Networking Foundations: Servers

Introduction

• Getting started with server administration
• What you should know

1. Server Architecture

• Server form factors
• Server components
• Power and cooling components

2. Server Administration

• Server installation
• Post-installation configuration
• Server roles
• Server connectivity options

3. Server Maintenance

• General server management
• Performance management
• Event logging
• Asset management
• Documentation

4. Networking

• Basic IP configuration
• Common ports and protocols
• Network cabling
• Wireless networking

5. Storage

• Storage technologies
• Understanding RAID
• Capacity planning

6. Security

• Rights and permissions
• Encryption
• Server hardening
• Physical security

7. Environmental Protection

• Power protection
• Environment and safety
• Secure disposal

8. Virtualization and Cloud Computing

• Benefits of virtualization
• Implementing virtual servers
• Overview of cloud computing

9. Disaster Recovery

• Planning for a disaster
• Backup strategies
• Troubleshooting methodology

Conclusion

• Next steps