Microsoft 2276 Training 70-291
Implementing a MS Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA):
Windows Server 2003 M2276 70-291
Course Title: Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
Course Code: M2276
Version: C
Level: 100
Duration: 2 Days
Course Overview
The Implementing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts M2276 Microsoft training course has been designed to provide delegates with the skills and knowledge necessary to configure a Windows-based computer to operate in a Microsoft Windows® Server 2003 networking infrastructure.Target Audience
Candidates who should consider attending the M2276 Microsoft training course are Systems Administrators who work within medium and large organisations.Course Objectives
On successfully completing the M2276 course candidates will be able to:- Describe the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) protocol architecture
- Convert Internet Protocol (IP) addresses between decimal and binary
- Calculate a subnet mask
- Create subnets using Variable-Length Subnet Mask (VLSM) and Classless Inter-Domain Routing (CIDR)
- Configure a host to use a static IP address
- Assign IP addresses in a multiple subnet network
- Describe the IP routing process
- Configure a host to obtain an IP address automatically
- Configure a host so that automatic private IP address configuration is disabled
- Configure a host to use name servers
- Isolate common connectivity issues
Course Prerequisites
Candidates attending the M2276 Microsoft training course should hold a valid A+ certification or the equivalent skills and knowledge. Candidates should have also previously completed M2274, Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment, or possess the equivalent skills and knowledge.Testing and Certification
The M2276 Microsoft training course, along with M2277, is the recommended preparation for the 70-291 - Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure exam.Course Content
Module 1: Reviewing the Suite of TCP/IP ProtocolsIn this module candidates will learn about the suite of TCP/IP protocols, the function of each of the protocols and how the protocols relate to each other, giving candidates the context for understanding network administration tasks and network troubleshooting.
Lessons
- Overview of the OSI Model
- Overview of the TCP/IP Protocol Suite
- Viewing Frames Using Network Monitor
- Describe the architecture of the OSI reference model and the function of each layer
- Describe the four layers of the TCP/IP protocol suite
- Capture and view frames by using Network Monitor
Module 2: Assigning IP Addresses in a Multiple Subnet Network
In this module candidates will learn how to construct and assign IP addresses and how to isolate addressing issues associated with the IP routing process.
Lessons
- Configuring IP Addressing for Simple Networks
- Configuring IP Addressing for Complex Networks
- Using IP Routing Tables
- Overcoming Limitations of the IP Addressing Scheme
- Defining the Subnet Mask for a WAN
- Defining the Subnet Mask for Supernetting Four Class C Networks
- Explain how to configure IP addressing for simple TCP/IP networks
- Explain how to configure IP addressing for complex TCP/IP networks
- Describe routing protocols and how they are used
- Overcome limitations that are caused by class-based routing
Module 3: Configuring a Client IP Address
In this module candidates will learn how to configure an IP address for a client computer running Microsoft Windows Server 2003.
Lessons
- Configuring a Client to Use a Static IP Address
- Configuring a Client to Obtain an IP Address Automatically
- Using Alternate Configuration
- Viewing DHCP Packets
- Configure a client to use a static IP address
- Configure a client to obtain an IP address automatically by using DHCP
- Configure a client to obtain an IP address automatically by using Alternate Configuration
Module 4: Configuring a Client for Name Resolution
In this module candidates will learn about the various types of name resolution mechanisms provided by the Windows operating systems and how to use and configure them for clients on a network.
Lessons
- Overview of Name Resolution
- Resolving Host Names
- Resolving NetBIOS Names
- Viewing DNS Packets
- Describe how name resolution occurs
- Describe how host names are used and resolved
- Describe how NetBIOS names are used and resolved
Module 5: Isolating Common Connectivity Issues
In this module candidates will learn how to isolate common connectivity issues and describes how to use utilities as part of this process.
Lessons
- Analysing Client Startup Communication
- Determining the Causes of Connectivity Issues
- Using Network Utilities and Tools to Isolate Connectivity Issues
- Documenting Your Current Environment
- Resolving Connectivity Issues
- Determine the causes of connectivity issues
- Describe utilities and tools to resolve connectivity issues
- Describe the client startup communication process
