55343AC: Networking with Windows Server
Duration : 5 Days (40 Hours)
55343AC: Networking with Windows Server Course Overview:
This 5-day Windows Server Networking course provides the fundamental networking skills required to deploy and support Windows Server in most organizations. It covers IP fundamentals, remote access technologies, and more advanced content including Software Defined Networking.
Although this course and the associated labs are written for Windows Server 2022, the skills taught will also be backwards compatible for Server 2016 and Server 2019.
The course and labs also focus on how to administer Windows Server using not only the traditional tools such as PowerShell and Server manager, but also Windows Admin Center.
Audience Profile
This course is intended for IT professionals who have some networking knowledge and experience and are looking for a single course that provides insight into core and advanced networking technologies in Windows Server. The audience typically includes:
– Network administrators who are looking to reinforce existing skills and learn about new networking technology changes and functionality in Windows Server.
– System or Infrastructure Administrators with general networking knowledge who are looking to gain core and advanced networking knowledge and skills on Windows Server.
At Course Completion
- – Plan and implement an IPv4 network.
- – Implement Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP).
- – Implement IPv6.
- – Implement Domain Name System (DNS).
- – Implement and manage IP address management (IPAM).
- – Plan for remote access.
- – Implement DirectAccess.
- – Implement virtual private networks (VPNs).
- – Implement networking for branch offices.
- – Configure advanced networking features.
- – Implement Software Defined Networking.
Module 1: Planning and implementing an IPv4 network
This module explains how to use fundamental networking tools and techniques to configure and troubleshoot IPv4-based networks.
Lessons
- – Planning IPv4 addressing
- – Configuring an IPv4 host
- – Managing and troubleshooting IPv4 network connectivity
Lab 1: Planning an IPv4 network
- – Migrating Settings by using Windows Easy Transfer
- – Configuring a Reference Image of Windows 7
- – Configuring a Reference Image
Lab 2: Planning an IPv4 network
- – Migrating Settings by using Windows Easy Transfer
- – Configuring a Reference Image of Windows 7
- – Configuring a Reference Image
Lab 3: Implementing and troubleshooting an IPv4 network
- – Verifying IPv4
- – Troubleshooting IPv4
Lab 4: Implementing and troubleshooting an IPv4 network
- – Verifying IPv4
- – Troubleshooting IPv4
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Plan IPv4 addressing.
- – Configure an IPv4 host.
- – Manage and troubleshoot IPv4 network connectivity
Module 2: Implementing DHCP
This module explains how to plan and implement DHCP to support the IPv4 infrastructure.
Lessons
- – Overview of the DHCP server role
- – Deploying DHCP
- – Managing and troubleshooting DHCP
Lab 1: Implementing DHCP
- – Planning a DHCP server implementation
- – Implementing the DHCP configuration
- – Validating the DHCP implementation
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Explain the DHCP server role.
- – Deploy DHCP.
- – Manage and troubleshoot DHCP.
Module 3: Implementing IPv6
This module explains how to implement IPv6, and how to integrate IPv6 and IPv4 networks.
Lessons
- – Overview of IPv6 addressing
- – Configuring an IPv6 host
- – Implementing IPv6 and IPv4 coexistence
- – Transitioning from IPv4 to IPv6
Lab 1: Configuring and evaluating IPv6 transition technologies
- – Reviewing the default IPv6 configuration
- – Implementing DHCPv6
- – Configuring network integration by using ISATAP
- – Configuring native IPv6 connectivity
- – Configuring 6to4 connectivity
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Describe the features and benefits of IPv6.
- – Configure an IPv6 host.
- – Implement the coexistence between IPv4 and IPv6 networks.
- – Transition from an IPv4 network to an IPv6 network.
Module 4: Implementing DNS
This module explains how to install, configure, and troubleshoot DNS within the organization’s network.
Lessons
- – Implementing DNS servers
- – Configuring zones in DNS
- – Configuring name resolution between DNS zones
- – Configuring DNS integration with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS)
- – Configuring advanced DNS settings
Lab 1: Planning and implementing name resolution by using DNS
- – Planning DNS name resolution
- – Implementing DNS servers and zones
Lab 2: Integrating DNS with Active Directory
- – Integrating DNS with Active Directory
Lab 3: Configuring advanced DNS settings
- – Configuring DNS policies
- – Validating the DNS implementation
- – Troubleshooting DNS
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Implement DNS servers.
- – Configure zones in DNS.
- – Configure name resolution between DNS zones.
- – Configure DNS integration with AD DS.
- – Configure advanced DNS settings
Module 5: Implementing and managing IPAM
This module explains how to implement and manage the IPAM feature in Windows Server. This module also explains how to use IPAM to manage services such as DHCP and DNS.
Lessons
- – Overview of IPAM
- – Deploying IPAM
- – Managing IP address spaces by using IPAM
Lab 1: Implementing IPAM
- – Installing the IPAM Server feature
- – Provisioning the IPAM Server
- – Managing IP address spaces by using IPAM
Lab 2: Implementing IPAM
- – Installing the IPAM Server feature
- – Provisioning the IPAM Server
- – Managing IP address spaces by using IPAM
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Describe the IPAM functionality and components.
- – Deploy IPAM.
- – Manage IP address spaces by using IPAM.
Module 6: Remote access in Windows Server
This module explains how to plan for remote access in Windows Server and how to implement Web Application Proxy.
Lessons
- – Overview of remote access
- – Implementing the Web Application Proxy
Lab 1: Implementing Web Application Proxy
- – Implementing Web Application Proxy
- – Validating the Web Application Proxy deployment
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Describe remote access.
- – Implement Web Application Proxy.
Module 7: Implementing DirectAccess
This module explains how to implement and manage DirectAccess in Windows Server.
Lessons
- – Overview of DirectAccess
- – Implementing DirectAccess by using the Getting Started Wizard
- – Implementing and managing an advanced DirectAccess infrastructure
Lab 1: Implementing DirectAccess by using the Getting Started Wizard
- – Verifying readiness for a DirectAccess deployment
- – Configuring DirectAccess
- – Validating the DirectAccess deployment
Lab 2: Deploying an advanced DirectAccess solution
- – Preparing the environment for DirectAccess
- – Implementing the advanced DirectAccess infrastructure
- – Validating the DirectAccess deployment
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Explain DirectAccess and how it works.
- – Implement DirectAccess by using the Getting Started Wizard.
- – Implement and manage an advanced DirectAccess infrastructure.
Module 8: Implementing VPNs
This module explains how to implement and manage remote access in Windows Server by using VPNs.
Lessons
- – Planning VPNs
- – Implementing VPNs
Lab 1: Implementing VPN
- – Implementing VPN
- – Validating the VPN deployment
- – Troubleshooting VPN access
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Plan a VPN solution.
- – Implement VPNs.
Module 9: Implementing networking for branch offices
Module 10: Implementing networking for branch offices
This module explains how to implement network services for branch offices.
Lessons
- – Networking features and considerations for branch offices
- – Implementing Distributed File System (DFS) for branch offices
- – Implementing BranchCache for branch offices
Lab 1: Implementing DFS for branch offices
- – Implementing DFS
- – Validating the deployment
Lab 2: Implementing BranchCache
- – Implementing BranchCache
- – Validating the deployment
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Describe the networking features and considerations for branch offices.
- – Implement DFS for branch offices.
- – Implement BranchCache for branch offices.
Module 11: Configuring advanced networking features
Module 12: Configuring advanced networking features
This module explains how to implement an advanced networking infrastructure.
Lessons
- – Overview of high performance networking features
- – Configuring advanced Microsoft Hyper-V networking features
Lab 1: Configuring advanced Hyper-V networking features
- – Creating and using Hyper-V virtual switches
- – Configuring and using the advanced features of a virtual switch
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Describe the high performance networking enhancements in Windows Server.
- – Configure the advanced Microsoft Hyper-V networking features.
Module 13: Implementing Software Defined Networking
This module explains how to implement SDN.
Lessons
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Overview of SDN.
- – Implementing network virtualization
- – Implementing Network Controller
Lab 1: Deploying Network Controller
- – Preparing to deploy Network Controller
- – Deploying Network Controller
Lab 2: Deploying Network Controller
- – Preparing to deploy Network Controller
- – Deploying Network Controller
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- – Describe SDN.
- – Implementing network virtualization.
- – Implementing Network Controller.
55343AC: Networking with Windows Server Course Prerequisites:
- In addition to professional experience, students who attend this training should already have the following technical knowledge:
- Experience working with Windows Server
- Knowledge of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model
- Understanding of core networking infrastructure components and technologies such as cabling, routers and switches
- Familiarity with networking topologies and architectures such as local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs) and wireless networking
- Some basic knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol stack, addressing and name resolution
- Experience with and knowledge of virtualization
- Hands-on experience working with the Windows client operating systems such as Windows 10 or Windows 11
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Q: What is the objective of the Networking with Windows Server training (55343AC)?
A: The objective of this training is to provide IT professionals, network administrators, and individuals responsible for managing and configuring networking infrastructure with the knowledge and skills required to effectively design, implement, and troubleshoot network solutions using Windows Server. The training focuses on various networking concepts, protocols, and technologies in the Windows Server environment.
Q: Who should attend this training?
A: This training is designed for IT professionals, network administrators, and individuals who are responsible for designing, implementing, and managing network solutions using Windows Server. It is suitable for those who have some experience with Windows Server and networking concepts and want to deepen their understanding and practical skills in networking with Windows Server.
Q: What topics are covered in the training?
A: The training covers a wide range of topics related to networking with Windows Server, including:
- Networking fundamentals and TCP/IP protocols
- IPv4 and IPv6 addressing and subnetting
- DNS (Domain Name System) implementation and management
- DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) configuration and management
- Remote access and VPN (Virtual Private Network) implementation
- Network policy implementation with NPS (Network Policy Server)
- DirectAccess and VPN Reconnect technologies
- Network troubleshooting and monitoring tools
Q: What can I expect to learn from this training?
A: By the end of this training, you will have a comprehensive understanding of networking concepts and how to implement and manage network solutions using Windows Server. You will learn how to configure and troubleshoot various networking components such as DNS, DHCP, remote access, VPN, and network policies. Additionally, you will gain insights into network troubleshooting techniques and monitoring tools to ensure the smooth operation of your network infrastructure.
Q: Are there any prerequisites for attending this training?
A: Participants should have a basic understanding of Windows Server operating systems and networking concepts. Familiarity with TCP/IP protocols, IP addressing, and subnetting will be beneficial for maximizing the learning outcomes of this training.
Q: Is there a hands-on component in this training?
A: Yes, this training includes hands-on exercises and lab sessions to provide practical experience in networking with Windows Server. You will have the opportunity to configure networking components, troubleshoot network issues, and implement various network solutions in a simulated environment.
Q: How long is the training?
A: The duration of the training may vary depending on the format and delivery method. Typically, this training spans multiple days, with each day consisting of several hours of instruction, hands-on exercises, and discussions.
Q: Will I receive any course materials or resources?
A: Yes, participants will receive comprehensive course materials, including slides, lab guides, and additional reference materials to support their learning during and after the training.
Q: Is there a certification associated with this training?
A: This training does not include a specific certification. However, it provides valuable knowledge and skills that can contribute to your professional growth and enhance your capabilities in networking with Windows Server.
Q: Can this training be customized for specific organizational needs?
A: Yes, this training can be customized to address specific organizational needs. The training provider or instructor can discuss customization options based on your requirements.
Q: Who delivers the training?
A: The training is delivered by experienced instructors who have expertise in networking and Windows Server. These instructors possess practical knowledge and industry experience, ensuring that the training is relevant and valuable to participants.
Q: Is there any post-training support available?
A: While the training itself provides comprehensive coverage of the subject matter, post-training support may vary depending on the training
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