Course Outline
Introduction to Hyper-V
- Defining virtualization and exploring its benefits
- Virtualization categories: Hardware, Software, Desktop, and Network
- Benchmarking Hyper-V against other platforms such as VMware and VirtualBox
Configuring Hyper-V
- Reviewing system prerequisites for Hyper-V
- Installing Hyper-V on Windows Server and Windows 10/11
- Activating the Hyper-V role via Server Manager and PowerShell
- Initial setup and configuration of Hyper-V Manager
Virtual Machine (VM) Creation and Management
- Provisioning new virtual machines
- Adjusting VM configurations
- Distinguishing between Generation 1 and Generation 2 VMs
VM Storage Administration
- Examining virtual hard disk formats (VHD, VHDX)
- Creating and connecting virtual hard disks
- Handling storage types: Dynamic versus Fixed-size disks
Hyper-V Networking
- Analyzing Hyper-V virtual switches
- Setting up virtual network adapters
- Working with VLANs and Hyper-V Network Virtualization
- Establishing multiple VMs with varied configurations
- Tuning VM storage and network settings
Hyper-V Integration Services
- Comprehending the role of Integration Services
- Installing and maintaining Integration Services updates
- Realizing the advantages and features provided by Integration Services
Checkpoints and VM Snapshots
- Managing the creation of checkpoints
- Identifying different checkpoint types
- Adopting best practices for checkpoint usage
Hyper-V Replica and Live Migration
- Configuring and activating Hyper-V Replica
- Grasping Live Migration and Shared Nothing Live Migration
- Executing and setting up Live Migration workflows
- Deploying checkpoints and replication strategies
- Carrying out Live Migration of virtual machines
Hyper-V Management Utilities
- Surveying Hyper-V Manager, Failover Cluster Manager, and System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM)
- Administering Hyper-V using PowerShell
- Performing remote management tasks for Hyper-V
Backup and Recovery
- Developing backup strategies for Hyper-V
- Configuring and deploying Windows Server Backup
- Integrating Hyper-V with external backup solutions
Fortifying Hyper-V
- Applying best practices for Hyper-V environment security
- Understanding Shielded VMs and the Host Guardian Service
- Setting up security parameters for VMs and the Hyper-V host
- Leveraging management tools and PowerShell for administration
- Enforcing security protocols for VMs and hosts
Performance Monitoring and Optimization
- Utilizing tools to track Hyper-V performance
- Enhancing virtual machine performance
- Resolving typical performance challenges
Recap and Future Directions
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of networking concepts
- Basic comprehension of virtualization technologies
Target Audience
- System Administrators
- IT Managers
- Network Administrators
- IT Professionals
Testimonials (4)
basic understanding of container/kubernetes and how they interact features of the openshift plattform
Eric Scholze - NOW IT GmbH
Course - Introduction to Containers, Kubernetes & OpenShift
About the microservices and how to maintenance kubernetes
Yufri Isnaini Rochmat Maulana - Bank Indonesia
Course - Advanced Platform Engineering: Scaling with Microservices and Kubernetes
How trainer deliver knowledge so effectively
Vu Thoai Le - Reply Polska sp. z o. o.
Course - Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) - exam preparation
The knowledge and the patience from the trainer to answer to our questions.
