PPPoE, PPPoA, and RFC 1483/2684 Bridging Basic Troubleshooting Hybrid Fiber-Coaxial Basic (and Not-So-Basic) Security Password Basics NTP and Router Clocks Telnet and SSH Banners TCP Intercept IP Spoofing and 3704 Filtering Views and Superviews SNMP Security Basics Autosecure (CLI and SDM) Basic Logging Commands Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA) Authentication and Authentication Lists Configuring AAA at the CLI Configuring AAA with SDM Debugging AAA Authorization Privilege Levels Account MultiProtocol Label Switching (MPLS) Types, Modes, and Router Roles “push, swap, pop” Labels, the Control Plane, and the Data Plane The MPLS Process Penultimate Hop Popping The FIB, LIB, and LFIB Basic MPLS Configuration MPLS VPNs Route Distinguishers and VRFs MTU Sizing Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) Terminology Tunneling Protocols Data and Key Encryption Methods IPSec Architecture Configuring Site-to-Site VPNs, Policies, and Transform Sets Crypto ACLs Configuring GRE over IPSec (Using SDM) GRE Tips Easy VPN Theory and Configuration Stateless and Stateful VPN Failover Methods Firewalls Intro to Firewalls Stateless and Stateful Filtering IOS Firewall Feature Set Components Extended ACL Review CBAC Operation and Benefits Firewall Configuration at the CLI Firewall Configuration with SDM - Basic and Advanced SDM Basics Direction of Your Lists Disabling IP Inspection Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) Comparing IPS and IDS Approaches to Intrusion Prevention Signatures and Signature Types SDFs Signature Actions SDEE and Syslog “False Positives” Configuring IPS with SDM
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You cannot be a Cisco Network Administrator without knowing Cisco Security. Today, security knowledge is no longer a luxury, it is a necessity in nearly any IT position. Any job applicant, from the most experienced network admin to the entry level junior admin will be required to demonstrate a substantial amount of knowledge concerning security elements. Passing the CCNA Security exam and proving your security knowledge is difficult. That's why I have created this comprehensive course that shows you how to tackle the diverse security issues that you will face on the exam and in the real world. As with all Train Signal courses, this CCNA Security course presents the same combination of clearly explained theory and an abundance of "real world" lab examples using the new Security Device Manager (SDM) and the Command Line. This exciting course contains over 13 hours of video instruction where I break down network security theory as you work hands on with real Cisco routers & switches... and secure your own network! Video: TSCC 800x600 15.00fps 288Kbps [Video 0] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Audio 1]
Advanced Switching STP Root Bridges, Root Ports, and Designated Ports STP Timers and Port States Portfast VLANs and Trunking Access and Trunk Port Comparison VTP “Router on a Stick” RSTP and PVST Etherchannels PTP WAN Links, HDLC, PPP, and Frame Relay HDLC vs. PPP PPP Features PAP and CHAP Frame Relay Introduction Frame Relay LMI Theory Frame Relay Configs, DLCIs, Frame Maps, and Inverse ARP Frame Sub-Interfaces Split Horizon Frame Relay LMI Show, Debug, and Lab FECN, BECN, DE bits PVC Status Meanings Static Routing and RIP Static Routing Theory and Configuration Distance Vector Protocol Behavior - Split Horizon and Route Poisoning RIP Theory and Version Differences The Joy of “show ip protocols” RIP Limitations RIP Timers Floating Static Routes EIGRP Introduction to EIGRP Successors and Feasible Successors EIGRP vs. RIPv2 Basic Configuration Wildcard Masks Load Sharing (Equal and Unequal-cost) EIGRP, RIPv2, and Autosummarization Passive vs. Active Routes OSPF Link State Routing Protocol Concepts and Basics The DR and BDR Hello Packets Troubleshooting Adjacency Issues Hub-and-Spoke NBMA OSPF Networks Broadcast Networks The OSPF RID OSPF Router Types Advantages of OSPF Point-to-Point OSPF Networks Default-Information Originate (always?) OSPF Authentication IP Version 6 and NAT IPv6 Theory and Introduction Zero Compression and Leading Zero Compression IPv6 Reserved Addresses The Autoconfiguration Process OSPF v3 Basics Transition Strategies NAT Theory and Introduction Static NAT Configuration Dynamic NAT Configuration PAT Configuration Introduction To VPNs Intro To VPNs Tunneling Protocols VPN types and terminology Data encryption schemes Key encryption schemes IPSec architecture IPSec process overview ACLs and Route Summarization Intro to ACLs ACL logic and the implicit deny ACL numeric ranges The wildcard mask Standard ACL theory and configuration Adding remarks Using “host” and “any” The order of the ACL lines Extended ACL theory and configuration Named ACL theory and configuration Using an ACL to block Telnet access Where to place ACLs, in theory and the real world How and when to block pings Dynamic and time-based ACLs Common port numbers to block and deny Sequence numbers and editing ACLs Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 223Kbps [Raw Video 1]
VMware ESX Server Training Videos: Discover what virtualization is, the many ways to utilize it, and exactly what it can do for your career and/or your business. Find out about the different types of virtualization. What products are available and how they differ? Find out how to select the right hardware needed for virtualization, RAM, CPU, Disk Storage. See the step-by-step installation process for VMware ESX Server, as well as for VMware Virtual Infrastructure and VMware Virtual Center Maintain your VMware ESX Server configuration and all of your virtual guest machines with the Virtual Infrastructure Client's visual interface, as well as the service console. Discover how to create virtual machines, virtual appliances, resource pools, clusters, and much more. Find out how to configure and manage VMware Server using VMware Management Interface and VMware Server Console. Learn how to use Tasks, Events, Alarms, and Maps in VMware ESX Server. Understand what Virtual Machine Snapshots are and how to use them. Discover the many different types of virtual networking with VMware and their advantages! Learn how to clone and migrate virtual machines: V2V and P2V. Learn to use vMotion to migrate servers with zero downtime! Determine how to optimize the hard disk, perform memory and CPU adjustments, and complete virtual machine configuration changes. Find out the different types of backups available for VMware, as well as third party companies. Get familiar with the new features in VMWare ESX Server 3.5 and VMware ESX Server 3i. Learn how to efficiently update VMware ESX Server with little to no downtime! Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 68Kbps [Raw Video 1]
VMware vSphere Training Course Outline: Video 1 IntroductionLearn what's in the course. What's Covered in this Course Introduction to VMware ESX vSphere Video 2 Meet Your InstructorIn this video you will find out a little bit about your instructor David Davis and you will learn about the importance of VMware Meet Your Instructor Why is VMware ESX So Important to Me, You, and the Future of IT? Video 3 Our Scenario with the Wired Brain Coffee CompanyIn this video I layout the scenario we will be using throughout the course, that will allow us to work hands on with VMware ESX vSphere in a corporate setting. Our Scenario Your Role in the Company Network Diagram Video 4 VMware Certification - Preparing for the VCP and VCDXIn this video you will discover the benefits of becoming a VCP and you will learn the best way to prepare for your VCP and VCDX exams. What are My VMware Certification Options? What Does It Take to Get a VCP? What Are the Benefits to Becoming a VCP? How Do I Upgrade My VCP Certification? How Do I Best Prepare for the VCP? What Does It Take to Get a VCDX? What is a vExpert? Video 5-1 Introduction to Virtualization In this video we are starting with the basics of virtualization. If you're new to virtualization this video will be a great place to start out and if you are more experienced with virtualization, then this video will be a great virtualization review as you start to work your way through the rest of the course. What is Virtualization? Virtualization Management Layer Approach Dedicated Virtualization Approach What Are the Various Types of Virtualization? Server Virtualization Storage Virtualization Network Virtualization Application Virtualization Desktop Virtualization What Type of Virtualization is Right for Your? What Makes Virtualization So Appealing? How Can Server Virtualization Help Me? Video 5-2 Virtualization Products Compared What are the differences between the various virtualization products that are available? In this video we will compare and contrast virtualization software and go over the pluses and minuses of each. VMware ESX 4 Server VMware Server Microsoft Hyper-V Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 R2 with SP1 Citrix XenServer Competitive Comparison Video 6 VMware ESXi4 Free Edition for the SMB In this video you will learn the differences between the free edition of VMware ESXi and vSphere. Plus, you will see why ESXi is a great solution for small businesses. What Does VMware ESXi Free Edition Offer You? Why is ESXi Free Ideal for the SMB? Hardware Requirements Getting and Installing ESXi Free VMware ESXi Free Edition FAQ ESXi vs. vSphere Video 7 VMware vSphere 4 and ESX EssentialsIn this video we will discuss the new features and versions of vSphere and vSphere related products. Plus, we will delve into on of the hottest IT topics around today, Cloud Computing. vSphere Overview vSphere Offers New Features Learning "vEverything" - vCloud, vCompute, vNetwork, vStorage, and vMore Cloud Computing vSphere Components VMware vSphere-Related Products Packaging and Versions No, You Cannot Buy ESX New Licensing Changes in vSphere Upgrading from Virtual Infrastructure Suite/ESX 3.x Video 8-1 vSphere Management OptionsIn this video you will learn how to utilize the different management options of vSphere in order to properly take advantage of the features that vSphere offers. How Do I Manage This Thing? What's the Password, Man? Point Your Web Browser to ESX and vCenter Command Line Junkies - COS and SSH Hacking the ESXi Console to Gain Access I Love the vSphere Client! Video 8-2 Installing the VMware vSphere ClientBefore you install the vSphere Client, you need to understand the installation requirements to make sure everything installs smoothly. Plus, we will actual download and perform a VMware vSphere installation. vSphere Client Installation Requirements vSphere Client Includes... Downloading and Installing the vSphere Client Video 8-3 Navigating vSphere using the vSphere ClientInstalling the vSphere Client won't do you much good if you're unsure how to use it. In this video, I will walk you throughg what you need to know to successfully utilize the vSphere Client. vSphere Terminology (Lingo) Using the vSphere Client Navigating the vSphere Client with Hotkeys Searching the Virtual Infrastructure Sorting and Filtering in the vSphere Client Exporting Data Running Reports Performing VM Guest Remote Control Video 9 Running VMware ESX 4 in WorkstationIn this video you will learn why running VMware ESX 4 in Workstation may be beneficial. Plus, I will walk you through the requirements for this type of setup and the best way to configure VMware ESX in Workstation. Why Would You Want to Run ESX in WS? What is Required? Do I Have the Right CPU? How Do You Configure Your Workstation VM That Will Run ESX? Creating ESX Server 4.0 Inside Workstation Running Our New ESX Server Video 10-1 Installing VMware ESX 4In this video I will prepar you to install VMware ESX 4 and you can follow along as I download and install VMware ESX 4, step-by-step. Why is Hardware Compatibility so Important? How to Check Hardware Compatibility Official Hardware Requirements Downloading VMware ESX 4 Installing VMware ESX 4, Step by Step Starting ESX 4 for the First Time Installation Tips and Tricks Video 10-2 Installing VMware ESXi Version 4In this video you will learn the process of checking for hardware compatability, checking hardware requirements, and you will work hands on to install and configure your own ESXi Server! Why is Hardware Compatibility so Important? How to Check Hardware Compatability Official Hardware Requirements ESXi Installation Notes ESXi is the "Real Deal" Difference Between ESXi Free, ESXi Installable, and ESXi Embedded Downloading VMware ESXi Version 4 Installing VMware ESXi Version 4, Step By Step 5 Steps to Configuring Your New ESXi Server Checking DNS in a Web Browser Video 11-1 Installing VMware vCenter 4In this video you will learn about the new features of vCenter 4. Plus, you will see how to install and configure vCenter 4 step by step. vCenter 101 – What You Need to Know What’s New in vCenter4 Installation Requirements and Prerequisites vCenter Server Components & Add–Ons Required Ports for vCenter How and Where to Download vCenter 4 Advantages to Installing vCenter in a VM Installing vCenter 4, Step–by–Step Verifying Our Installation Video 11-2 vCenter 4 – Configuring Your New Virtual InfrastructureIn this video you will see how to properly name and organize your Virtual Infrastructure. Plus, you will work hands on to create and configure your own Virtual Infrastructure. Planning the Virtual Infrastructure Wired Brain Coffee Company Network Diagram Creating Our Virtual Infrastructure Configuring vSphere Licensing Removing “Getting Started” Tabs Configuring the ESX Server Clock and NTP vCenter Server Settings and Plugins Reviewing System Logs vCenter Sessions vCenter Service Status Monitoring ESX Host Health Hardware Status Video 11-3 Creating and Modifying Virtual Guest MachinesInstalling a guest operating system in a guest virtual machine can be tricky and in this video you will see how to avoid common issues while installing a guest OS. Plus, you will work hands on to create your own guest virtual machine and install a guest operating system. Changing BIOS Settings in a Guest VM Creating ISO Images of CD/DVD Install Media Using LC ISO Creator Transferring ISO Files to Your ESX Server Using Datastore Browser Upload Feature Using Secure Copy Protocol (SCP) Using PuTTY Samba Client Share Creating a New Virtual Machine and Installing the OS VMware Guest OS Install Guide VMware Compatibility Guide Steps to Installing Your New Guest VM Creating a New VM Installing a Guest Operating System Downloading VMs from Virtual Appliance Marketplace Video 11-4 Installing and Configuring VMware ToolsIn this video I will show you why using VMware Tools is essential and I will cover everything from installing VMware Tools, configuring VMware Tools, and updating VMware tools. Why You Should Use the VMware Tools Installing the VMware Tools in Linux Verifying VMware Tools Installation Running VMware Toolbox in Linux Updating VMware Tools Installing the VMware Tools in Windows Configuring VMware Tools with VMware Toolbox How to Use Searching, Sorting, and Filtering to Find Out if VMware Tools are Installed Video 11-5 Adding Virtual Machine Hardware with vSphere Hot PlugOne of the main benefits of virtualization is the ability to add new virtual machine hardware to your VM quickly and efficiently. In this video you will learn how to “Hot Add” RAM and “Hot Plug” for CPU while your virtual machine is running. Adding, Modifying, and Removing Virtual Hardware What Are the Requirements to Use vSphere Hot Add/Hot Plug? Using Hot Add to Add RAM to a Virtual Machine Using Hot Plug to Add CPU to a Virtual Machine Using Hot Add and Hot Plug without a Reboot Adding a 2nd Virtual Disk to a Running Virtual Machine Expanding a Virtual Disk on a Running Virtual Machine Video 11-6 Using vSphere Host ProfilesIn this videos you will see how to solve common issues like standardizing ESX Server configuration, using Host Profiles. This is a cool new feature in vSphere that you can’t afford to miss! Standardizing ESX Server Configuration with vSphere Host Profiles 5 Steps to Using Host Profiles Creating and Editing Host Profiles Checking Compliance Applying Host Profiles to Servers and Clusters Another Way of Checking Compliance Video 12 Administering VMware ESX Server SecurityIn this video you will learn how to use the various security tools of vSphere to make sure your virtual environment is properly secured. Basics of vSphere Security VMsafe and vShield Overview Default vSphere Security Roles Adding, Modifying, and REmoving ESX Users and Groups Using Windows AD Users and Groups to Secure vSphere Using AD to Give Specific Access Defining and Applying Roles and Permissions Creating Custom Role Allowing Root Login via SSH Securing Guest Virtual Machines Video 13-1 Introduction to and Installing VMware Data Recovery (VDR)In this video you will learn how to install and configure VDR. Plus, we will discuss the benefits and limitations of VDR. What is VMware Data Recovery (VDR) Why Do I Need VDR? How Do I Get Data Recovery? What Are the Benefits of Using VDR? What Are the Limitations of VDR? How Does VDR Work? Installing VMware Data Recovery Configuring VDR Appliance Installing VDR Plug–In Connecting VDR Appliance to VMware vCenter Video 13-2 Backup and Restore with VMware Data Recovery (VDR)In this video you will work hands on to backup and restore data on your own virtual machines. Creating a Backup Destiniation – Local Adding a Network Share Creating a VDR Backup Job Gotchas of VMware Data Recovery Checking Backup Job Status Recovering/Restoring an ESX Guest VM Video 14-1 Virtual Storage 101 and Storage TerminologyStorage is a critical piece of any virtual infrastructure. In this video you will learn the critical knowlegde you will need to properly utilize Virtual Storage. Storage 101s Storage Area Networks 101 Understanding iSCSI Storage Why You Need a Storage Area Network (SAN) Storage Terms You Must Know What Is in a Database? ESX Server Storage Options VMFS Specs and Maximums Video 14-2 Configuring vSphere StorageIn this you will work hands on to configure vSphere Storage using the virtual storage theory you have learned thus far. New vSphere Datastore Inventory Datastore Maps Datastore Performance Datastore Configuration Tab Datastore Tasks, Events, Alarms, and Permissions Database Storage Views Thin Provisioning for Fun and Profit Creating New Virtual Machine with Thin Provision Disk Finding Out the Disk Provisioning Type on Existing Disks Converting a Thick Provision Disk to a Thin Provision Disk and Vice Versa Storage Views in Relation to Thin Provisioning Configure an Alarm to Prevent Overprovision Digging Into Datastores Taking and Using vSphere Snapshots Creating and Deleting Snapshots Video 14-3 Creating a Free iSCSI SAN with OpenFilerA Storage Area Network is the best way to manage storage when you have two or more servers. In this video I will show you how to use OpenFiler to configure iSCSI so that you will have one place to back up your data and manage your data as it grows. OpenFiler Can “Open” Your Eyes to a SAN Free SAN for All – Downloading OpenFiler Installing OpenFiler Configuring OpenFiler Configuring OpenFiler as Our iSCSI SAN Configuring iSCSI in vSphere 4 Creating a New Datastore for Our New Connection Video 15-1 vSphere Virtual NetworkingIn this video you will learn about the vNetwork and the benefits of network virtualization. You will see how Virtual Networking can save your company time and money when it comes to implementation, troubleshooting, and getting away from physical hardware. vNetwork Overview New vNetwork Features in vSphere vNetwork Terms – vmnic, vswitch, vswif, & Port Group Viewing Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP) Stats vNetwork Configuration Scenarios – Single NIC vNetwork Configuration Scenarios – Private/Host Only vNetwork Configuration Scenarios – Multiple NICs Using VLANs with vSphere Configuring vNetworks and vSwitches Moving Linux Servers to New VM Network Providing ESX3 with Network Redundancy and Load Balancing Checking Out Network Traffic Shaping and Security Options CLI Network Troubleshooting Commands Best Practices for vSphere Networking Video 15-2 Using the vSphere Distributed Virtual Switch (dvswitch)The vNetwork Distributed Switch is a new feature that can only be found in VMware vSphere. In this video you will learn how to configure the vDS to provide consistent networking across all hosts. Introduction to the vNetwork Distributed Switch (vDS) Comparing the vSphere Standard Switch to the Distributed Virtual Switch Benefits of the Distributed Virtual Switch Creating a New dvSwitch and Adding Hosts and vmnics to dvSwitch Creating a dvport Group Migrating a Single Virtual Machine Migrating Legacy vSwitches and VM Networks to dvSwitch Migrating Virtual Adaptors (SC & VMKernel) to dvSwitch Viewing dvSwitch Mapping, Adv Conf, & Alarms Video 16 Understanding and Using Tasks, Events, and AlarmsIn this video you will work hands on to learn how to use tasks and events and how to access them at different levels of the virtual infrastructure. Plus, you will learn to configure SNMP and SMTP to send email from vCenter. Understanding Tasks and Events Exporting Events “Events Home” Section Creating Scheduled Tasks Configuring SNMP Traps in vCenter Configuring SMTP Email in vCenter Alerting with vCenter Alarms Video 17 Performance Optimization in VMware vSphereIn this video you will learn about the best practices to improve your vSphere 4 performance. Plus, we will work with several performance management tools and use them to view performance information inside the vSphere Client and at the command line. What’s New in vSphere 4 Related to Performance Selecting the Right Hardware Performance Best Practices Why You Should Care About “Ready Time” vSphere Performance Management Tools CLI Performance Tool esxtop on ESX Full and ESXi vSphere Performance Management Tools 3rd Party Performance Management Tools Using Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS) Video 18 Upgrading from VMware ESX 3.x and Virtual Infrastructure to vSphere 4Is your company currently using a version of ESX 3.x? Don’t let the daunting task of upgrading get you down! In this video we will work step by step through the upgrade process from ESX 3.x to vSphere 4. Upgrade Prerequisites Basic Upgrade Process Edition Licenses Upgrade Checklist for the Wired Brain Coffee Company vCenter Server Upgrade ESX Host Upgrade Using the vSphere Host Upgrade Utility Upgrading VMware Tools and Virtual Hardware Version Upgrading Licensing Video 19-1 Moving Virtual Machines with VMotionIn this video you will learn how to use VMotion to move RUNNING virtual machines off of one ESX server and onto another ESX server. That means that your end users can use the applications on the virtual machine while you are moving it, resulting in virtually no downtime! You can’t afford to miss this video! Why You need VMotion VMotion Requirements VMotioning Virtual Machines Video 19-2 Moving Virtual Storage with SVMotionIn this video you will learn how to move the storage of RUNNING virtual machines from one datastore to another datastore. Plus, you will work hands on with SVMotion to migrate your storage to another datastore. What is SVMotion? SVMotion Requirements Thin Provisioning and SVMotion SVMotion Your Storage – Step–by–Step Video 19-3 Load Balancing with Distributed Resource Scheduler (DRS)As utilization of your virtual infrastructure begins to grow you will notice that the load on some virtual machines will be much greater than others. In this video you will learn how to use the Distributed Resource Scheduler to guarantee service levels and prevent a single virtual machine from monopolizing all of the resources. Auto Load Balancing with DRS Requirements to Use DRS Reserving Resources Creating a DRS Enabled Cluster Adding ESX Servers to Our Cluster Testing DRS Using Resource Allocation DRS/HA Cluster Settings Resource Distribution Chart Creating Resource Pools Video 19-4 Implementing High Availability with VMware HA (VMHA)In this video you will learn how to use High Availability to bring back a critical application in the event of an ESX server failure. Plus, you will work hands on to configure VMHA in your own virtual environment. Why Do You Need High Availability (HA) VMHA Saving the Day Requirements for VMHA Configuring VMHA, Step–by–Step Adding ESX Host to the Cluster Enabling VMHA Testing VMHA Optional VMHA Configurations Best Practices for VMHA Video 19-5 Super High Availability with VMware Fault Tolerance (FT)In this video I will show you how to implement Fault Tolerance to provide continuous availability for a Virtual Machine. This literally means you will see how to make sure your Virtual Machines experience zero downtime! Achieve Zero Downtime with Fault Tolerance (FT) Requirements of FT Constraints of FT Testing to See If You Can Use FT with VMware Site Survey Flip the Switch and Enable FT! Testing Failover of Fault Tolerance Virtual Machine Video: TSCC 800x600 15.00fps [Stream 00] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Stream 01]
VMware Server & Workstation Training Videos: Discover what virtualization is, the many ways to utilize it, and exactly what it can do for your career and/or your business. Find out about the different types of virtualization. What products are available and how they differ? Find out how to select the right hardware needed for virtualization, RAM, CPU, Disk Storage. See a step-by-step installation process of VMware Workstation and Server - from start to finish! Get comfortable with different VMware workstation features including: convert hardware wizard, importing options, management interface, and graphical user interface navigation. Discover how to create virtual machines, change BIOS settings, add or remove virtual hardware, and much more. Find out how to configure and manage VMware Server using VMware Management Interface and VMware Server Console. Become familiar with Virtual Hard Disks, their uses, as well as their different types and modes. Understand what Virtual Machine Snapshots are and how to use them. Discover the many different types of virtual networking with VMware and their advantages! Learn how to clone and migrate virtual machines: V2V and P2V. Determine how to optimize the hard disk, perform memory and CPU adjustments, and complete virtual machine configuration changes. Find out the different types of backups available for VMware. Get familiar with VMware scripting. Get must-have tips for VMware troubleshooting with VMware support script. Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 180Kbps [Raw Video 1]
CompTIA A+ Training Videos: Video 1 A+ Essentials - Communications and Professionalism Learn how to communicate to end users effectively and professionally, both on the telephone and via email. * Importance of Communication & Professionalism * What makes you a good communicator? * How do you appear professional? * Telephone and Email Support Video 2 A+ Essentials - Introduction to Installing & Configuring Operating Systems Learn how to install and configure an operating system and, in the end, instill confidence on this essential task that every technician should know. * Preparing for an OS Installation * Methods of Installing your OS * Installation Options * Device Drivers * Upgrade considerations * Optimizing your install • Performing an OS Installation Video 3 A+ Essentials - Laptop Computers Once you understand laptop essentials, you can support laptop computers like a Pro! * Introduction to Laptops * Laptop form factors, RAM, peripherals, expansion, power, and LCD displays * Configuring laptop power management * Safely removing hardware * Troubleshooting laptops * Preventative maintenance of laptops Video 4 A+ Essentials - Configuring Networking Networking can be confusing but with a network expert like David Davis training you on networking, you will learn all you need to know to pass the A+ exam and resolve your end users’ network issues. * Network Concepts * Network Cables * Network Technologies * How to install, configure, and optimize networks * Troubleshooting Networks Video 5 A+ Essentials - Introduction to Operating Systems By understanding operating systems, you will ace the A+ exam and have a strong foundation for all that you do to support PCs. * OS History * OS Today * OS Terminology * File Systems, Directories, & Files * Basics of using Windows * Performing common OS tasks * Important System Files Video 6 A+ Essentials - Personal Computers Part 1 Personal computer support is what you do as an A+ technician. After watching the PC Essentials Part 1 & 2 video, you will have the knowledge you need to succeed! * What is a PC? What makes up a PC? * Storage devices * System Boards * Power supplies Video 7 A+ Essentials - Personal Computers Part 2 Personal computer support is what you do as an A+ technician. After watching the PC Essentials Part 1 & 2 video, you will have the knowledge you need to succeed! * Processors / CPUs * Memory * Display devices * Input devices * Adaptor cards * Ports and cables * Cooling systems * Basics of installing, removing, & configuring display, storage, and simple input devices Video 8 A+ Essentials - Using Printers and Scanners In this video, you will learn all that you need to know about printer and scanner support, repair, and maintenance – an essential part of the A+ certification. * Types of Printers & Scanners * Components of Printers & Scanners * Interfaces connecting Printers & Scanners * Configuring Printers & Scanners * Troubleshooting Printers & Scanners Video 9 A+ Essentials - Safety and Environmental Issues After watching this video, you will learn how to work on computers safely while protecting the environment. * Basics of computer safety & environmental issues * Protecting the environment * Cleaning computers safely * Repairing computers safely * Accidents * Electrostatic discharge (ESD) * Creating a safe working environment Video 10 A+ Essentials - Introduction to Computer & Network Security Safety is of the utmost importance for any company today. Learn how to protect your company’s data and prevent disasters! * Fundamentals of Security * Encryption * Backups * Authentication * Malicious Software (viruses, worms, trojans) * Firewalls * File System Security * Wireless Security Video 11 A+ Essentials - Troubleshooting Operating Systems As an A+ Technician, you will troubleshoot and support operating systems so watch this video to learn how! * Troubleshooting Techniques * System Files * Error Messages & Bluescreen * Boot Sequence * ASR & ERD * WinPE & BartPE * Recovery from booting errors * Booting methods * Utilities * Preventative Maintenance of the OS Video 12 A+ Essentials - Introduction to PC Troubleshooting Be a hero by fixing PC problems! * PC troubleshooting theory * Basic diagnostics * Isolating issues * Applying troubleshooting techniques * Performing preventative maintenance Video 13 A+ Essentials - Troubleshooting Printers and Scanners You need to learn how to take the right steps to troubleshoot printers and scanners. In this video, you learn how to do it, step by step, and you see how to resolve common issues. * Gathering Information * Analyze Information * Resolving common printer & scanner problems Video 14 A+ Technician - Laptops and Portable Devices In this more technical video, learn how to troubleshoot laptops in detail! * Using laptops and portable devices * Install, configure, and upgrade laptops * Troubleshoot laptops Video 15 A+ Technician - Configuring and Troubleshooting Networks After watching this video, you will know how to step in and save the day when the network is down! * Network types * Core network components * IP addressing * DNS * Configuring your network * Browser configuration * Sharing network resources * Preventative maintenance of networks Video 16 A+ Technician - Operating Systems This video goes way beyond Operating System theory by getting down to the command line and showing you how to use administrator tools. After watching this, you will be a pro! * Windows OS Command line tools * Windows OS Disk structure * Windows OS GUI utilities * Optimizing Windows OS * Boot Recovery * Boot Sequence * Dealing with Error Messages * System Utilities * Preventative Maintenance in the Windows OS Video 17 A+ Technician - PC Component - Installation & Configuration One of the first things you need to learn as a PC Technician is how to upgrade PC hardware such as CPU, RAM, and hard drives & that is what you will learn in this video! * Upgrading/Installing motherboards, storage, CPU, RAM, and power supplies * Considerations when upgrading your PC or buying a new PC * How to install a new display device, RAM, and hard drive Video 18 A+ Technician - PC Component - Troubleshooting & Preventative Maintenance You don’t want to just solve problems, you want to be able to prevent them before they happen. In this video, you learn how to use troubleshooting tools and PC diagnostics to prevent hardware trouble before it happens. * Using tools to perform PC troubleshooting * Using PC diagnostics * Performing troubleshooting on PC components * Performing preventative maintenance on PCs Video 19 A+ Technician - Using Printers & Scanners Printer and Scanner support is a major part of the A+ exam and a major part of the daily life of an A+ technician. In this video, you will learn how to configure and troubleshoot printers & scanners. * Types of Printers & Scanners * Components of Printers & Scanners * Interfaces connecting Printers & Scanners * Configuring Printers & Scanners * Troubleshooting Printers & Scanners Video 20 A+ Technician - Computer & Network Security We covered the theory of computer and network security in our essentials video. In this video, you will learn, hands-on, how encryption works, how to backup your data, how to rid your computer of viruses & worms, how to configure a firewall, and how to secure a wireless network. * Fundamentals of Security * Encryption * Backups * Authentication * Malicious Software (viruses, worms, trojans) * Firewalls * File System Security * Wireless Security Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 87Kbps [Raw Video 1]
You cannot be a network administrator or move on to more advanced networking topics without first learning the fundamentals of networking. Train Signal's CompTIA Network+ 2009 Training course shows you how to install, configure and troubleshoot basic networking hardware, protocols and services so you can administer your own network. Not only will you learn the features and functions of networking components, you will gain the skills and confidence to pass the CompTIA Network+ 2009 exam! If you're an aspiring network support professional or want to jumpstart your existing networking or IT career; my Network+ 2009 training course will take your networking knowledge and ability to the next level! Video: TSCC 800x600 15.00fps [Stream 00] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Stream 01]
CompTIA Linux+ Course Outline Video 1 Introduction to Linux This foundational video talks about the basics of Linux and a comparison with Windows. * What is Linux? * History of Linux * Types of Linux, Linux vs. Unix * Comparison of Linux vs. Windows * Strengths and Weaknesses of Linux Video 2 Introduction to Linux Certifications We'll talk about the multiple certifications available for Linux: * Linux+ * Redhat RHCT/RHCE * LPI * CLP/CLE9 * LCA * Unix Certifications Video 3 Installing Linux Scenario based instruction explaining the proper hardware and methods of installing Linux. * Identify Proper Hardware * Methods for Installing Linux * Linux Multimedia Options * Determine a purpose for the Linux Machine * Configuring Linux File Systems * Configuring Boot Managers * Configuring Network Options * Configuring Linux Installation Parameters * Installing Linux Video 4 Using Linux – Part 1 Learn how Linux works – it’s applications, navigating Linux, and common tasks and commands. * Common Linux tasks – log in , log out, task manager, panels, screens * Common GUI Applications * Command Line Shell vs. GUI Interface * Directory Structure/ Navigation * Changing Resolution and Colors Video 5 Using Linux – Part 2 Learn how Linux works – it’s applications, navigating Linux, and common tasks and commands. * Files and Directories * Content and Directory Searches * Linked Files using commands * File and Directory Permissions and Ownership * Configure the X Window System * Environment Variables ($Path, $Display, etc) Video 6 Administering Linux Users and Groups Linux Objective 2.20 is covered in this video – Administer users and groups: create, modify, delete, passwords, etc. * Create, modify, and delete Linux user accounts * Create, modify, and delete Linux group accounts * Understand /etc/password and /etc/group * CLI Utilities Video 7 Administering Linux – Part 1 Linux Objective 2.20 is covered in this video – Administer users and groups: create, modify, delete, passwords, etc. * Manage Linux Processes * Identify Processes and Processes Trees * Monitor and Troubleshoot Network Activity * Manipulate Test Files * Redirect Output Video 8 Administering Linux – Part 2 Linux Objective 2.20 is covered in this video – Administer users and groups: create, modify, delete, passwords, etc. * Manage and Configure Print Jobs and Queues * User Remote Management * Configure and Manage NIS with yp commands * Create and Modify basic Shell Scripts Video 9 Administering Linux – Part 3 Linux Objective 2.20 is covered in this video – Administer users and groups: create, modify, delete, passwords, etc. * Manage and Access Mail Queues * Scheduling Jobs * Managing runlevels and system initialization * Tuning Kernel Runtime Parameters Video 10 Linux Filesystem and Storage Management In-depth video on Linux Objectives 2.1, manage local storage devices and files systems using CLI commands, 2.2, mount and unmount varied filesystems, 3.5, configure files that are used to mount drivers or partitions. * Linux Filesystem * Manage Storage Devices and Filesystems * Storage Commands and Configuration Files Video 11 Linux Package Installation and System Backups Linux uses the Package Installation concept to install application updates, new applications, or new services. Linux objective 2.3, perform and verify backups and restores, is covered. I will show you how to locate the wide variety of backup programs available and will demonstrate the use of tar and cpio. * Linux Package Installation * System Backups and Restores * Access Recordable Media * Repair Packages Video 12 Networking in Linux – Part 1 This section covers the following Linux Objectives: 3.1 Configuring Client TCP/IP Settings (OSI model, layering, how networking works), 3.2 basic network server features, 3.3 basic routing & subnetting, troubleshooting, 3.7 Configure a network interface card from command line, 3.10 Configure log files, 3.6 Implement DNS & describe how it works. * Configuring Client TCP/IP Settings * Configuring Basic Network Server Settings * Implement Basic Routing and Subnetting * Troubleshoot Networking and Hostname Resolution Problems Video 13 Networking in Linux – Part 2 This section covers the following Linux Objectives: 3.1 Configuring Client TCP/IP Settings (OSI model, layering, how networking works), 3.2 basic network server features, 3.3 basic routing & subnetting, troubleshooting, 3.7 Configure a network interface card from command line, 3.10 Configure log files, 3.6 Implement DNS & describe how it works. * Configure a Network Interface Card * Read and Configure Linux Log Files * Basics of Linux Domain Name Resolution Video 14 Installing and Administering Linux OpenOffice Learn about OpenOffice, a free office suite, and how to install and administer it. Scenario – convert (open, edit and save) MS Office docs to OpenOffice using Linux. * What is OpenOffice? * Installing OpenOffice * Common MS Office Tasks in OpenOffice * Sharing Files between OpenOffice and MS Office * Our Scenario Video 15 Installing and Administering Linux Samba Server Learn about Samba Server – allows non-Windows hosts to function as Windows hosts. Samba allows for interoperability across different network systems. The scenario covers how to install and administer it. * What is Samba? * Administering Samba * Installing Samba * Our Scenario Video 16 Installing and Administering Linux Apache Webserver Learn about Apache Webserver – open source web server, which comes with Fedora Linux 5, but is disabled by default. The scenario covers how to install and administer it. * What is Apache? * Installing Apache * Administering Apache * Our Scenario Video 17 Installing and Administering Linux DHCP and DNS Learn about DHCP and DNS server. Learn to install and configure DHCP and DNS. The scenario covers how to install and administer it, using your Linux server as a DNS server/ DHCP, and also tests to make sure it works. Continues the learning from video 13. * Installing and Administering DNS * Our Scenario * Installing and Administering DHCP * Our Scenario Video 18 Installing and Administering Linux FTP Server Install, Administer, and learn the benefits of using the Linux FTP server. FTP, File Transfer Protocol, allows you to copy files between servers over the Internet. Scenario to test FTP server and perform basic configurations. * Installing Linux FTP Server * Administering Linux FTP Server * Our Scenario Video 19 Securing Linux How to keep your system secure and detect issues. This video covers Linux Objective 4, Security, and the multiple components within. Learn to configure security files, set permissions, install firewalls, etc. * Security Configuration Files * Data Encryption * System and File Integrity * Special File Permissions * Password Policies * Linux Firewalls * Limiting Users * SELinux Video 20 Administering Hardware This video covers Linux Objective 1.2 Configure peripherals, and covers the majority of Linux Objective 6 – Hardware. Learn to describe, diagnose, identify, and configure hardware. * Configure Peripherals * Understanding Hardware Resources * Diagnose Hardware Resource Issues * Removable Hardware * Power Management * Mass Storage Video 21 Reporting, Troubleshooting, and Performance Monitoring This video covers much of Linux Objective 5, Documentation. Learn to monitor system performance, analyze and fix any problems; create and document written procedures, troubleshoot with common commands, and access documentation. * Monitoring System Performance * Documenting Linux * Troubleshooting with System Log Files * Accessing Documentation Bonus Video Linux Tips & Tricks Learn how to play Windows Media files on your Linux box, dual boot Windows and Linux workstations, and speed up your Linux Navigation skills! Audio: Windows Media Audio 44100Hz mono 32Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: MSS2 800x600 10.00fps 250Kbps [Raw Video 1]
CompTIA Network+ 2007 Course Outline Video 1 Intro to CompTIA Network+ 2007 Intro to the course, Chris Bryant, and the course outline. * Introduction to your Instructor: Chris Bryant * Course Outline Video 2 The OSI Model Beyond passing the exam, this information is important for you to truly understand what’s going on in a network, and what’s going on at each layer. It will help you also to understand networks – sending data from one point and receiving it at another. * Application Layer * Presentation Layer * Session Layer * Transport Layer * Network Layer * Data Link Layer * Physical Layer * Data Terminology Video 3 Physical Networking This video covers Network Topologies. We will discuss the physical setup of the network, how PC and other devices are connected, and the mapping of the physical components. * Bus, Star, Ring Topologies * Token Ring Networks * FDDI, ATM * Frame Relay * T1, E1 Lines * Full and Partial Mesh Topologies * Topology Review (High Points) Video 4 MAC Addresses Before we discuss how MAC addresses work with and are used by switches, it’s important to know what MAC addresses are, how they are built, and the address format. This information is both vital in the real world and for passing the exam. * How MAC Addresses are Used * Mac Address Format and Hexadecimal Conversion * Address Resolution Protocol (ARP) * Proxy ARP * Reverse ARP Video 5 CSMACD and VLANs We will discuss the definition of collision, and how CSMACD helps lower the number of collisions in a shared segment environment. We will also clear up any confusion between collision and broadcast domains for the exam. Followed by a discussion of VLANs and how they differ from physical for future networking experience, Layer 3 Switches, and Ethernet Standards to prepare you for both the real world and exam time. * Collisions and CSMA/CD in a Shared Network environment * Collision and Broadcast Domain * Virtual LANs * Layer Three Switches * “Router On A Stick” * IEEE Ethernet Standards Video 6 Network Protocols Part 1 In this video we will discuss network protocols: in-depth look at each, comparisons, benefits, and drawbacks of each. * TCP and UDP * DHCP * ICMP * DNS Video 7 Network Protocols Part 2 In this video we will discuss network protocols: in-depth look at each, comparisons, benefits, and drawbacks of each. * SMTP and POP3 * IMAP * Telnet & SSH * Point to Point Protocol(PPP) * WINS * IGMP * Common Port Numbers Video 8 IP Addressing & NAT We will discuss basic binary conversions, which are vital in understanding where an IP address comes from and what it means. We will also discuss default and private IP addresses, what it means, and why we subnet. * IP Addressing Basics * IP Addressing Classes * Private Address Ranges * Network Address Translation * Port Address Translation(PAT) * Why We Subnet Video 9 Disaster Recovery This is the most important topic in this course, not just for your exam, but also for use in real networks. We will discuss plans put into place, not put into place, and the importance of data backups. We will discuss real world situations and how well a network is able to recover from problems, based on the planning put forth before an everyday problem occurs. * Surge Protectors * UPS * Line Conditioners * RAID Levels * Duplexing and Mirroring * Data Backup Types and Plans * Data Backup Methods and Devices * DAS, NAS, and SAN * Hot, Warm, and Cold Sites Video 10 Network Components We will cover common devices found in networks – the misconceptions, and dos & don’ts with each. To acquaint you with each device, we will talk about how they work with routers and switches, and walk through the processes of each. * Hubs and Repeaters * Switches * Routers and Gateways * NICs * Modems * CSU/DSUs and Firewalls * Proxy Servers * Transceivers Video 11 LAN Troubleshooting This video covers samples of protocols and commands to run on a workstation. These are the main protocols that will help you identify an issue. We will discuss troubleshooting case studies of typical LAN issues that you will need to know for work in the real world. 80-90% of your job will consist of troubleshooting. * Workstation and LAN Troubleshooting * ARP * IPCONFIG, WINIPCFG * NETSTAT * PING and TRACERT * LAN Troubleshooting Case Studies Video 12 Antivirus Viruses, other threats, and antivirus programs. This is one of the most important videos for the exam and to maintain a healthy network. Millions of dollars are spend each year repairing the damage caused by attacks, which can be avoided by the preventive measures (antivirus programs) we discuss in this video. * Viruses, Other Threats, and Antivirus Programs * Trojan Horses, Worms and Viruses * Stopping Viruses Before They Enter the Network * Choosing & Configuring an Antivirus Program * Turning Anti-Virus Programs Off Video 13 Security Protocols This section focuses on an overview of security protocols to get you familiar with how they operate for both the exam and real world. * SSL & TLS * WEP & WPA * L@TP & IPSec * PAP, CHAP, MS-CHAP and SLIP * RADIUS & TACACS+ * PGP * Kerberos Video 14 Cables This detail-oriented video is important for both passing the exam, knowing the differences and max lengths of cables, and understanding real-world troubleshooting at the most physical level. * Coaxial Cable * Twisted-Pair Cable * UTP Categories * 10 and 100BaseT Network Design Rules * Fiber Optic * Cable Capacity * Cable Connectors * Crossover, Straight-through, and Rollover Cables * Cabling Tools Video 15 Network Operating Systems A basic overview of particular operating processes, the way they interoperate, and how to troubleshoot. The more processes you know, the more marketable you will be when looking for a job. * Windows NOS * Novell NOS * Gateway Services For NetWare * Client Services For Netware * Intro to UNIX * Intro to MAC OS X * Troubleshooting NOSes Video 16 Wireless & Extranets Overview of the basics and standards of wireless. This is one of the fastest growing areas of IT, and thus a great area to specialize. * Wireless Basics * Wireless Standards, Ranges and Frequencies * Bluetooth * IrDA * Spread Spectrum * Wireless Antenna Types & Usage * CSMA/CA * Intranets & Extranets Audio: 0x000a 22050Hz mono 20Kbps [Raw Audio 0] Video: Windows Media Video 9 800x600 15.00fps 44Kbps [Raw Video 1]
CWNA Wireless Networking and Administration Course Outline Video 1 Ad Hoc Wireless Networking You will learn a lot about how to configure wireless networking, by setting up a direct network between two clients. Also learn to secure and test your wireless network to make sure it is working properly. * Scenario * Learn the Basics of Ad Hoc Wireless Networks * Create a Wireless Ad Hoc Network with Two Windows Clients * Secure the Wireless LAN * Test the WLAN by sharing Windows Files over the WLAN Video 2 Wireless Terminology We’ll cover terms for troubleshooting a wireless network, choosing the right equipment for your network, and terms you need to know for the certification exam. * Why Wireless? * Radio Frequency – gain, loss, etc. * RF Math * Signals and How Antennas work * Spread Spectrum * 802.11 Standards & Organizations * Types of Network * Authentication and Association Video 3 Designing and Deploying Wireless We’ll discuss some main components when designing and deploying your wireless network, such as, antenna types, devices, security, and common network issues and how to solve them. * Antenna Types * Installing Antennas * Challenges and How to Solve Them * Infrastructure Devices * Client Devices * Identify Proper Wireless Technology * Security * Site Survey Basics Video 4 Basic Wireless Router and Client Setup Learn how to set a basic wireless router and a single client, talking to an access point. Also, learn to put WEP encryption between the wireless client and the access point, to provide basic internet security. * Review our Scenario * Introduction to Infrastructure Mode * Connect to the Integrated Wireless Router * Configure Management Basics and Customize Configuration * Test Client Communications to the Internet * Configure Basic Wireless Security Video 5 Cracking WEP and WPA Learn to crack the encryption of WEP and WPA. We’ll do this with downloaded programs from the internet, so you can grasp how insecure WEP and WPA really are. * Review our Scenario * What You Need to Know, Including Steps for Cracking WEP and WPA With a Dictionary Attack * Demonstrations Video 6 Configuring Wireless Settings Configure basic wireless settings and learn how easy it is for an attacker to get around your settings. * Review our Scenario * Install the Manufacturer’s client drives * Perform basic site survey * Configure Wireless Channels * Configure the SSID * Disable SSID Broadcast * Demonstrate NetStumbler Video 7 Inbound Address Translation, Firewalling, and MAC Filtering Learn to configure NAT (network address translation) firewalling - to place restrictions on certain types of users, and demonstrate how easy it is to get around MAC and change your MAC address. * Review our Scenario * Inbound Address Translation Overview * Inbound Address Translation Configuration * Firewalling Overview * Firewalling Configuration * Wireless MAC Filtering Overview * Wireless MAC Filtering Configuration * Bypassing Wireless MAC Filtering using 2 tools Video 8 Configuring WPA and WPA2 PSK Authentication Learn to configure WPA and WPA2 to secure your network, and test out to see if everything works between client and access point. * Review our Scenario * WPA and WPA2 Overview * WPA Configuration and Testing * WPA2 Configuration and Testing Video 9 Enterprise Wireless Gadgets Learn about Wireless Gadgets, how to configure, and the pros and cons of cool gadgets and enterprise devices to use on your network. * Review our Scenario * Enterprise Wireless Gadgets Configuration * Wireless Router with VPN Server and Hotspot * Wireless Media Adaptor * Wireless Game Adaptor * Enterprise Wireless Access Point * Enterprise Wireless Bridge * Other Gadgets * Conclusion Video 10 Using RADIUS (802.1x Authentication) What you need to know about, how to install and configure, and how to use on wireless access points. Learn how to configure windows server to be a domain controller, radius server, and certificate server. * Review our Scenario * RADIUS and 802.1x Authentication Overview * Install RADIUS Server in Windows * Configure Windows Internet Authentication Service (IAS) * Use RADIUS (802.1x) with WPA2 Security * Configure and Test Windows 802.1x Wireless Client Video 11 Common Administrative Tasks Learn to back up, restore, modify, upgrade, and administer the router. Take a look at 3rd party firmware. * Review our Scenario * Backup, Restore, Upgrades, and DHCP * Demonstrate common administrative tasks on the wireless router * Demonstrate an alternate version of after-market firmware Video 12 Troubleshooting the WLAN Learn how to troubleshoot common problems with the WLAN and tools available to use for troubleshooting. * Review our Scenario * Test Throughput of your WLAN (Qcheck) * Perform Site Survey (Airmagnet Surveyor) * Troubleshoot Internet Connectivity * Troubleshoot Wireless Connectivity (AirDefense Personal, NetStumbler and Airmagnet Laptop) Video 13 Wardriving and Bluetooth We’ll discuss what they are and what you need to know about them. * What is Wardriving? * What is Bluetooth? * Bluetooth Demonstration Video: TSCC 640x480 15.00fps [00) Camtasia Producer_render34566ddd.avi Video #1] Audio: MS ADPCM 22050Hz mono 89Kbps [01) Microsoft Waveform: Camtasia Producer_convert34599869.wav]
TCP/ IP and Network Fundamentals
The bonus course is full of the basic concepts you need to truly understand TCP/ IP – an integral part of networking. We will help you gain a general comfort level for what TCP/ IP is and how to configure it on a basic network computer. Video 1 What is a protocol? Key Points: * Definition of a Protocol * What is the OSI Model? Video 2 Introduction to TCP/IP Key Points: * What is TCP/IP? * Transport Layer Protocols * Internet Layer Protocols Video 3 Configuring an IP Address Key Points: * What is TCP/IP? * Transport Layer Protocols * Internet Layer Protocols Video 4 IP Address Planning Key Points: * How to plan an IP Addressing scheme * Rules for IP Addressing * What is Classful IP Addressing * Private IP Addressing vs. Public IP Addressing * What is Network Address Translation (NAT)? Video 5 Binary Numbers Key Points: * Decimal vs. Binary * Convert Binary to Decimal * Convert Decimal to Binary * Using a Calculator * IP Address Conversion Video 6 Internetworking Key Points: * IP Address Review * What is a Router? * What is a Default Gateway? * Client Configuration * Subnetting Video 7 Classless Interdomain Routing Key Points: * Problems with Classful IP Addressing * Variable Length Subnet Masks * Subnetting with CIDR & VLSM * Formulas * Basic Network * CIDR Notation Video 8 Fundamentals of IPv6 Key Points: * Disadvantages of IPv4 * IPv6 Solutions * IPv6 Addressing * Types of IPv6 Addressing Video: TSCC 800x600 15.00fps [Stream 00] Audio: PCM 22050Hz mono 352Kbps [Stream 01]
