SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5 Deployment

Course eSMGR211v5

This course provides the knowledge and skills required to deploy and configure SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5.x. Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of the SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5.x architecture and learn how to install and configure its core components, including the Manager Server and Proxy Server. The course covers the process of registering client machines, migrating from older versions (4.3), and performing upgrades between 5.x releases. Hands-on labs provide practical experience in setting up and managing a SUSE Multi-Linux Manager environment.

This training prepares students for the SUSE Certified Deployment Specialist (SCDS) in SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5 exam.

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Course Information

Delivery Method: eLearning

Course Duration: Approximately 4 hours video content

Course Level: Beginner

Key Objectives

Attendees will be taught the following concepts and skills:

  • Understand the importance of systems management and how SUSE Multi-Linux Manager can help simplify the management of an environment containing multiple different Linux distributions
  • Deploy a SUSE Multi-Linux Manager Server using different deployment methods and scenarios
  • Register client systems with the Manager environment
  • Deploy a SUSE Multi-Linux Manager Proxy Server and register client systems with it
  • Perform both over-the-wire migrations and upgrades to update existing Manager environments to the latest version of SUSE Multi-Linux Manager

Audience Summary

This course is designed for:

  • Infrastructure Architects responsible for understanding the impact of new technology on the organization’s network environment and setting standards for the use of that technology.
  • Senior Linux Administrators responsible for providing guidance on configuration management and deployment of Linux systems.
  • Consultants who need to advise customers on what SUSE Manager can provide and how to deploy it.

Course Prerequisites

Attendees should have experience with deploying and administering SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.

Course Outline

  • Section 1: Course Overview
  • Section 2: Introduction to SUSE Multi-Linux Manager
    • Benefits of SUSE Multi-Linux Manager
    • High Level Architecture and Design
  • Section 3: Overview of SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5
    • Deployment Requirements Deployment Requirements
    • Introduction to SLE Micro
    • Basic Container Concepts for SUSE Multi-Linux Manager
  • Section 4: Install and Configure SUSE Multi-Linux Manager 5 Server
    • Deployment Methods and Phases
    • Host Prep - Deploy Using Pre-configured Images
    • Host Prep - Deploy onto SLE Micro
    • Product Prep
    • Product Install
    • Initial Configuration
  • Section 5: Register Client Systems with SUSE Multi-Linux Manager
    • Overview of Client Registration
    • Software Channels
    • System Groups
    • Activation Keys
    • Bootstrapping
  • Section 6: Install and Configure SUSE Multi-Linux Manager Proxy Server
    • Deployment Methods and Phases
    • Registration Prep
    • Host Prep - Deploy Using Pre-configured Images
    • Host Prep - Deploy onto SLE Micro
    • Registration
    • Proxy Prep
    • Product Install
  • Section 7: Migrate and Upgrade SUSE Multi-Linux Manager Server
    • SUSE Multi-LInux Manager Server Migration vs Upgrade
    • SUSE Manager Server v4.3 to v5 Migration
    • SUSE Manager Proxy v4.3 to v5 Migration
    • Upgrade SUSE Multi-Linux Manager Server 5.x

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