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Mac OS 310
Mac OS X Deployment v10.4


Course Description

This two-day course is designed for system administrators who need to streamline the process of installing and configuring Mac OS X on large numbers of computers. Hands-on labs and lectures expose students to best practices and troubleshooting methodologies, while providing detailed coverage of tools, tips, and tricks for deploying and maintaining software on Mac OS X systems.

Who should attend?
 
This class is for Mac OS X system administrators who are tasked with installing and configuring a large number of computers running Mac OS X.

Training Units

Register for this course by redeeming 2 Apple Training Units, or we can bring training to you for 24 Training Units.

Prerequisites

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

  • Understanding of Mac OS X
  • Experience with Mac OS X in a network environment
  • Basic troubleshooting experience or Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.4

Recommended Next Steps

Demonstrate your knowledge by taking the Mac OS X Deployment v10.4 exam (9L0-609)—US$150.

The exam covers the knowledge necessary to streamline the installation and configuration of Mac OS X on large numbers of computers, and to maintain software deployments on Mac OS X systems. For specific exam objectives, see the Skills Assessment Guide for the Mac OS X Deployment v10.4 Exam (available when the exam is released in late June 2005).

Successful completion of the Mac OS X Deployment v10.4 exam contributes 2 credits towards Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA) v10.4 certification.

To register for the exam, call Prometric toll-free at 888-APL-EXAM (888-275-3926) or register online at 2test.com. You are required to have an Apple Tech ID number before registering for any Apple exam. You can apply for a Tech ID by following the instructions at certifications.apple.com.

 
What You Will Learn:

Best practices for deploying Mac OS X

How to create Apple Software Restore and NetBoot images

How to create and script custom installation packages

Effective use of various delivery methods for images and packages

Testing and troubleshooting methodologies for images and packages

Strategies for maintaining a functional deployment of Mac OS X



Course Outline 
Topic Description
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview of topics covered in the course, and a summary of the certification program.

Chapter 2
Deployment Strategies
Deployment methodologies and scenarios.

Chapter 3
Imaging
Creating Apple Software Restore and NetBoot/Network Install images.

Chapter 4
Packaging
Planning, creating, and scripting packages using PackageMaker.

Chapter 5
Delivery

Delivery methods, including NetBoot services, NetRestore, Apple Remote Desktop, and Apple Software Restore.


Chapter 6
Testing and Troubleshooting

Testing images and packages; common issues and resolutions.

Chapter 7
Maintenance

Automating client maintenance, hardware and software upgrades, and strategies for maintenance.

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