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Mac OS X Deployment v10.5 (Leopard 302) | 3 Day Course | $1495

Course Description

This three-day course focuses on solutions for deploying software, ranging from the installation of individual files to the deployment of complete system images to multiple computers. Students then apply what they've learned to create a full deployment plan that includes testing, hardware and software deployment, auditing and maintenance.

The course also teaches students how to create a tiered Software Update server solution, as well as about third-party solutions to supplement tools provided by Apple. Students get hands-on experience in using tools such as Apple Remote Desktop, Disk Utility, PackageMaker, and System Image Utility and discuss the pros and cons of each for different deployment situations.

Who Should Attend

This class is for Mac OS X system administrators who need to know how to streamline the process of installing and configuring a large number of computers running Mac OS X.

Prerequisites

Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending the course:

Course Outline

TopicDescription
Deployment PlanningUsing the Deployment Planning Template; understanding primary deployment concepts; planning hardware deployment logistics; planning usage management
Deploying Individual Items and ContainersMac OS X file deployment considerations; using archive files for deployment; using ARD 3 to deploy items; using disk images for deployment
Deploying with Installation PackagesUnderstanding Mac OS X installation technology; creating installation packages; using installation package actions, scripting, and snapshots; deploying and maintaining installation packages; third-party installation tools
Deploying Entire SystemsSystem deployment techniques overview; creating a cloned system image; creating a modular system image; deploying system images; third-party system image creation tools and Boot Camp
Using NetBoot for DeploymentUnderstanding the NetBoot service; creating simple NetBoot images; configuring the NetBoot service; creating custom NetBoot images; third-party system deployment tools
Postimaging Deployment ConsiderationsPostimaging client configuration techniques; postimaging server configuration techniques; third-party postimaging configuration tools
System MaintenanceUnderstanding system maintenance concepts; using Apple tools for system maintenance; using the Apple Software Update service; third-party system maintenance tools
Complete Deployment SolutionsReal-world deployment case studies; finalizing your deployment solution

Resources to help you prepare for the exams include:

 

Apple BootCamp Training

Apple ACTC Bootcamp courses now available at our
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The ACTC bootcamp is an intense five day
course providing both the Leopard Support Essentials
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