Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5 (Mac OS 201)

Course Description

Mac OS X Server Essentials is a four-day course designed to give technical co-ordinators and entry-level system administrators the skills, tools, and knowledge to implement and maintain a network that uses Mac OS X Server. Students learn how to install and configure Mac OS X Server to provide network-based services, such as file sharing, authentication, and printing. Tools for efficiently managing and deploying Mac OS X and software updates are also covered. The course is a combination of lectures and hands-on case study exercises that provide practical real-world experience.

Who Should Attend

  • Help-desk specialists, technical co-ordinators and entry-level system administrators who implement and maintain networks using Mac OS X Server

What You Will Learn

  • The features of Mac OS X Server v10.5
  • How to configure essential services on Mac OS X Server
  • How to use Mac OS X Server tools to monitor and troubleshoot services
  • Effective use of Mac OS X Server to manage a small network of Macintosh computers and users
  • How to manage access to files and services
  • How to prepare for Apple Certified Technical Coordinator certification

Prerequisites

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

How to Register

This course is available at many Apple Authorised Training Centres worldwide.

Course Outline

Chapter 1 - Installation & Configuration

Installation, initial configuration, server administration tools, and troubleshooting installation issues

Chapter 2 - Providing DNS Service

Configuring Mac OS X Server to provide basic DNS service

Chapter 3 - Authentication, Authorization, and Access Control

Creating and administering accounts, controlling access (ACLs), and troubleshooting

Chapter 4 - Open Directory

Configuring Open Directory, single sign-on, backing up directory data, troubleshooting Open Directory, and an introduction to Kerberos

Chapter 5 - File Services

Configuring and troubleshooting Apple File Service, share points for Windows users, NFS, network mounts, and FTP; case sensitivity issues

Chapter 6 - Mail Service

Configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting email service

Chapter 7 - Web Service

Hosting multiple web sites on a single server, providing WebDAV access to files

Chapter 8 - Collaborative Services

Setting up and configuring wikis and blogs, and the iChat and iCal services to assist people working together

Chapter 9 - Deployment Solutions

Configuring and troubleshooting NetBoot/Network Install to deploy Mac OS X

Chapter 10 - Managing Accounts

Managed accounts, preference management, managed network browsing, mobile accounts, troubleshooting account management

Chapter 11 - Challenge

A hands-on exercise to verify what students have learned



Build credibility. Get certified.

Demonstrate your knowledge of Mac OS X Server v10.5, and take the Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5 exam. Apple Certified Technical Co-ordinator (ACTC) 10.5 certification is granted on successful completion of both the Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.5 exam and the Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.5 exam. These exams are not yet available — details will be posted as they become available.

Resources to help you prepare when the exams are available will include:

  • Skills Assessment Guide outlining exam objectives
  • Sample Test of example questions

To register for an exam

  1. Register for a Tech ID.
  2. Select a location: