Course Outline
Introduction to Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
- Overview of MECM and its constituent components
- Positioning within the Microsoft Endpoint Manager ecosystem
- Architectural design and site system responsibilities
Installation and Configuration of MECM
- Reviewing prerequisites and planning the setup
- Setting up the primary site and SQL Server
- Defining boundaries and configuring discovery methods
Device and User Management
- Installing clients and troubleshooting common issues
- Creating and managing device and user collections
- Monitoring client health and managing lifecycle
Application and Package Deployment
- Creating and deploying application packages
- Utilizing task sequences and selecting deployment types
- Tracking and monitoring application deployments
Operating System Deployment (OSD)
- Setting up boot images and task sequences
- Distributing Windows images to client devices
- Capturing and managing reference images
Software Updates and Compliance Management
- Integrating with WSUS infrastructure
- Building and distributing update groups
- Implementing compliance settings and baselines
Inventory and Reporting Capabilities
- Collecting hardware and software inventory data
- Leveraging built-in reports and dashboards
- Generating custom reports using SQL and SSRS
Integration and Co-Management Strategies
- Establishing connections between MECM and Microsoft Intune
- Activating co-management workflows
- Migrating workloads to cloud-based environments
Conclusion and Future Directions
- Adopting best practices for sustained management
- Applying troubleshooting tips and utilizing diagnostic tools
- Identifying paths for further certification and professional development
Requirements
- Foundational knowledge of networking, Windows Server, and Active Directory
- Proficiency with Windows client operating systems
- Practical experience in IT administration and device management
Target Audience
- IT administrators responsible for managing enterprise desktops and devices
- System Center specialists transitioning 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.
