Event Review: Transitioning to Windows Server 2008 Virtualization - Scenarios and Features (Session ITPROADD-309)

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Session Outline

In this session, we will talk about how to make the move to Windows Server virtualization. We will begin by discussing several different scenarios where businesses can benefit from virtualization, and how Windows Server virtualization solves problems in these scenarios. Following on, we will take a look at the architecture of WSv. Because WSv is a new, hypervisor-based technology, it's helpful to understand how WSv is designed to provide benefits over other virtualization products at the enterprise level. Finally, we will take a look at the specifics of migrating physical machines or machines from another virtual environment to Windows Server virtualization.

Session Agenda

• Benefits of virtualization
  
• Resource allocation
  
• Virtual machine management
  

Session Media

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	Demo: Configuring Windows Server Virtualization In this demonstration, we will introduce the management interface for Windows Server virtualization and perform some basic configuration tasks.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Using Virtual Machines In this demonstration, we will see how to create new virtual machines using the MMC interface and how to import existing virtual machines.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Using Virtual Machine Snapshots In this demonstration, we will use create and apply snapshots to virtual machines in Windows Server virtualization.   Play online | Download
	Demo: Using System Center Virtual Machine Manager In this demonstration, we will use System Center Virtual Machine Manager to manage a Virtual Server 2005 installation.   Play online | Download

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Training and Certification

• Collection 5934: Introducing Microsoft Windows Server Code Name 2008 (Beta 3)
  

  Summary: In this online collection composed of four clinics, you are introduced to the new features and functionality in Windows Server 2008. This includes server virtualization, security and policy management, branch office management, centralized application access, and server management. This online collection is composed of a rich multimedia experience.

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge on the following Windows Server 2008 Server Management functionality.

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Virtualization in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge of Windows Server virtualization scenarios, the features that support the scenarios, and a high-level overview of the Windows Virtualization architecture.

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3) Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: Note: This is a companion lab for First Look Clinic 6408A: First Look: Getting Started with Server Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3).

• First Look: Getting Started with Server Virtualization in Windows Server Code Name 2008 Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute lab provides an overview of Windows Server virtualization scenarios, the features that support the scenarios, and a high-level overview of the Windows Virtualization architecture.

• First Look: Getting Started with Branch Office Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge on the following Windows Server 2008 Branch Office functionality.

• First Look: Getting Started with Branch Office Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3) Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: Note: This is a companion lab for First Look Clinic 6402A: First Look: Getting Started with Branch Office Management in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3).

• First Look: Getting Started with Security and Policy Control in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3): Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: This 90 minute clinic provides in-depth knowledge on the following security and Policy enforcement functionality in Windows Server 2008.

• First Look: Getting Started with Security and Policy Control in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3) Hands-On Lab: Instructor-Led
  

  Summary: Note: This is a companion lab for First Look Clinic 6406A : First Look: Getting Started with Security and Policy Control in Windows Server 2008 (Beta 3).