Course Overview
It is designed for experienced IT professionals, this course builds on the foundational implementation and management skills, introducing scalability, redundancy, and security configurations. In the advanced troubleshooting section, you will learn techniques to investigate common issues affecting environmental health and how to solve problems more effectively. You will leave this course with a good understanding of managing more complex solutions, such as multi-location environments with configurations around StoreFront, Delivery Controllers, Cloud Connectors, and HDX.
Prerequisites
Citrix recommends professionals prepare for this course by taking the following course:
- CMB-318 - Citrix Virtual-Apps and Desktops 7, App Layering, and WEM Administration (Fast-Track)
OR
- CWS-215 - Citrix Virtual-Apps and Desktops 7 Administration On-Premises and in Citrix Cloud
Learning Objectives
- How to implement advanced administration concepts such as backups, disaster recovery, scalability, and redundancy for Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop 7 Site
- Advanced troubleshooting techniques to troubleshoot Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktop 7
- Security considerations and configurations for Citrix Apps and Desktop 7 site, including multi-site management using zones
Content Outline
- StoreFront and Citrix Gateway
- Site Infrastructure
- Machines Running the Virtual Delivery Agent
- Zones
- VDA Registration in a Multi-Zone Environment
- Zone Preference
- Optimal Gateway Routing and Zones
- Managing StoreFront Store Subscriptions in a MultiLocation Environment
- StoreFront and Citrix ADC Branding
- Backups
- Disaster Recovery Considerations
- Disaster Recovery Process
- Multi-factor Authentication - RADIUS & OTP
- Multi-factor Authentication - Smart Card Authentication
- Federated Authentication - ADFS, SAML, and FAS
- Introduction to Application Security
- Preventing Jailbreak Attacks
- Minimizing the Impact of Attacks
- TLS to VDA Encryption
- GPOs and Citrix Policies
- Image Management
- Troubleshooting Methodology Process
- Resource Tools and Utilities
- Introduction to PowerShell
- Troubleshooting StoreFront
- Troubleshooting Citrix Gateway
Validating FMA Services
Troubleshooting VDA Registration
Troubleshooting HDX Connections
FAQs
A: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops generally provide virtualization solutions that give IT control of applications, virtual machines, and security while providing anywhere access for any device. End users can use applications and desktops independently of the device’s operating system and interface.
A: To deploy Citrix virtual apps and desktops, users have to use the following sequence:-
- Prepare.
- Install core components.
- Create a site.
- Install one or more Virtual Delivery Agents (VDAs)
- Install optional components.
- Create a machine catalog.
- Create a delivery group.
- Create an application group (optional)
A: To troubleshoot Citrix issues, the user can use the following steps:-
- Look up information about the user's connection, applications, and logon.
- Follow the user's computer.
- Save the ICA meeting.
- Use the suggested solutions in the following table to troubleshoot the problem, and if necessary, escalate it to the proper administrator.
A: The main difference between the two is the intended usage of the software. The Citrix XenServer is used by personal users and small to medium-sized businesses. On the other hand, VMware vSphere ESXi is only intended for minor to medium-sized companies and is not structured for personal use
A: To attend the training session, you should have operational Desktops or Laptops with the required specification and a good internet connection to access the labs.
A: We would always recommend you attend the live session to practice & clarify the doubts instantly and get more value from your investment. However, if, due to some contingency, you have to skip the class, Radiant Techlearning will help you with the recorded session of that particular day. However, those recorded sessions are not meant only for personal consumption and NOT for distribution or any commercial use.
A: Radiant Techlearning has a data center containing a Virtual Training environment for participants’ hand-on-practice. Participants can easily access these labs over Cloud with the help of a remote desktop connection. Radiant virtual labs allow you to learn from anywhere and in any time zone.
A: The learners will be enthralled as we engage them in the natural world and industry Oriented projects during the training program. These projects will improve your skills and knowledge and give you a better experience. These real-time projects will help you a lot in your future tasks and assignments.