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Administration and Network InfrastructureIntroduction to Windows Server

Version 1.0 Author : Marc PYBOURDINDernire Mise Jour : 25/04/2012

Your Full ProfessorMarc PYBOURDINMicrosoft Technologies Full Professor

marc.pybourdin

MP@supinfo.com

Chapter objectivesUnderstand Windows Server 2008 Deploy Windows Server 2008 Use Out-Of-Box Experience (OOBE)Configure updatesPerform drivers check

Once upon a time in Redmond

Start with a history of Microsoft Windows

A good vido about this : http://channel9.msdn.com/Series/History

4Server Operating SystemsDesigned to provide platforms for multi-user, frequently business-critical, networked applications.

The focus is on security, stability and collaboration, rather than user interface.

Provide a platform for multi-user applications, and most come bundled with a batch of common server applications, such as Web servers, e-mail agents and terminal services.

5Windows Server 2008 R2

Introduce what is Windows Server 2008 R2, his editions.

Explain what is x64 architecture and his benefits.

Present the Full and Core versions.

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/windows-server/2008-r2-editions.aspx6x64 architectureMuch better performance on x64 applicationsMore addressable memory(up to 2TB)More secure :Better overflow protectionDEP(Data Execution Prevention)Patch Guard(exclusive to x64 systems)

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/windows-server/2008-r2-editions.aspx7Hardware requirements

ComponentSpecificationsProcessor Minimum: 1GHzRecommended: 2 GHz or fasterMemory

Minimum: 512MBRecommended: 2GB

Available Disk Space

Minimum: 10GBRecommended: 40GB or greaterDriveDVD-ROM driveDisplay and Peripherals

Super VGA(800x600) or higher-res. MonitorKeyboard and Mouse

8Installation Process

Installation can be done via DVDFrom network(PXE)Installation process:Boot from DVD or networkConfigure the installation(Windows Server edition, partitioning, serial number)Let the installation process finishIntroduce what is Windows Server 2008 R2, his editions.Explain what is x64 architecture and his benefits.

http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/windows-server/2008-r2-editions.aspx9DemonstrationPerform a local installation

10Out-Of-Box Experience

First screen that you see when installation process is finished. Basic configuration

Recommended : Server Manager.

Explain the goal of oobe and what you can configure with.11DemonstrationInitial configurationSet the timezone of yourcountrySet the hostname of the server to be DC[BOOSTERID]Show how basic networkingcan be configured

Configure, Time, Network Parameters and Machine Name12Windows UpdateWindows Update

Microsoft Update

Configure Updates

Explain the difference between Windows Update and Microsoft Update and how activate it.

Perform an update schedule and options of Windows Update. (By example : Block the auto restart to prevent any service unavailability)

You can also give an overview of : http://download.wsusoffline.net/13DemonstrationConfigure Windows Update

Configure, Time, Network Parameters and Machine Name14Drivers Management

Managed into Device Manager

Most of systems crashes are caused by third-parties drivers and non-certified ones.Always prefer for reliability WHQL(Windows Hardware Quality Labs) ones

Check servers driver before begin any configuration to prevent any system issues.15Drivers ManagementDevice Manager

Check servers driver before begin any configuration to prevent any system issues.16DemonstrationInstall VMWare or Virtual Box drivers

Show which ones are WHQL17Roles and features

Several elements can be installed on Windows Server :RolesRoles servicesFeatures

Can be added via Start Screen or Server Manager

Explain the different existing roles in Windows Server 2008 R2Give the difference between features, roles, and roles services18

ServicesWindows Services are a long-running executable that performs specific functions and that are not designed to require user intervention. Think about background programsFour modes, Automatic, Automatic(Delayed), Manual and DisabledServices can be runned with a specific userServices can be managed with the services.msc snap-in.

MMC

Microsoft Management Console

Snap-in components

Administrative Tools

Show what is a snap-in components and his utility in Microsoft environmentWhat is Administrative Tools ?20DemonstrationCustomizing the MMCAdd several snap-in and whow how use thseShow the difference between local computer and remote computer mappingShow how to save your MMC console

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Services

Domain vs Workgroup

Graphic Source : http://tutorials.freeskills.com

Explain de difference between Workgroup management and Domain Management23Any questions?