Course Outline
Introduction to Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
- Overview of MECM and its constituent parts
- Position within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager ecosystem
- System architecture and site server functions
Installation and Configuration of MECM
- Preconditions and planning for setup
- Installation of primary site and SQL Server
- Setting up boundaries and discovery techniques
Device and User Administration
- Client setup and issue resolution
- Managing device collections and user groups
- Client health monitoring and lifecycle administration
Distribution of Applications and Packages
- Creation and distribution of applications
- Utilizing task sequences and deployment strategies
- Tracking application distribution progress
Operating System Deployment (OSD)
- Configuration of boot images and task sequences
- Distribution of Windows images to client machines
- Capturing reference images
Software Updates and Compliance
- Integration with WSUS
- Formation and distribution of update groups
- Compliance rules and baselines
Inventory and Reporting
- Hardware and software asset tracking
- Utilizing native reports and dashboards
- Custom reporting via SQL and SSRS
Integration and Co-Management
- Linking MECM with Microsoft Intune
- Activation of co-management workflows
- Migration of workloads to the cloud
Summary and Future Directions
- Best practices for continuous management
- Troubleshooting strategies and utilities
- Investigating advanced certifications and learning trajectories
Requirements
- Fundamental knowledge of networking, Windows Server, and Active Directory
- Acknowledgment of Windows client operating systems
- Practical experience in IT administration and device oversight
Target Audience
- IT administrators responsible for enterprise desktops and devices
- System center experts moving towards Microsoft Endpoint Manager
- Support teams handling OS deployment and compliance configurations
Testimonials (4)
Expertise of the trainer
Ivan Micetic - Sparkle S.p.a.
Course - Foreman and Katello
The details that Konrad explained.
Sander - Cobbler
Course - Configuration Management with SaltStack
Good hands on lab and training guide
Raymond - GOVERNMENT TECHNOLOGY AGENCY
Course - Introduction to Ansible Automation
Dr. Kelly was great and demonstrated several useful tips. I particularly appreciated how he was willing to field our questions and problem solve on-the-fly.
