Microsoft Server Virtualization Training

Course Outline

Lesson 1 Getting Started with Microsoft Server Virtualization Training

In the lesson you will meet your instructor and you will find out what you will be doing in the
Microsoft Server Virtualization lessons. In addition, you will also find out how to use this
course to maximize your benefits.
Who is Your Instructor?
What Will We Be Doing?
How to Use This Course
Lesson 2 Lab Setup
In this lesson you will find out what hardware and software you need in order to follow along
with this course. You will also find out about what you will be building throughout the
lessons.
Discuss the Build Out of This Course
Explain My Environment
Lesson 3 The Course Scenario
This lesson will explain our scenario for this course and how we will be using it throughout
the course. The purpose of the scenario is to help you to apply your Microsoft Server
Virtualization knowledge in the real world.
Lesson 4 Introduction to Microsoft Virtualization and Virtualization Management
In this lesson we will be going over the concept of virtualization and how it will help us
overcome some of the physical networking challenges we have historically faced. We will
discuss the different types of virtualization and go through an overview of some of the
various management tools Microsoft has made available to us manage our virtualization
environments.
Using Virtualization to Overcome Traditional Challenges
Different Types of Virtualization
Server Virtualization
Desktop Virtualization
Presentation Virtualization
Application Virtualization
Cloud Computing
Managing Virtual Environments
Introduction to Microsoft Virtualization Management Tools

Lesson 5 Installing the Hyper-V Role on Windows Server 2008 R2

In this lesson we will discuss the prerequisites and system requirements for installing a
Hyper-V server. Then we will go in and install the Hyper-V role on Windows Server 2008
R2 and go over some of the high level configuration settings.
Planning for Hyper-V
System Requirements
Installing the Hyper-V Role
Configuring Hyper-V
Virtual Network Manager
Installing Hyper-V on Server Core
Lesson 6 Working with Virtual Hard Disks and Virtual Machines
In this lesson we will see that the first step to deploying a virtual machine is to plan and
deploy virtual hard disks (VHDs) that the virtual machine will use. We will talk about the
various types of VHDs and then see how to set up a virtual machine using a VHD. Finally,
we will demonstrate how to use snapshots to quickly and easily restore a virtual machine
back to a previous state.
Virtual Hard Disks (VHDs)
Differencing Disks
Pass-Through Disks
Creating VHDs
Creating Virtual Machines
Virtual Machine Settings
Installing Windows Server 2008 R2 on a Virtual Machine
Installing Integration Services
Migrating Legacy Virtual Machines
Snapshots
Lesson 7 Introduction to System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2
In this lesson I will introduce you to the System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM).
We will go over the hardware and software requirements to install SCVMM and discuss the
different components and how they can be deployed.
What is SCVMM 2008 R2?
System Requirements
VMM Components
VMM Server
VMM Administrator Console
VMM Database
VMM Library
VMM Self-Service Portal

Lesson 8 Installing System Center Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2

In this lesson we learn how to install SCVMM 2008 R2. We will start off by using the
Configuration Analyzer to make sure our machine is equipped to install SCVMM. Then we
will install the VMM Server component and the VMM Administrator Console. Finally, we will
discuss how PowerShell is used with the VMM Server and VMM Administrator Console.
Downloading and Installing Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) Configuration Analyzer
Using the VMM Configuration Analyzer
Adding Web Server (ISS) Role
Installing SCVMM 2008 R2
Installing the VMM Administrator Console
VMM and PowerShell
Lesson 9 Managing Hosts in Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2
In this lesson we see how the virtual machine host is one of the key components of a VMM
infrastructure and therefore how managing these hosts is one of the main purposes of the
VMM. We will also learn about how to make host management easier by using host groups
in order to apply options to multiple hosts at the same time.
Using Host Groups
Adding Hosts
Host Properties
Supported Platforms
Lesson 10 Managing VMs in Virtual Machine Manager 2008 R2
In this lesson we will see how to use the VMM Administration Console as a central utility for
managing virtual machines. We will see how to perform many of the tasks that we typically
would perform in the Hyper-V Manager. The difference here is that with VMM you can
manage virtual machines from more than one host. We will also take a look at deployment
options and managing virtual hard disks.
Importance of Patching and Updating Your Virtual Machines
Basic Virtual Machine Actions
Additional Configuration Options
Deployment Options
Migration Options
Storing a Virtual Machine in a Library
Deploying a Virtual Machine
Virtual Machine Properties
Managing VHDs

Lesson 11 Performing Physical-to-Virtual Conversion

In this lesson we will learn about converting a physical server to a virtual machine by using
the VMM to perform a P2V conversion. We will take a look at the requirements to perform a
P2V conversion, talk about online vs. offline conversions, and see how VMM has simplified
the process using an easy to follow task based wizard.
What is P2V Conversion?
Source Computer Requirements
Supported Operating Systems
Online vs. Offline Conversion
Why Convert?
Using MAP and SCOM
Things to Consider
Lesson 12 Performing Virtual-to-Virtual Conversion
In this lesson we will learn about converting a virtual machine running on VMware or Virtual
Server to a virtual machine running on Hyper-V. We will also see how to migrate virtual
machines between Hyper-V hosts using the VMM.
What is V2V Conversion?
Supported Operating Systems
Converting VMware to Hyper-V
Converting Virtual Server to Hyper-V
Performing Conversion of VMware Virtual Machine to Hyper-V Virtual Machine
Migrating Virtual Machines Between Hosts
Quick Storage Migration
Lesson 13 Virtual Machine Manager Library
In this lesson I will introduce you to the Virtual Machine Manager Library. We will see how
to manage the VMM Library and its resources.
Storing File Based Resources
Adding a Library Server
Adding a Library Share
Associating the Library with a Host Group
Managing Virtual Machines
Creating a Guest OS Profile
Creating a Template
Lesson 14 Installing the VMM Self-Service Portal
In this lesson I will introduce you to the Virtual Machine Manager Self-Service Portal. We
will see how to create user roles, install the Self-Service Portal, and create and manage our
virtual machines using the Self-Service Portal.
Creating User Roles
Installing Self-Service Portal
Creating and Testing SSL Settings

Managing VMs with the Self-Service Portal

Creating VMs with the Self-Service Portal

Lesson 15 Overview of Remote Desktop Services (RDS)

In this lesson we will work step-by-step to install and configure Remote Desktop Services.
We will learn how to install the Remote Desktop Session Host, configure Remote Desktop
Services server options, and look at Remote Desktop Services licensing.
What is Remote Desktop Services (RDS)?
RDS Role Services
Changes in Windows Server 2008 R2
Licensing
Installing Remote Desktop Session Host
Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration Utility
Installing Remote Desktop Licensing
Lesson 16 Configuring Remote Desktop Services Load Balancing
In this lesson I will introduce you to the Remote Desktop Connection Broker. We will learn
how to install the RD Connection Broker and see how it can be used to provide load
balancing in our Remote Desktop Services environment.
What is the Remote Desktop Connection Broker?
Installing the RD Connection Broker Role Service
Using the RD Connection Broker to Provide Load Balancing
Lesson 17 Configuring RemoteApp
In this lesson we will learn exactly what RemoteApp is and we will work hands-on to
configure RemoteApp. Plus, we will work step-by-step to connect to and configure Remote
Applications.
What is RemoteApp?
Configuring RemoteApp
Configuring Remote Applications
Accessing RemoteApps Programs
Lesson 18 Configuring Remote Desktop Gateway
In this lesson we will learn what the Remote Desktop Gateway is and we will work step-bystep to install and configure the RD Gateway.
What is Remote Desktop (RD) Gateway?
Installing RD Gateway
Configuring RD Gateway
Installing Gateway Certificate on a Client
Testing RD Gateway

Lesson 19 Configuring Remote Desktop Services Client Connections

In this lesson we will work step-by-step to configure client settings and user configuration for
Remote Desktop Services. Plus, we will work hands-on to manage Remote Desktop
Services user connections.
Configuring Remote Desktop Services Client Settings
Configuring and Using Remote Desktops
Configuring User Configuration for Remote Desktop Services
Managing Remote Desktop Services User Connections
Lesson 20 Configuring the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool
In this lesson we will see how to use the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool as utility for
keeping virtual machines which are turned off for long periods of time up to date with
Microsoft Updates.
Maintaining Software Updates
What is the Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool?
How the VMST Works
Infrastructure Requirements
Changing Our Lab Environment
Setting Up Group Policy to Work with WSUS
Installing Offline Virtual Machine Servicing Tool
Configuring WSUS
Configuring Offline Updates
Download Links
Lesson 21 Virtual Machine Backup and Recovery
In this lesson we will learn about how to keep our virtual machines backed up and secure in
case of a failure or loss of data. We will also see how to back up the VMM database and
introduce you to the System Center Data Protection Manager.
Backing Up VMs Using Windows Server Backup
Backup and Restore Options for VMM 2008 R2
Using Data Protection Manager (DPM)
Installing Windows Server Backup
Running a Windows Server Backup
Running Virtual Machine Manager Backup
Lesson 22 Monitoring Virtualization
In this lesson we will learn about monitoring our virtual environment. We will see how to
use the Jobs section of the VMM, learn how integrating VMM with System Center
Operations Manager can expand our monitoring capabilities, and introduce you to
Performance and Resource Optimization.
Managing Virtual Machine Manager Jobs
Integrating VMM and Operations Manager
Using Performance and Resource Optimization (PRO)

Lesson 23 Implementing High Availability for Server Virtualization

In this lesson we will learn about creating a highly available virtualization infrastructure
using Failover Clustering. We also review Live Migration and learn how high availability
works with the Virtual Machine Manager.
Overview of Failover Clustering
What is a Failover Cluster?
Live Migration
Implementing High Availability with VMM
Lesson 24 Preparing for Your Windows Server 2008 R2, Server Virtualization (70659) Certification Exam
In this lesson you will gain some insight into the Windows Server Virtualization exam. We
will go over the objectives and then review some recommendations that you should
consider before taking the exam.
Exam Overview
Exam Objectives
Study Recommendations
Exam Preparation
Lesson 25 Next Steps
In this last lesson we will quickly review what we learned in this course. After quick follow up
we will talk about what certification options are available to you.
What We Learned
Follow Up
Whats Next for Certification?