Commodity SAN: Storage in Windows Server 2016 from Pluralsight

Windows administrators will need to know how to utilize storage in new ways that 2016 offers, but also keep costs down by creating storage using available equipment. In this course, you'll learn how a commodity SAN does this.

Storage growth and expense can get out of control for any business. In this course, Commodity SAN: Storage in Windows Server 2016, you will learn how to utilize Windows Server 2016 in a way that was not possible with previous versions of Windows server. First, you’ll discover how to setup an ISCSI target, and initiator. This creates the link between the storage server and the server using the newly available storage. Then, you’ll learn about replication and security for redundancy and protection. Replication allows us to copy the data to another location for redundancy. Finally, you'll explore how an encrypted stream keeps man in the middle attacks from compromising your security. When you’re finished with this course, you will have the skills and knowledge to create a highly available, secure, and budget conscious storage area network.

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Course Overview

Discovering Windows Storage

Configuring Windows Server as a SAN

Making the SAN Highly Available

Making Windows SAN Data Available to Other Sites and Users

Summary

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops experience with industry-standard software

Explores ISCSI target and initiator setup for storage setup

Teaches replication for data redundancy

Examines how encrypted streams protect against security threats

Taught by Robert McMillen, a recognized expert in storage solutions

Provides opportunities for hands-on practice

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Commodity SAN: Storage in Windows Server 2016 with these activities:

Join a study group to discuss SAN concepts

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Joining a study group will provide opportunities to discuss, clarify, and reinforce SAN concepts with peers.

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Find or create a study group with other students taking the course
Meet regularly to discuss course materials and concepts
Share knowledge and insights with group members

Practice configuring SAN

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Regularly practice configuring SAN to understand the setup, settings, and configurations.

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Review the course material on SAN setup
Set up a simulated SAN environment
Configure the SAN according to the course instructions
Test the SAN configuration

Follow tutorials on SAN security

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Following tutorials on SAN security will provide additional insights and hands-on practice in securing storage systems.

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Search for reputable tutorials on SAN security
Follow the tutorials step-by-step
Implement the security measures in your SAN environment

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Attend a workshop on SAN management

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Attending a workshop on SAN management will provide practical experience and insights from industry experts.

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Research and identify relevant SAN management workshops
Register and attend the workshop
Actively participate in the workshop activities

Document SAN architecture and design

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Documenting the SAN architecture and design will reinforce your understanding of the system and its components.

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Gather information about the SAN's components
Create a diagram of the SAN architecture
Write a detailed description of the SAN's design

Career center

Learners who complete Commodity SAN: Storage in Windows Server 2016 will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Storage Administrator

A Storage Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining storage systems ensuring that data is stored, protected, and accessible. They also plan and implement storage solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course can help you to build a foundation in commodity SAN storage using Windows Server 2016, which is essential for success in this role.

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SAN Administrator

A SAN Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining storage area networks (SANs). They plan, implement, and maintain storage solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course provides a comprehensive overview of Windows Server 2016 SANs, making it an excellent choice for those looking to advance their career in this field.

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IT Infrastructure Engineer

An IT Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the physical and virtual infrastructure of an organization. This includes storage, networking, and servers. This course can help you to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement storage solutions using Windows Server 2016.

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Server Administrator

A Server Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining servers. They plan, implement, and maintain server solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course can help you to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain Windows Server 2016 SANs.

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Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect is responsible for designing and implementing cloud solutions. They plan, implement, and maintain cloud solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course can help you to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement storage solutions using Windows Server 2016 in the cloud.

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Storage Engineer

A Storage Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing storage solutions. They plan, implement, and maintain storage solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course can help you to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement storage solutions using Windows Server 2016.

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Systems Administrator

A Systems Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the computer systems of an organization. This includes storage, networking, and servers. This course can help you to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain storage systems using Windows Server 2016.

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Network Administrator

A Network Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the network of an organization. This includes designing, implementing, and maintaining network solutions. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain storage networks using Windows Server 2016.

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Virtualization Architect

A Virtualization Architect is responsible for designing and implementing virtualization solutions. They plan, implement, and maintain virtualization solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement storage solutions using Windows Server 2016 in a virtualized environment.

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Cloud Engineer

A Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing and implementing cloud solutions. They plan, implement, and maintain cloud solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to design and implement storage solutions using Windows Server 2016 in the cloud.

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Database Administrator

A Database Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining databases. They plan, implement, and maintain database solutions to meet the needs of the organization. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain storage solutions for databases using Windows Server 2016.

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Presales Engineer

A Presales Engineer works with customers to identify their needs and develop solutions that meet those needs. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to sell storage solutions using Windows Server 2016.

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IT Consultant

An IT Consultant provides advice and guidance to organizations on how to use technology to meet their business needs. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to provide advice on storage solutions using Windows Server 2016.

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Technical Support Engineer

A Technical Support Engineer provides support to customers with technical issues. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to provide support for storage solutions using Windows Server 2016.

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Data Center Technician

A Data Center Technician is responsible for the day-to-day operations of a data center. This includes managing and maintaining storage systems. This course may be useful for those looking to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to manage and maintain storage systems using Windows Server 2016.

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