Introduction to Microsoft Configuration Manager
Course Outline
In this Configuration Manager training course, you learn the skills for managing enterprises with Configuration Manager to keep your Windows systems up-to-date, healthy, and secure with Microsoft's state-of-the-art answer to enterprise Windows systems management.
Introduction to Microsoft Configuration Manager Benefits
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In this course, you will learn how to:
- Install and configure ConfigMgr sites.
- Deploy and troubleshoot ConfigMgr clients, operating systems, applications, and security updates.
- Support and administer users and devices.
- Collect and report inventory data.
- Configure and remediate compliance settings.
- Implement cloud-based features.
- Perform maintenance and troubleshooting.
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Prerequisites
You should understand network administration, Microsoft Entra, server roles, and file system security.
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Exam Information
Optional Learning Tree Exam provided after the course.
Microsoft Configuration Manager Instructor-Led Course Outline
Module 1: Examining the features and requirements
In this Module, you will learn about:
- Application management
- Software updates
- Operating system deployment
- Asset management
Module 2: Installing and Migrating to ConfigMgr
In this Module, you will learn about:
- Setting up a primary site
- Running the prerequisite checker
- Preparing SQL Server for connectivity
- Executing the installation wizard
Module 3: Deploying ConfigMgr Clients
In this Module, you will learn about:
Evaluating client requirements and discovery methods
- Prerequisites
- Supported operating systems
- Microsoft Entra discovery
- Network discovery
- Heartbeat discovery
Deploying and troubleshooting client installation
- Choosing a client installation method
- Examining client installation logs
- Evaluating resultant client settings
Supporting and administering mobile devices
- On premises Mobile Device Management vs. Cloud-Based (InTune)
Module 4: Identifying Primary Sites and Site Hierarchies
In this Module, you will learn about:
Leveraging a Central Administration Site (CAS)
- Assessing the need for a CAS
- Managing sites vs. clients
Planning a site infrastructure
- Designing primary and secondary sites
Module 5: Building Reports and Configuring Inventory
In this Module, you will learn about:
Implementing SQL Reporting Services
- Viewing and analyzing reports
- Creating a Reporting Services role
Customizing and troubleshooting inventory
- Preparing inventory with WMI
- Adding file types to inventory
- Customizing inventory
Module 6: Managing Collections and Running Queries
In this Module, you will learn about:
Employing role-based administration
- Applying security with roles and scopes
- Assigning administrative roles
Working with collections and queries
- Creating collection includes and excludes
- Building collections from queries
- Using CMPivot
Module 7: Application Management
In this Module, you will learn about:
Preparing a site for application management
- Configuring the software
- Exploring how to build applications
Creating packages and programs
- Deploying to device collections
- Determining when to use packages and programs
Application and software distribution
- Installing and uninstalling applications
- Setting up global conditions and dependencies
Module 8: Deploying Software Updates and Operating Systems
In this Module, you will learn about:
Installing and monitoring software updates
- Configuring WSUS and creating the software update point
- Assembling update groups
- Deploying updates
Managing operating system deployments
- Building task sequences
- Upgrading a Windows OS
- Leveraging Enablement Packages
Exploring Cloud-Based Features and Endpoint Protection
- Examining Microsoft InTune
- Understanding Autpilot
- Exploring the Cloud Management Gateway
- Leveraging Endpoint Protection
Module 9: Implementing Compliance and Using Remote Tools
In this Module, you will learn about:
Understanding compliance
- Addressing regulatory compliance
- Creating Configuration Items and Configuration Baselines
- Enabling automatic remediation
Performing Remote Administration
- Exploring remote support options
- Using Remote Tools
Enhancing ConfigMgr Administration
- Maintaining and troubleshooting sites
- Backing up and restoring sites
- Using troubleshooting tools
- choosing a selection results in a full page refresh