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 system responsibilities
Installation and Configuration of MECM
- Pre-installation requirements and planning
- Setting up the primary site and SQL Server
- Defining boundaries and establishing discovery methods
Administration of Devices and Users
- Client installation processes and issue resolution
- Management of device and user collections
- Client health monitoring and lifecycle oversight
Application and Package Distribution
- Development and rollout of applications
- Utilization of task sequences and deployment categories
- Tracking the status of application deployments
Operating System Deployment (OSD)
- Setup of boot images and task sequences
- Distribution of Windows images to endpoint devices
- Capture of reference images
Software Updates and Compliance Management
- Integration with WSUS
- Creation and distribution of update groups
- Implementation of compliance settings and baselines
Inventory and Reporting Mechanisms
- Hardware and software inventory tracking
- Utilization of native reports and dashboards
- Advanced reporting using SQL and SSRS
Integration and Co-Management Strategies
- Linking MECM with Microsoft Intune
- Activation of co-management scenarios
- Migration of workloads to cloud environments
Conclusion and Future Directions
- Best practices for continuous management
- Effective troubleshooting techniques and resources
- Pursuit of additional certifications and career paths
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of networking, Windows Server, and Active Directory
- Working familiarity with Windows client operating systems
- Prior experience in IT administration and device management
Target Audience
- IT administrators overseeing enterprise desktops and endpoints
- System Center experts seeking to transition to 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.