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Learn the best ways to prepare for, deploy clients, and monitor client health in this course.
With a primary site and site server now installed, this course turns the attention to MECM's clients. While MECM is a great solution for deploying software, there is as you might imagine some client-side bootstrapping that's required to install clients and begin communication. MECM supports at least six different ways to deploy client software, as well as innumerable ways to customize client behaviors once installed.
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Learn the best ways to prepare for, deploy clients, and monitor client health in this course.
With a primary site and site server now installed, this course turns the attention to MECM's clients. While MECM is a great solution for deploying software, there is as you might imagine some client-side bootstrapping that's required to install clients and begin communication. MECM supports at least six different ways to deploy client software, as well as innumerable ways to customize client behaviors once installed.
Read more
Learn the best ways to prepare for, deploy clients, and monitor client health in this course.
With a primary site and site server now installed, this course turns the attention to MECM's clients. While MECM is a great solution for deploying software, there is as you might imagine some client-side bootstrapping that's required to install clients and begin communication. MECM supports at least six different ways to deploy client software, as well as innumerable ways to customize client behaviors once installed.
In this third course out of sixteen, Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients, you'll begin by exploring the preparatory configurations that are required for any MECM primary site before beginning client deployment. Next, you'll first walk through four of the six major client deployment options, including all the steps you'll need to successfully automate your deployments. Finally, once installed, you'll explore the MECM client itself. By the end of this course, you'll understand the user-focused UI, as well as the monitoring solutions in the MECM console for validating client health over time.
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Syllabus
Course Overview
Introduction
Prepare for MECM Client Deployment
Install the MECM Client
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Syllabus
Course Overview
Introduction
Prepare for MECM Client Deployment
Install the MECM Client
Read more
Explore and Monitor the MECM Client
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what to watch for , and
possible dealbreakers
Provides detailed guidance on preparing, deploying, and monitoring clients, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of client management
Covers a range of deployment options, empowering learners with flexibility in choosing the approach that best suits their needs
In-depth exploration of the MECM client interface and monitoring tools, providing learners with practical knowledge for effective client management
Part of a 16-course series on Microsoft Endpoint Manager, offering a comprehensive learning path for those seeking deep expertise in the technology
Taught by Greg Shields, an experienced instructor in the field, ensuring the delivery of up-to-date and industry-relevant knowledge
Designed for IT professionals and system administrators who need a solid foundation in MECM client management
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Create a Test Environment
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Having a test environment will help you familiarize yourself with MECM.
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Install and configure VMware Workstation or Hyper-V
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Create a virtual machine with Windows 10
Review Networking Fundamentals
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Review network components and devices
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Understand network topologies and protocols
Join a MECM Community
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Engaging with others will help you learn from their experiences and insights.
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Join the MECM subreddit
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Participate in MECM forums
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Create a Detailed Plan for MECM Client Deployment
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Creating a comprehensive deployment plan will help you organize your thoughts, identify potential challenges, and ensure a successful implementation.
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Gather requirements and assess the target environment.
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Determine the most appropriate client deployment method.
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Develop a step-by-step deployment plan including timelines, resources, and contingency measures.
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Review and refine the plan with stakeholders or subject matter experts.
Create a Deployment Plan
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Creating a deployment plan will help you think through your deployment strategy.
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Define your deployment goals
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Choose the right deployment method
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Create a deployment schedule
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Test your deployment plan
Follow Tutorials on MECM Client Deployment
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By exploring external resources such as tutorials, you can supplement your learning and gain different perspectives on client deployment, enhancing your understanding.
Show steps
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Identify reputable sources for MECM client deployment tutorials, such as Microsoft documentation or trusted IT blogs.
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Choose a tutorial that aligns with your learning level and objectives.
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Follow the steps and instructions provided in the tutorial.
Attempt to Install MECM Clients
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This practice will help you gain valuable hands-on experience in deploying MECM clients, reinforcing your understanding of the process.
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Gather necessary materials including Client software and any required configuration files or scripts.
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Follow the steps in the course materials or official Microsoft documentation to attempt client deployment.
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Troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the deployment process.
Practice Deploying Clients
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Real-world practice will help you master deploying clients.
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Set up a deployment point
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Create a deployment package
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Deploy the package to client devices
Contribute to the MECM Community
Show steps
Contributing to open source projects will help you deepen your understanding of MECM.
Show steps
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Find an open source MECM project
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Contribute code or documentation to the project
Build a MECM Client Deployment Guide
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Creating a guide will help you consolidate your knowledge and share it with others.
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Gather information on client deployment
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Organize the information into a logical structure
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Write the guide
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Publish the guide
Create a Test Environment
Show steps
Having a test environment will help you familiarize yourself with MECM.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Install and configure VMware Workstation or Hyper-V
- Create a virtual machine with Windows 10
Review Networking Fundamentals
Show steps
Knowing core networking concepts will help you succeed in this course
Browse courses on
Networking Fundamentals
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Review network components and devices
- Understand network topologies and protocols
Join a MECM Community
Show steps
Engaging with others will help you learn from their experiences and insights.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Join the MECM subreddit
- Participate in MECM forums
Seven other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all ten activities
Create a Detailed Plan for MECM Client Deployment
Show steps
Creating a comprehensive deployment plan will help you organize your thoughts, identify potential challenges, and ensure a successful implementation.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather requirements and assess the target environment.
- Determine the most appropriate client deployment method.
- Develop a step-by-step deployment plan including timelines, resources, and contingency measures.
- Review and refine the plan with stakeholders or subject matter experts.
Create a Deployment Plan
Show steps
Creating a deployment plan will help you think through your deployment strategy.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Define your deployment goals
- Choose the right deployment method
- Create a deployment schedule
- Test your deployment plan
Follow Tutorials on MECM Client Deployment
Show steps
By exploring external resources such as tutorials, you can supplement your learning and gain different perspectives on client deployment, enhancing your understanding.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify reputable sources for MECM client deployment tutorials, such as Microsoft documentation or trusted IT blogs.
- Choose a tutorial that aligns with your learning level and objectives.
- Follow the steps and instructions provided in the tutorial.
Attempt to Install MECM Clients
Show steps
This practice will help you gain valuable hands-on experience in deploying MECM clients, reinforcing your understanding of the process.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather necessary materials including Client software and any required configuration files or scripts.
- Follow the steps in the course materials or official Microsoft documentation to attempt client deployment.
- Troubleshoot any issues that may arise during the deployment process.
Practice Deploying Clients
Show steps
Real-world practice will help you master deploying clients.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Set up a deployment point
- Create a deployment package
- Deploy the package to client devices
Contribute to the MECM Community
Show steps
Contributing to open source projects will help you deepen your understanding of MECM.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find an open source MECM project
- Contribute code or documentation to the project
Build a MECM Client Deployment Guide
Show steps
Creating a guide will help you consolidate your knowledge and share it with others.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather information on client deployment
- Organize the information into a logical structure
- Write the guide
- Publish the guide
Career center
Learners who complete Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients will develop knowledge and skills
that may be useful to these careers:
System Administrator
System Administrator
System Administrators provide technical support to an organization's computer systems and networks. Their roles may overlap with Network and Computer Systems Analysts, with System Administrators typically handling day-to-day management and maintenance of computer systems, while Analysts focus on long-term planning and design of computer systems and networks. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients can help build a foundation for this role by providing knowledge of deploying, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
Network Administrator
Network Administrator
Network Administrators manage and maintain an organization's computer networks. They install, configure, and maintain network hardware and software, and monitor network performance and security. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients can help build a foundation for this role by providing knowledge of deploying, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
Technical Support Engineer
Technical Support Engineer
Technical Support Engineers provide technical assistance to users of software and hardware products. They troubleshoot and resolve user issues, and provide training and guidance on the use of products. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients can help build a foundation for this role by providing knowledge of deploying, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
Help Desk Technician
Help Desk Technician
Help Desk Technicians provide technical support to users of an organization's computer systems and networks, often remotely. They troubleshoot and resolve user issues, and provide training and guidance on the use of computer systems and software. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients can help build a foundation for this role by providing knowledge of deploying, maintaining, and monitoring computer systems and networks.
IT Manager
IT Manager
IT Managers lead and manage computer and IT-related functions within organizations. These include a diverse range of tasks like managing IT infrastructure and networks, deploying and maintaining hardware and software, and overseeing IT security. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients can help build a foundation for this role by providing insight into how to deploy and manage an organization's tech infrastructure.
Software Engineer
Software Engineer
Software Engineers design, develop, and maintain software applications. They work with programming languages, software development tools, and software development methodologies. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to develop and deploy endpoint management software.
Virtualization Engineer
Virtualization Engineer
Virtualization Engineers design, build, and maintain virtualized computing environments. They work with virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere and Microsoft Hyper-V. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to deploy and manage virtualized endpoint clients.
IT Project Manager
IT Project Manager
IT Project Managers plan, execute, and close IT projects. They work with project management tools and methodologies. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to plan and execute endpoint management projects.
IT Auditor
IT Auditor
IT Auditors evaluate an organization's IT systems and processes to ensure they meet compliance and security standards. They work with audit tools and methodologies. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to audit endpoint management systems and processes.
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineer
DevOps Engineers work to bridge the gap between software development and IT operations. They work to automate and streamline the software development and deployment process. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to deploy and manage endpoint clients in a DevOps environment.
Cloud Engineer
Cloud Engineer
Cloud Engineers design, build, and maintain cloud computing systems and applications. They work with cloud computing technologies such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to deploy and manage cloud-based endpoint clients.
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analysts work with businesses to identify and solve problems. They analyze business processes and data, and develop and implement solutions. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to analyze and solve business problems related to endpoint management.
Quality Assurance Engineer
Quality Assurance Engineer
Quality Assurance Engineers test and evaluate software products to ensure they meet quality standards. They work with software testing tools and methodologies. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to test and validate endpoint management software.
IT Security Analyst
IT Security Analyst
IT Security Analysts plan and implement security measures to protect an organization's computer systems and networks. They predict security risks and vulnerabilities, and research and deploy protective technologies and procedures. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to protect an organization's IT infrastructure from security risks.
Database Administrator
Database Administrator
Database Administrators manage and maintain an organization's databases. They install, configure, and maintain database hardware and software, and monitor database performance and security. Microsoft Endpoint Manager: Deploy MECM Clients may be helpful in understanding how to maintain the databases used by endpoint clients.
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Greg Shields
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Good to know
Provides detailed guidance on preparing, deploying, and monitoring clients, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of client management
Covers a range of deployment options, empowering learners with flexibility in choosing the approach that best suits their needs
In-depth exploration of the MECM client interface and monitoring tools, providing learners with practical knowledge for effective client management
Part of a 16-course series on Microsoft Endpoint Manager, offering a comprehensive learning path for those seeking deep expertise in the technology
Taught by Greg Shields, an experienced instructor in the field, ensuring the delivery of up-to-date and industry-relevant knowledge
Designed for IT professionals and system administrators who need a solid foundation in MECM client management
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