Formation VMWARE HORIZON 8: VIRTUAL DESKTOP BOOTCAMP

Module 1: Course Introduction

Introduction to the course objectives, structure, and logistics.

Overview of the importance of VMware Horizon in virtual desktop management.

Module 2: Understanding VMware Horizon Features

Detailed exploration of the features and benefits of VMware Horizon.

Explanation of the conceptual and logical architecture of VMware Horizon.

Module 3: Defining Use Cases for Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

Understanding the process of defining use cases for virtual desktop and application infrastructure.

Conversion of customer requirements into use-case attributes.

Module 4: VMware vSphere Fundamentals for Horizon 8

Basic virtualization concepts and their relevance to VMware Horizon.

Hands-on exercises using VMware vSphere Client for accessing vCenter Server and ESXi hosts.

Step-by-step guide to creating, provisioning, and removing virtual machines.

Module 5: Creating and Optimizing VMware Horizon Desktops

Detailed instructions on creating Windows and Linux virtual machines using vSphere.

Optimization techniques for Windows and Linux virtual machines to prepare them for Horizon desktop deployment.

Module 6: Configuring VMware Horizon Agents

Understanding configuration options when installing Horizon Agent on Windows and Linux virtual machines.

Best practices for creating a gold master for Windows Horizon desktops.

Module 7: Managing VMware Horizon Desktop Pools

Step-by-step setup of templates for desktop pool deployment.

Adding desktops to the VMware Horizon Connection Server inventory.

Comparison of dedicated-assignment and floating-assignment pools.

Configuring automated pools and defining user entitlements.

Module 8: Exploring VMware Horizon Client Options

Overview of different Horizon clients and their advantages.

Hands-on experience accessing Horizon desktops using various clients and HTML.

Configuration of integrated printing, USB redirection, shared folders, and session collaboration.

Module 9: Implementing Instant-Clone Desktop Pools

Advantages and provisioning technology used for instant-clone desktop pools.

Automated pool setup and image updates for instant-clone desktops.

Module 10: Configuring RDS Desktop and Application Pools

Understanding the differences between RDS desktop and application pools.

Creation and management of RDS desktop and application pools.

Accessing RDS desktops and applications from Horizon Client.

Automation of RDSH farm build-out using instant clone technology.

Module 11: Monitoring VMware Horizon Environment

Utilizing Horizon Administrator console dashboard for monitoring Horizon components.

Monitoring desktop sessions using the HelpDesk tool.

Module 12: Virtual Desktop Troubleshooting Techniques

Structured approach to troubleshooting configuration and operational problems.

Application of troubleshooting methods and documentation of problem resolution steps.

Module 13: Command-Line Tools and Backup Options

Introduction to command-line tools for VMware Horizon administration.

Backup and restoration procedures for VMware Horizon databases.

Module 14: Troubleshooting Linked Clone Desktops

Troubleshooting techniques specific to VMware Horizon linked clone desktops.

View Agent Direct-Connection and optimization strategies.

Module 15: Troubleshooting Instant Clones and Protocol Optimization

Log analysis and troubleshooting for instant clone desktops.

Optimization of protocols for enhancing end-user experience.

Application of group policy objects (GPOs) for additional configuration options.