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Course Outline

Introduction to Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager

  • Snapshot of MECM and its key components
  • Position within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager ecosystem
  • Architectural design and site system responsibilities

Installing and Configuring MECM

  • Prerequisites and strategic setup planning
  • Installation of the primary site and SQL Server
  • Setting up boundaries and discovery methods

Managing Devices and Users

  • Client installation and issue resolution
  • Formation of device and user collections
  • Client health monitoring and lifecycle oversight

Deploying Applications and Packages

  • Development and distribution of applications
  • Application of task sequences and deployment types
  • Monitoring of application deployment processes

Operating System Deployment (OSD)

  • Configuration of boot images and task sequences
  • Distribution of Windows images to client devices
  • Creation of reference images

Software Updates and Compliance

  • Integration with WSUS
  • Formation and distribution of update groups
  • Establishment of compliance settings and baselines

Inventory and Reporting

  • Tracking of hardware and software inventory
  • Utilization of built-in reports and dashboards
  • Advanced reporting via SQL and SSRS

Integration and Co-Management

  • Linking MECM with Microsoft Intune
  • Activation of co-management scenarios
  • Migration of workloads to the cloud

Summary and Next Steps

  • Best practices for sustained management
  • Troubleshooting techniques and tools
  • Exploration of further certifications and learning paths

Requirements

  • Fundamental knowledge of networking, Windows Server, and Active Directory
  • Proficiency with Windows client operating systems
  • Background in IT administration and device management

Target Audience

  • IT administrators overseeing enterprise desktops and devices
  • System Center specialists moving towards Microsoft Endpoint Manager
  • Support teams handling OS deployment and compliance configurations
 28 Hours

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