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SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials

4.6 out of 5 rating Last updated 14/11/2024   English

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Duration

5 Days

30 CPD hours

Overview

After completing this course, you should be able to:
Describe the Server Automation (SA) core architecture and key components of SA
Integrate unmanaged servers into the SA managed environment and discover server information through SA
Use the Operation System (OS) Provisioning feature of SA to automate the installation of OS onto servers
Provision virtual servers and manage their server lifecycle through SA
Create static and dynamic device groups to manage multiple servers as groups
Manage packages as part of the software management feature in SA
Use a policy-based management methodology to provision software and manage software updates
Describe and use Application Deployment Manager (ADM) to manage an application lifecycle using SA
Use the Application Configuration feature of SA to manage the values in configuration files on managed servers
Manage patches on various OS platforms using a patch policy or software policy
Use the Audit and Remediation feature of SA to ensure servers and applications are compliant with defined best practices or corporate policies
Use the Compliance feature of SA to discover out-of-compliance servers in the managed environment and ensure that they are in compliance with corporate policies
Use the Global Shell and Global File System (OGFS) features to explore and manage servers in an SA environment
Create, manage, and execute scripts I SA to manage servers or server groups

Description

This five-day course provides the necessary foundation to manage the data center servers and application environment using HP Server Automation (SA) 10. The course covers the key components of SA and their functionality.

Course Overview and Introduction to HP Server Automation
  • Discuss the IT organizations preference for automation
  • Discuss the main features of HP SA
  • Discuss the benefits of using SA
  • Describe the distributed architecture of SA
Exploring the Architecture and Interfaces
  • Define an SA core
  • Describe the functionality of each key component of SA
  • Describe SA users
  • Use the SA client to explore a managed server environment
  • Describe the SA core architecture and key components
  • Learn how to use the SA interfaces to explore the server environment
Agent Functionality and Server Integration
  • Differentiate the agent types
  • Describe the SA agent functionality
  • Specify the requirements for installing an SA agent onto an unmanaged server
  • Install an agent onto an unmanaged server using the SA client and manual installation
  • Troubleshoot agent installation and communication failures
  • Explore the server inventory using the Device Explorer of the SA client
  • Describe the Agent Tools feature within SA
  • Integrate existing, unmanaged servers into the SA managed environment
  • Summarize what server information is collected by the agent
  • Explain the server module objects
  • Explain agent extensions
Provisioning Operating Systems (OS) Using OS Build Plans (OSBPs)
  • Describe the Operating System (OS) provisioning feature within SA
  • Describe the process of provisioning an OS on a server
  • Define and run an OS Build Plan (OSBP)
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) Less or Static IP Provisioning
  • Configure and run the Managed Boot Client(s) (MBC)
  • Provision Operating Systems (OS) without using Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) (or by using Static IP)
Managing Virtualization
  • Describe the supported virtualization management features in SA
  • Describe the process of provisioning virtual servers for VMware Enterprise Server Xi (VMware ESXi) and Solaris 10
  • Identify the relationship between the hypervisor and its virtual servers
  • Manage the lifecycle of VMware Virtual Machines (VMs)
  • Manage the lifecycle of Solaris zones
  • Integrate with VMware Virtual Center using Virtualization Service (VS)
Exploring Device Groups
  • Explain device groups and their characteristics
  • Describe the different types of device groups supported in SA
  • Create static and dynamic device groups using the SA client
Exploring Device Groups with Search Results
  • Describe the different types of search in the SA client
  • Discuss the process to save and retrieve search results
  • Create device groups from search results
  • Develop sample reports using advanced search
Managing Packages
  • Describe how to manage packages in SA
  • Discuss the supported package types
  • Explain how to organize the software library
  • Import and export packages into the software repository
  • Install and uninstall packages
  • Manage Red Hat Package Manager (RPM) packages
Software Management
  • Describe the use of policy-based software management in SA
  • Describe how to manage software policies in SA
  • List the software management setup tasks
  • Install and uninstall software using software policies
  • Manage software updates using software policies
Working with Application Deployment Manager (ADM)
  • Describe the Application Deployment Manager (ADM) and its functions
  • Manage the ADM
  • Set permissions for ADM
  • Define an application, a target, and a component
  • Deploy an application
  • Manage an Application Deployment job
  • Describe the rollback and undeploy process
  • Import and export Application Deployment data from SA
Application Configuration Management
  • Describe how application configurations are managed in SA
  • Describe application configuration components
  • Control values using an application configuration inheritance model
  • Push application configuration values to servers
Managing Patches
  • Describe the patch management feature in SA
  • View patch information
  • Describe UNIX patch management tasks
  • Install patches using patch policies on the Windows platform
  • Identify Microsoft patch administration tasks
  • Manage patches on Red Hat LINUX
Working with Audits, Snapshots, and Remediation
  • Describe the audit and remediation feature in SA
  • Create and run audits
  • Configure file audit rules
  • Set audit rule exceptions
  • View audit results and remediate the differences
  • Describe how to use Business Service Automation Essentials (BSAE) Network to run compliance audits
Enforcing Compliance
  • Define server compliance concepts
  • Describe the compliance management feature in SA
  • Scan and view the compliance status of servers
  • Remediate non-compliant servers
Exploring Servers Using the Global Shell and Global File System
  • Describe the Global Shell and Opsware Global File System (OGFS) features within SA
  • Describe how Global Shell and OGFS features can be used to manage servers within the SA environment
  • Describe how to navigate and filter data in the OGFS using the Global Shell
  • Use the Remote Shell (ROSH) command to login to a managed server and execute shell scripts on a managed server
  • Use the SA remote terminal feature to access and manage servers in the managed environment
Scripting with SA
  • Describe the script management and execution feature in SA
  • Create scripts using the SA client
  • Execute ad hoc or saved scripts
  • View and download script results
  • Describe PowerShell integration with SA
  • Explain the Extensible Discovery server module
  • Introduce Automation Platform eXtensions (APX) scripting
Exploring Reports in SA
  • Explain SA reports
  • List the reports available in SA
  • Generate an SA report
  • Explain Business Service Automation (BSA) Essentials basics as a reporting tool
OS Provisioning with OS Sequences
  • Describe the OS Provisioning feature within SA
  • Describe the process of provisioning an OS on a server
  • Define and run an OS Sequence
Additional course details:

Nexus Humans SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward.

This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts.

Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success.

While we feel this is the best course for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you.

Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

FAQ for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials Course

Available Delivery Options for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training.
  • Live Instructor Led Classroom Online (Live Online)
  • Traditional Instructor Led Classroom (TILT/ILT)
  • Delivery at your offices in London or anywhere in the UK
  • Private dedicated course as works for your staff.
How many CPD hours does the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training provide?

The 5 day. SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training course give you up to 30 CPD hours/structured learning hours. If you need a letter or certificate in a particular format for your association, organisation or professional body please just ask.

What is the correct audience for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training?

This course is recommended for:
System Administrators
Patch Administrators
SA Administrators
Policy Setters
IT Managers
IT or Application Architects
Data Center Managers
Application Experts
Operations Experts
Deployment Specialists
Application Deployment Manager Administrators
QA Team Members and Managers
Security Administrators
Other technical personnel who are responsible for data center automation

Do you provide training for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials.

Yes we provide corporate training, dedicated training and closed classes for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials. This can take place anywhere in UK including, England, Scotland, Cymru (Wales) or Northern Ireland or live online allowing you to have your teams from across UK or further afield to attend a single training event saving travel and delivery expenses.

What is the duration of the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials program.

The SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training takes place over 5 day(s), with each day lasting approximately 8 hours including small and lunch breaks to ensure that the delegates get the most out of the day.

Why are Nexus Human the best provider for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials?
Nexus Human are recognised as one of the best training companies as they and their trainers have won and hold many awards and titles including having previously won the Small Firms Best Trainer award, national training partner of the year for UK on multiple occasions, having trainers in the global top 30 instructor awards in 2012, 2019 and 2021. Nexus Human has also been nominated for the Tech Excellence awards multiple times. Learning Performance institute (LPI) external training provider sponsor 2024.
Is there a discount code for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training.

Yes, the discount code PENPAL5 is currently available for the SA120 - Server Automation 10.x Essentials training. Other discount codes may also be available but only one discount code or special offer can be used for each booking. This discount code is available for companies and individuals.

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