CWS-221: Citrix App Layering Deployment and Administration
Duration : 2 Days (16 Hours)
CWS-221: Citrix App Layering Deployment and Administration Course Overview:
The CWS-221: Citrix App Layering Deployment and Administration course is tailored for experienced IT professionals. It equips participants with the skills to create and merge App Layers to optimize the management of app and desktop images in conjunction with Citrix Machine Creation Services (MCS) and Citrix Provisioning. By the course’s conclusion, participants will have a firm grasp of managing supplementary solutions and features within their Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop or Citrix DaaS setup. The course specifically covers Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 1912 LTSR and Citrix App Layering 2003.
Learning Objectives
- Create, administer, and manage App Layering OS, platform, application, elastic, and user layers.
- Integrate Citrix App Layering into a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops or Citrix DaaS deployment that uses Machine Creation Services (MCS) or Citrix Provisioning.
Module 1: Introduction to Citrix App Layering
- App Layering Introduction
- Citrix App Layering Benefits
- Layer Introductions
Module 2: Planning – Citrix App Layering Architecture
- Architecture and Technical Overview
- The Enterprise Layer Manager (ELM) Server
- The Process to Create a VM Using App Layering
- The Layered Image Boot Process Flow
- The Citrix App Layering Management Console
- App Layering Connectors
Module 3: Planning – OS Layers
- Create an OS Layer
- How Many OS Layers?
- OS Layer Considerations
- OS Layer Benefits
Module 4: Planning – Platform Layers
- Create a Platform Layer
- How Many Platform Layers?
- Platform Layer Considerations
- Platform Layer Types
Module 5: Planning – App Layers
- Create an App Layer
- How Many App Layers?
- App Layer Considerations
- App Layer Benefits
- How to Update a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Catalog Using Citrix App Layering?
Module 6: Planning – Elastic App Layers and User Layers
- Elastic App Layering
- Elastic App Layer Use Case
- How Many Elastic Layers?
- Elastic Layer Considerations
- What are User Layers?
- User Layer Requirements
- User Layer Considerations
- User Layer Locations
- User Layer Storage Location Considerations
Module 7: Planning – Using Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops with App Layering
- Create a Template
- Template Considerations
- Layers Review
- Scenario Walk Through Example to Use App Layering to Plan out Images
- Prepare the Layered Image for MCS
- Use App Layering with MCS
Module 8: Planning – Layer Priority and Maintaining an App Layering Environment
- Layer Priority
- Layer Priority Function
- How to Update Layers
- Layer Update Considerations
- Coordinate and Manage the ELM Server
- ELM Server Backup Considerations
- ELM Multi-Location
- Backups for Layers
- ELM Server Update Considerations
- Layering Anti-Virus
- Layering Microsoft Office
- App Layering Recipes, Documentation and Labs
Module 9: Building an App Layering Environment (On-Demand Only)
- Installing and Configuring the ELM Server
- Preparing a Windows Server OS Image
- Creating an OS Layer
- Creating a Platform Layer
- Installing Citrix VDA and Joining Domain
- Creating an App Layer
- Creating an Elastic App Layer
- Configuring a User Layer Repository
- Creating an Image Template
- Creating a Machine Catalog
- Creating a Delivery Group
- Launching the Published Resources
- Exploring Layer Priority and Maintaining an App Layering Environment
CWS-221: Citrix App Layering Deployment and Administration Course Prerequisites:
Strong foundational knowledge of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 or Citrix DaaS.
Q: What is CWS-221: Citrix App Layering Deployment and Administration training?
A: CWS-221 is a training program offered by Citrix that focuses on the deployment and administration of Citrix App Layering. The training equips administrators with the knowledge and skills to effectively deploy, configure, and manage application layers in virtual environments.
Q: Who should attend this training?
A: CWS-221 training is designed for IT professionals, administrators, and consultants who are responsible for deploying and managing application layers using Citrix App Layering. It is suitable for individuals who have a basic understanding of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops concepts and want to enhance their skills in managing application layers.
Q: What are the prerequisites for attending this training?
A: To make the most of CWS-221 training, participants should have a basic understanding of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops concepts and administration. Familiarity with Windows Server and Active Directory administration is also beneficial.
Q: What topics are covered in CWS-221 training?
A: The training covers a range of topics related to the deployment and administration of Citrix App Layering, including:
- Introduction to Citrix App Layering architecture
- Installing and configuring Citrix App Layering components
- Creating and managing application layers
- Layering desktop and server images
- Integrating app layers with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Packaging and deploying applications using App Layering
- Troubleshooting and maintaining Citrix App Layering environments
Q: What resources are provided during the training?
A: Participants of CWS-221 training receive comprehensive course materials, including a student workbook and access to the Citrix training lab environment. The lab environment allows participants to gain hands-on experience with deploying and managing application layers using Citrix App Layering.
Q: Is there an exam associated with this training?
A: No, there is no exam associated with the CWS-221 training course. The training is focused on providing practical knowledge and skills for deploying and administering application layers using Citrix App Layering.
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