Infra & Admin10
Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016 (55324AC)
Duration
5 Days
Upcoming Batch
28 December 2026 - 01 January 2027
Batch Options
8 hours & 4 hours
Language
English / Arabic
Course Overview
The Installation, Storage and Compute with Windows Server 2016 (55324AC) course at CounselTrain is designed to equip IT professionals with the essential skills needed for configuring and managing Windows Server 2016 environments. This course provides comprehensive training on installing Windows Server, managing storage solutions, and handling compute resources effectively. Participants will learn to deploy Windows Server 2016, configure storage spaces, manage server roles and features, and utilize Hyper-V for virtualization. The curriculum covers key topics such as configuring high availability, disaster recovery, and implementing advanced storage solutions. Through hands-on labs and practical exercises, learners will gain the expertise required to set up, manage, and optimize Windows Server 2016 environments, ensuring robust and scalable IT infrastructures. By the end of the course, participants will be well-prepared to tackle complex server management tasks and enhance their organization’s IT operations.
Course Content
12 modules · 62 topics01Module 1: Installing, upgrading, and migrating servers and workloads6 topics
- Introducing Windows Server 2016
- Preparing and installing Server Core
- Preparing for upgrades and migrations
- Migrating server roles and workloads
- Windows Server activation models
- Lab 1: Installing and configuring Server Core
02Module 2: Configuring local storage3 topics
- Managing disks in Windows Server
- Managing volumes in Windows Server
- Lab 1: Configuring local storage
03Module 3: Implementing enterprise storage solutions5 topics
- Overview of DAS, NAS, and SANs
- Comparing Fibre Channel, iSCSI, and Fibre Channel over Ethernet
- Understanding iSNS, DCB, and MPIO
- Configuring sharing in Windows Server 2016
- Lab 1: Planning and configuring storage technologies and components
04Module 4: Implementing Storage Spaces and Data Deduplication5 topics
- Implementing Storage Spaces
- Managing Storage Spaces
- Implementing Data Deduplication
- Lab 1: Implementing Storage Spaces
- Lab 2: Implementing Data Deduplication
05Module 5: Installing and configuring Hyper-V and virtual machines7 topics
- Overview of Hyper-V
- Installing Hyper-V
- Configuring storage on Hyper-V host servers
- Configuring networking on Hyper-V host servers
- Configuring Hyper-V virtual machines
- Managing virtual machines
- Lab 1: Installing and configuring Hyper-V
06Module 6: Deploying and managing Windows and Hyper-V containers4 topics
- Overview of containers in Windows Server 2016
- Preparing for containers
- Installing, configuring, and managing containers by using Docker
- Lab 1: Installing and configuring containers
07Module 7: Overview of high availability and disaster recovery5 topics
- Defining levels of availability
- Planning high availability and disaster recovery solutions with Hyper-V virtual machines
- Backing up and restoring by using Windows Server Backup
- High Availability with failover clustering in Windows Server 2016
- Lab 1: Planning and implementing a high availability and disaster recovery solution
08Module 8: Implementing failover clustering7 topics
- Planning a failover cluster
- Creating and configuring a new failover cluster
- Maintaining a failover cluster
- Troubleshooting a failover cluster
- Implementing site high availability with stretch clustering
- Lab 1: Implementing failover clustering
- Lab 2: Managing a failover cluster
09Module 9: Implementing failover clustering with Windows Server 2016 Hyper-V4 topics
- Overview of yhe integration of Hyper-V Server 2016 with failover clustering
- Implementing Hyper-V VMs on failover clusters
- Key features for VMs in a clustered environment
- Lab 1: Implementing failover clustering with Windows Server 2016 Hyper-V
10Module 10: Implementing Network Load Balancing4 topics
- Overview of NLB
- Configuring an NLB cluster
- Planning an NLB implementation
- Lab 1: Implementing NLB
11Module 11: Creating and managing deployment images4 topics
- Introduction to deployment images
- Creating and managing deployment images by using MDT
- Virtual machine environments for different workloads
- Lab 1: Using MDT to deploy Windows Server 2016
12Module 12: Managing, monitoring, and maintaining virtual machine installations8 topics
- WSUS overview and deployment options
- Update management process with WSUS
- Overview of Windows PowerShell DSC
- Overview of Windows Server 2016 monitoring tools
- Using Performance Monitor
- Monitoring event logs
- Lab 1: Implementing WSUS and deploying updates
- Lab 2: Monitoring and troubleshooting Windows Server 2016
Schedule Dates
4 upcoming batchesSession TypePhysical sessions run at our training facility.
| Batch Dates | Duration | Batch Options | Language | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 December 2026 - 01 January 2027 | 5 Days | 8 hours & 4 hours | English / Arabic | |
| 29 March 2027 - 02 April 2027 | 5 Days | 8 hours & 4 hours | English / Arabic | |
| 05 July 2027 - 09 July 2027 | 5 Days | 8 hours & 4 hours | English / Arabic | |
| 11 October 2027 - 15 October 2027 | 5 Days | 8 hours & 4 hours | English / Arabic |
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What are the prerequisites for this course?
Participants should have:
Basic knowledge of Windows Server administration
Familiarity with general server and storage concepts
Experience with networking and virtualization technologies is beneficial
What will I learn from this course?
By the end of the course, participants will:
Be proficient in installing and configuring Windows Server 2016
Understand how to manage and optimize storage solutions
Gain skills in managing compute resources and implementing virtualization
Be prepared to handle high availability and disaster recovery scenarios
How is the course delivered?
The course is delivered through a mix of lectures, hands-on labs, and practical exercises. Participants will receive detailed course materials and resources.
Will I receive a certification upon completion?
Upon completing the course, participants will receive a certificate of completion from CounselTrain. The course prepares participants for Windows Server 2016 certifications and roles but does not include a certification exam.
Can the course be customized for corporate training?
Yes, CounselTrain offers customized training solutions for organizations. Contact our corporate training team for information on tailored programs.
What support is available during the course?
Participants have access to instructors for support and clarification throughout the course, along with extensive course materials and resources.
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