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

6410: First Look: Getting Started with Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V (1 Day)

About This Clinic

This two-hour clinic provides in-depth knowledge of Windows Server virtualization scenarios, the features that support the scenarios, and a high-level overview of the Windows Virtualization architecture.

Audience Profile

IT Professionals currently experienced on the technologies included in Windows Server 2000 and/or Windows Server 2003, and who hold an MCSE or MCSA certification and/or equivalent knowledge.

Clinic Outline

Module 1: Hyper-V Overview

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Explain how Hyper-V is a feature of Windows Server 2008
• Identify the requirements and features of Hyper-V
• Identify Hyper-V core design scenarios

Module 2: Technical Background and Architecture

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Explain how the underlying architecture of Hyper-V is structured
• Explain how to install Hyper-V on Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2008 Server Core computers
• Explain how to perform and automate common management tasks using tools such as Windows PowerShell
• Explain the capabilities of System Center Virtual Machine Manager and how it can be leveraged to manage Hyper-V servers
• Identify other features and capabilities of Hyper-V
• Explain how Hyper-V can be used to create highly available servers

Module 3: Managing Hyper-V

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Manage virtualization settings
• Manage virtual hard disks (VHDs)
• Modify virtual hard disks
• Manage virtual networking using the virtual switch

Module 4: Implementation Scenarios

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Identify how Hyper-V can be used for server consolidation
• Identify how Hyper-V can be used in a dynamic data center
• Identify how Hyper-V can be used for branch office operations
• Identify how Hyper-V can be used in testing and development

Module 5: Best Practices

After completing this module, students will be able to:

• Identify best practices for Hyper-V hardware
• Identify best practices for Hyper-V disks
• Identify best practices for installing Hyper-V enhancements
• IT Professionals skilled on the technologies included in Windows Server 2000, Windows Server 2003
• Experience with Virtual Server 2005 or Virtual PC 2004/200