CVAD-201: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Administration (2402 LTSR)
This course replaces the outdated CWS-215
In this course you will learn how to create a new Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops deployment. Get hands-on as the course guides you through the architecture, communications, management, installation, and configuration of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops to host apps and desktops for your users. This course is a necessary step in enabling you with the right training and skills, to not only understand, manage, and deliver successfully, but also to make well-informed planning decisions along the way.
Product Versions Covered: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 2402 LTSR
Location
Espoo Arrow Classroom (CET / UTC +1)
Training formats
Classroom
Remote
Duration
40 hours
Price
3695 €
Administrators and engineers
• Understand the architecture and communication flows for Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 LTSR on-premises.
• Install, configure, and manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops environment.
• Create Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops workloads.
• Deliver app and desktop resources to users.
• Prepares learner for Citrix Certified Associate - Virtualization (CCA-V) exam
Strong foundational knowledge of:
- Windows Server and Desktop operating systems.
- Active Directory, Policies, Profiles, Networking and Hypervisors.
Module 1: Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops and Architecture
• Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 LTSR Refresh - What's New
• Overview of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Components
• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Features and Resource Capabilities
• Hosting Platform Considerations: Architecture By Layers
• Connection Flow Process Introduction
Module 2: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site Considerations
• Pre-Deployment Considerations
• Citrix Licensing Setup
• Delivery Controller Setup
• Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site Setup
• Redundancy Considerations
Module 3: Provisioning Workloads: VDA and Master Images
• Master Image Creation Methods
• Master Image Requirements
Module 4: Provisioning Workloads: VDA and Master Image Prep
• Machine Catalogs and Delivery Groups
• Provisioning Methods and Considerations
• Machine Creation Services - Deep Dive
• MCS Environment Considerations
Module 5: Providing Access to End Users
• StoreFront Overview
• StoreFront Beacons
• Citrix Workspace app
• StoreFront Features
Module 6: Managing the User Experience
• Citrix Policies - Methods to Manage Policies
• Citrix HDX Features - Using Policies
Module 7: Published App and Desktop Presentation and Management
• Published App Properties
• Server OS Published App Optimizations
• Published App Presentation
• Application Groups
• Apps and Desktops Presentation
Module 8: Printing for User Sessions
• Printing Concepts and Printer Provisioning
• Printer Drivers
• Print Environment - Considerations
Module 9: Profile Management
• User Profiles - Introduction and Considerations
• Configuring Citrix Profile Management
• Profile Containers - VHDX-based Policies
Module 10: Manage the Site
• Studio and Web Studio
• Delegated Administration
• Use PowerShell with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
• Power Management Considerations
• Using Autoscale to Power Manage Machine
Module 11: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Basic Security Considerations
• Citrix Admin Security Considerations
• XML Service Security Considerations
• Secure HDX External Traffic
Module 12: Citrix Workspace app Deployment and Configuration
• Citrix Workspace Deployment and Configuration
Module 13: Manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Deployment
• Citrix Director Introduction
• Monitor and Interact with User Sessions
• Published Apps Analysis
• Monitor the Machines Running the VDA
• Site Specific Common Monitoring
• Alerts and Notifications
• Optimize Citrix Director Monitoring with Citrix Application Delivery Management
Module 14: Manage - Supporting and Troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Workloads
• Introduction to Supporting a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site
• A List of Common Tools
• Common Tasks for Proactive Administration
Module 15: Optimize - Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Deployment
• Optimizing VDAs - Citrix Optimizer
• Citrix Workspace Environment Management Overview
• HDX Optimization
Price 3695 € +vat
