Citrix Package

Discover how to design, build and manage a Citrix remote desktop environment with the Citrix package. This three part course takes students through every aspect of administering Citrix systems using the XenApp and XenDesktop tools.

The Citrix package is an incredibly cost-effective option for administrators and engineers, providing access to three key courses:

• Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) for Citrix XenApp 7.
• Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) Citrix XenDesktop 7.5 Administration.
• Citrix Certified Administrator (CCA) Citrix XenServer 6.2 Administration.

This comprehensive package is the perfect choice for:

• Systems administrators who are responsible for managing a Citrix hosted desktop environment and who need to sharpen their skills.
• Engineers who are designing and deploying a Citrix hosted desktop environment.
• Support and maintenance engineers who need to better understand Citrix technologies.
• IT professionals looking to up-skill and make the move into Citrix server management.
• Employees looking to obtain a vendor certification that verifies their Citrix administration skills.

Using instructor led videos top take students through the course modules, the Citrix package is delivered online, making contents available for study anyplace anytime. Participants can test their knowledge and understanding of each module as they progress using flash cards and educational games. End of unit tests and quizzes ensure that each concept and technique is properly understood before moving on to the next module. Each of the three component courses concludes with a comprehensive mock exam to help learners assess their readiness for the Citrix Certified Administrator exams.

By the time students have completed all three courses, they will have an in-depth understanding of the techniques and tools used to effectively manage a Citrix hosted desktop environment.

Key Learning Points

The Citrix Package will familiarise delegates with the most common technologies Citrix technologies before taking them through the advanced techniques involved in efficiently managing Citrix servers.

The first course included in the package – Citrix Certified Administrator for Citrix XenApp 7 – teaches students about the core of the Citrix environment:

• Troubleshooting the Citrix environment and resolving errors.
• Enabling and securing web access to published applications and content delivering only the tools users need to be productive.
• Deploying printers for use by remote desktop users.
• Managing performance and load to ensure a consistent user experience and to reduce resource bottlenecks.
• Configuring XenApp policies and sessions to protect applications and data from unauthorised access.
• The process of installing and licensing XenApp.
• Understanding the Citrix Architecture and how it is best deployed in an enterprise environment.

Students are then introduced to the XenDesktop 7.5 administration suite, learning about:

• How to install and configure Synchronizer for XenClient, and better manage virtual machines.
• Designing the XenClient infrastructure to meet specific business goals.
• Building a desktop image that can be streamed to virtual and physical target devices.
• Install and configure provisioning services to assist with desktop image creation.
• Monitor site activity and troubleshoot issues with Desktop Director.
• Restrict or allow certain XenDesktop features using policies, so that users only have access to the applications they need.
• Modify a desktop image in situ without impacting user productivity.
• Simplify the management of virtual desktops as a single entity by creating a desktop catalogue.
• Build and configure a production XenDesktop site for deployment in a corporate network.
• Configure a XenServer host to stream hosted desktops.
• Build a test XenDesktop environment on which to practice upgrades and deployments.
• How to determine the best Flexcast delivery model for each user group.

The final course included in the package – Citrix Certified Administrator Citrix XenServer 5.0 Administration – then introduces students to using the latest version of the XenServer toolkit. The actual contents are very similar to that covered in the v6 course, but help students master the same techniques for use in older operating environments.

Advantages of this course

Upon completion of the bundled courses, students will have mastered the skills required to build, deploy and administer a Citrix XenServer environment. They will also be fully prepared to sit the Cisco Certified Administrator (CCA) exams that accompany each course.

Other benefits of completing the package include:

• Hands on skills that will help troubleshoot problems in real-world operating environments.
• An improved understanding of Citrix design and deployment principles, allowing students to build environments that meet real world business needs.
• An improved skillset that helps employees be more effective members of the remote desktop support team.
• Improved employment prospects as learners acquire new, valuable skills.

The Citrix Package is an essential step towards achieving CCA certification and for employees serious about becoming more effective in their Citrix management roles.

• Units of study

Citrix CXA-206: XenApp 7.5 Design, Implement and Administer

• Introduction To Application Virtualization
• XenApp Server Setup
• Plan For High Availability
• Scripting Primer
• Using VMware vSphere
• Virtualization Using Microsoft Hyper-V
• Course Review

Citrix CXD-203: Managing App and Desktop Solutions with Citrix XenApp and XenDesktop 7.6

• Introduction To Virtualization
• Introduction To Desktop Virtualization
• XenDesktop 7.6 Requirements and Implementations
• Plan and Design XenDesktop Infrastructure
• Data And Network Redundancy
• Automating Using Powershell
• Virtualizing Using Hyper-V
• Build Test And Deploy VM To Xen Desktop
• Internet Information Services
• Course Review

Citrix CXS-203: XenServer 6.5 Design, Implement and Administer

• Intro To XenServer And Virtualization
• Comprehensive Introduction To Linux
• Hosts, Storage, And Networking
• Comprehensive Introduction To Powershell
• XenServer Components And Features
• Problem Resolution
• Review