Duration
4 Days
24 CPD hours
This course is intended for
This course is for network and system administrators, IT managers, IT support
personnel, and other network operations staff who are responsible for deploying
new computers across their organizations, managing ongoing software and hardware
configuration tasks for computers, and retiring outdated computers.
Overview
By the completion of this course, you will be able to:
Install and configure Ghost Solution Suite 3.0.
Use the Ghost Console to create and use jobs and tasks to manage computes.
Configure image deployments.
Manage ?unknown? and predefined computers.
Perform disk wipes and create disk partitions.
Create Windows scripted OS installations.
Create PC transplant templates.
Capture a computer personality, and deploy personality packages.
Perform a computer migration from Win 7 to Win 8.1.
This course is designed for the professional tasked with installing,
configuring, and managing a Deployment Solution system.
OVERVIEW OF ENDPOINT LIFECYCLE MANAGEMENT
* Introduction to Endpoint Lifecycle Management
Phases of Endpoint Lifecycle Management
ELM Business Objectives and Goals
ELM Solution Mapping to Business Objectives
Ghost Solution Suite 3.0 Product Overview
IMPLEMENTATION ASSESSMENT
* ELM Requirements Gathering
Solution Analysis of ELM Requirements
IMPLEMENTATION DESIGN
* GSS 3.0 Technical Overview
Installation Options and Prerequisites
Defining the Solution Infrastructure
Defining the ELM Solution Configuration
INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION OF THE ELM SOLUTION
* Base Software Installation
Navigating the Console
Core & Solution Configuration
Driver Management
Pre-boot Environment
ENDPOINT IDENTIFICATION & GATHERING
* IT Requirements Overview
Analyzing and Defining IT Requirements
Using ELM to Forecast IT Requirements
ENDPOINT CONFIGURATION STANDARDS
* Endpoint Standards Overview
Defining Endpoint Standards
Implementation of Endpoint Standards
ENDPOINT PROVISIONING
* Endpoint Provisioning Overview
Standard Build and Image Methodology
Software Compatibility Analysis
Software Packaging requirements for use in the ELM Solution
Software Quality Assurance Methodology
ENDPOINT DEPLOYMENT & STAGING
* Endpoint Lifecycle Automation
Endpoint Lifecycle Automation Scenario Exercise
Backup and restore
Automating the backup of a computer image
Scripted OS Installation
Capturing an image for deployment
Automating the creation of a master image
Automating the deployment of computer images
SOFTWARE DISTRIBUTION
* Software Delivery Methods
Software Installation Methods
Understanding Software Delivery
Reporting and Analysis of Software Distribution Tasks
IMAGE AND BUILD MAINTENANCE
* Image maintenance overview
Restoring a computer image
Capturing the updated image
Updating Jobs
MANAGING SOFTWARE UPGRADES
* Software Upgrade Process Overview
Distribution of Software Updates
SUPPORTING THE BUSINESS
* Ensuring Business Continuity in an ELM System
Endpoint Restoration/Recovery
Managing Service Support Activities
Endpoint Monitoring & Alerting
Endpoint Configuration & Maintenance
Automating Problem Resolution
Application Self-Healing
Desired State Management
HARDWARE REFRESH & MIGRATION
* Hardware Refresh & Migration Process Overview
Personality Capture and Restore
Gathering Current State Inventory for Requirements and Planning Activities
Performing Data capture and storage activities
Gathering User state or PC personality information
Automating the Migration Process
ENDPOINT RETIREMENT/DISPOSAL
* Ensuring Compliant Disposal Methods and Procedures
END TO END ENDPOINT LIFECYCLE USE CASE
* Endpoint Management Lifecycle Use Case for GSS
ADDITIONAL COURSE DETAILS:
Nexus Humans Symantec Ghost Solution Suite 3.0 - Administration training program
is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and
masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.
This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on
labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify
fundamental concepts.
Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical
skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm
of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course
ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.
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Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available
both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at
your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.