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Small Business Server

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Designing, Deploying and Managing a Network Solution for the
Small and Medium-sized Business (MOC 2395)

Course length:

4 days

Who should do the Small Business Server course?

This course is aimed at employees with designated responsibility for ICT and networking within small to medium sized businesses (between one and 250 employees). It has been designed to offer suitable preparation for the Microsoft Certified Professional Exam 70-282: Designing, Deploying, and Managing a Network Solution for a Small and Medium-Sized Business.

Where does the Small Business Server training take place?

For the four days, students will be based at Manchester New Technology Institute (MNTI), situated within Manchester 's exciting new business development at Central Park . Through its innovative partnerships, this specialist centre harnesses the skills, experience and expertise of leaders in education, business and information technology to radically improve skills development in high technology fields. The ICT training suites at this centre are fully equipped with £1.36m of the most up to date equipment and software available. Facilities include programming and business information technology suites matched to commercial systems, three CISCO labs, wireless networking capabilities and Microsoft teaching suites.

The lead partners in Manchester NTI are MANCAT and Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU). Other partners include Manchester Enterprises, Manchester Science Enterprise Centre (MSEC), Manchester University , Salford University and other higher education institutes throughout the region. In addition, it is supported by both local and multinational employers.

What will delegates be able to do after completing this course?

Design a networking solution for a small or medium-sized business, based on a given scenario
Install or upgrade to Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003
Configure Windows Small Business Server 2003 by completing the tasks on the
To Do List
Manage messaging and collaboration in Windows Small Business Server 2003
Manage and monitor Windows Small Business Server 2003
Install or upgrade to Microsoft Windows ServerT 2003, Standard Edition
Configure Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition
Secure a Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition network
Manage Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition
Expand a Windows Small Business Server 2003 network

How much will it cost?

For a limited promotional period we are able to offer this course at the highly competitive rate of £450. This price includes a student kit, comprising a comprehensive workbook and other necessary materials for this class.

Please see the table below for price comparisons with other training providers.

Training provider Cost of course
Manchester NTI £450
System Information Technology £795
Interquad £995
MTC Training £985
F1 £1050
Learning Tree International £1075

Prices taken from company websites. Correct at time of going to print. Comparison based on like for like qualifications. Delivery modes may vary.

What are the entry requirements?

Potential candidates for this course should have A+ and Net+ certification and a working knowledge of:

Sharing folders
Stopping and starting services
Working with the Microsoft Management Console (MMC)
Creating and managing user accounts
Assigning permissions
The purpose and some of the implementations of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol
(TCP/IP) services such as Domain Name System (DNS) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DCHP)
Active Directory directory service
Group Policy Objects (GPOs)

Microsoft Small Business Server

Designing, Deploying and Managing a Network Solution for the Medium-sized Business (MOC 2395)

Course Outline

Module 1: Designing a Business Network Solution

Topics include:

Multimedia: Overview of a Windows Small Business Server Network
Performing a Needs Assessment
Selecting a Network Solution
Developing an Implementation Plan

Module 2: Installing and Upgrading to Windows Small Business Server 2003

Topics include:

Installing Windows Small Business Server 2003
Upgrading to Windows Small Business Server 2003
Securing Windows Small Business Server 2003

Module 3: Configuring Small Business Server 2003 by Completing the To-Do List

Topics include:

Overview of the To-Do List
Connecting to the Internet
Configuring Remote Access
Activating Your Server and Adding Client Licenses
Adding a Printer and Configuring a Fax
Adding Users and Computers

Module 4: Managing Messaging and Collaboration in Small Business Server 2003

Topics include:

Managing Messaging in Windows Small Business Server 2003
Configuring Outlook Web Access
Configuring Windows SharePoint Services

Module 5: Managing and Monitoring Windows Small Business Server 2003

Topics include:

Managing Client Computers
Managing Users and Groups
Managing Remote Web Workplace
Configuring Monitoring and Alerts
Protecting Against Data Loss
Identifying Troubleshooting Tools

Module 6: Installing or Upgrading to Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition

Topics include:

Installing Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition
Upgrading to Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition

Module 7: Configuring Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition

Topics include:

Configuring File and Print Servers
Promoting a Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition to a Domain Controller
Creating and Configuring User Accounts, Groups, and Computer Accounts
Installing and Configuring the POP3 Service and the SMTP Service

Module 8: Securing a Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition Network

Topics include:

Configuring Internet Access by Using NAT
Multimedia: Overview of Remote Access
Configuring a VPN Connection
Securing Internet Access
Multimedia: Overview of IPSec
Issues to Consider When Securing File, Folder, and Printer Objects
Providing Virus Protection

Module 9: Managing Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition

Topics include:

Delegating Administration
Managing User Environments with Group Policy Objects
Monitoring Server and Client Computer Performance
Managing Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition from a Remote Location
Protecting Against Data Loss