Integrating Mac OS X in the Enterprise
COURSE TYPE
Practitioner
Course Number
947
Duration
4 Days
As organizations increasingly manage both Mac and Windows platforms, system administrators must also proactively adapt to changing needs and requirements of complex systems. In this training course, you learn how to install and configure Mac OS X desktops and servers for seamless integration across the enterprise, and gain the skills to seamlessly integrate mobile applications for Mac and Windows.
You Will Learn How To
- Seamlessly integrate mobile applications for Mac and Windows
- Deploy, configure, and administer Mac OS X in the enterprise
- Navigate file systems, install applications, and run virtual machines
- Integrate LDAP services, including Active Directory (AD) and Open Directory (OD)
- Maintain enterprise integrity across Mac and Windows platforms
Important Course Information
Requirements:
- Knowledge at the level of:
- Course 450, Introduction to Networking
Recommended Experience:
- Working knowledge of Windows Server 2012
Software:
- You will work on Mac hardware with a Maverick client and server, as well as VMs hosting Windows 7 and Windows Server
Course Outline
- Mac OS X Overview
- Installing OS X
- Configuring OS X clients and servers
- Establishing requirements for interoperability
- Setting the stage for the enterprise
- Navigating the Mac User Interface
Server operating system features
- File Sharing Services
- Client Management
- Networking Services
- Directory Services
Administering the file system
- Managing the file system with Finder
- Uncovering the underlying UNIX file system
- Manipulating advanced file system attributes
Installing Mac applications
- Examining installation methodologies
- Monitoring application health
- Comparing Mac and Windows application architectures
Running Windows on the Mac platform
- Virtualizing OS installations with Vmware
- Booting Windows natively with Bootcamp
- Managing OS X Network Integration
Setting network preferences
- Establishing appropriate protocols for communication
- Activating network devices: Ethernet, AirPort
- Modifying preferences for Internet & Wireless
User account administration
- Adding and managing users
- Defining security settings for user accounts
- Preparing users for directory integration
Creating OS X and Windows workgroups
- Sharing files between Macs
- Setting permissions on file system objects
- Connecting Macs with SMB and AFP protocols
- Introducing SMB for PC connectivity
Sharing system resources
- Printer sharing
- Screen sharing
- Web sharing
- FTP
- Remote Desktop sharing
- Building Centralized Directory Services
Integrating OS X into Active Directory (AD)
- Implementing LDAP services: AD and Open Directory
- Configuring AD for Mac integration
- Introducing iOS devices into the enterprise
Configuring directory services on an OS X client
- Leveraging Directory Utility for enterprise access
- Activating AD plug-in and Open Directory components
Managing OS X clients with Open Directory (OD)
- Centralizing administration with a Mac server
- Working with the Server Admin and Workgroup Manager
- Integrating Mac OS X and Windows
Administering network resources and clients
- Building AD Users with the (ADUC) tool
- Integrating directory services with Workgroup Manager
Managing Mac desktop preferences
- Establishing distribution group architectures
- Pushing preferences with Profile Manager
Creating directory redundancy
- Replicating the Open Directory
- Specifying Master/Replica configuration
Accessing desktops remotely
- Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection
- Apple Remote Desktop
- Maintaining Enterprise Services
Building enterprise DNS for AD and OD
- Establishing the primary DNS architecture
- Resolving DNS names across platforms
Synchronizing time services
- Aligning time services for authentication
- Configuring W32Time and SNTP
Authenticating users with Kerberos
- Establishing Kerberos authentication paths
- Investigating Kerberized applications
Ensuring enterprise integrity
- Leveraging Disk Utility for backups and imaging
- Centralizing backups to a server
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Tuition
Standard
Government
In Classroom or
Online
Standard
$2990
Government
$2659
Private Team Training
Course Tuition Includes:
Training Hours
Standard Course Hours: 9:00 am – 4:30 pm
*Informal discussion with instructor about your projects or areas of special interest: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
FREE Online Course Exam (if applicable) – Last Day: 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
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- Bring proof of your progress back to your organization
- Earn credits toward industry certifications (if applicable)
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