This document discusses PowerShell Deployment Toolkit (PDT), which provides automation for deploying servers and applications. PDT uses PowerShell scripts to download installation files, create virtual machines, install operating systems, configure roles and features, install applications, and integrate components. It handles sequencing, dependencies, and failures. Customization is done by editing an XML file defining deployment settings. PDT provides a standardized, repeatable process for deploying complex server environments.
The Liberty Deep Dive presentation from IBM InterConnect 2017. This presentation covers some of the key technical details of Liberty, some production deployment options, and what has changed between March 2016 and March 2017.
In this class we will take a structured approach in building some troubleshooting skills to help you figure out what went wrong. Whether it's a task that isn't doing what you want, or a bigger issue- understanding how to debug is a skill all admins should hone regularly. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
AAI-1304 Technical Deep-Dive into IBM WebSphere LibertyWASdev Community
A detailed look into the philosophy, architecture and design of the most flexible, simple and scalable Java EE Application Server on the market today; the WebSphere Liberty profile. These slides describe the motivation behind this project, and the key characteristics that are encouraging so many Java EE users to move their applications to Liberty.
AAI-1305 Choosing WebSphere Liberty for Java EE DeploymentsWASdev Community
The Liberty profile was added to the WebSphere Application Server product in 2012, providing a massive boost to development efficiency for Java EE applications, and a very flexible runtime for agile deployment. The past two years have seen a rapid expansion in the programming model, management and security capabilities of Liberty and it is now a serious choice for large scale deployments of Java EE applications. These slides discuss the use of Liberty for production deployments.
The Liberty Deep Dive presentation from IBM InterConnect 2017. This presentation covers some of the key technical details of Liberty, some production deployment options, and what has changed between March 2016 and March 2017.
In this class we will take a structured approach in building some troubleshooting skills to help you figure out what went wrong. Whether it's a task that isn't doing what you want, or a bigger issue- understanding how to debug is a skill all admins should hone regularly. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
AAI-1304 Technical Deep-Dive into IBM WebSphere LibertyWASdev Community
A detailed look into the philosophy, architecture and design of the most flexible, simple and scalable Java EE Application Server on the market today; the WebSphere Liberty profile. These slides describe the motivation behind this project, and the key characteristics that are encouraging so many Java EE users to move their applications to Liberty.
AAI-1305 Choosing WebSphere Liberty for Java EE DeploymentsWASdev Community
The Liberty profile was added to the WebSphere Application Server product in 2012, providing a massive boost to development efficiency for Java EE applications, and a very flexible runtime for agile deployment. The past two years have seen a rapid expansion in the programming model, management and security capabilities of Liberty and it is now a serious choice for large scale deployments of Java EE applications. These slides discuss the use of Liberty for production deployments.
In this session we will cover the advantages and use cases for utilizing Scripted Installs when deploying Windows. We will look into how to create, modify, and deploy scripted installs also. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
In this session we will explore K2000 Imaging. Exercises will include what’s needed to be done prior to capturing an image and after it is applied. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
Learn how to be more efficient with the K2000. Attend this session to see how to take advantage of all the features to optimize your workflow. Find out more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
This intermediate course will go beyond the basics and look at some unconventional wisdom when it comes to deploying software. Large installers, complex installers, repackaging, and more- we'll take a look at best practices that fit. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
Tools to aid in automatic deployments of Windows 8. This includes The Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK), Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and System Center 2012 Configuration Manager.
WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile and DockerDavid Currie
Presentation from IBM InterConnect 2015 covering a brief introduction to Docker, the relationship between IBM and Docker, and then using WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile under Docker.
No BS, Vendor Neutral Comparison of Application Layering SolutionsUnidesk Corporation
Application layering is quickly becoming the standard for application packaging and lifecycle management. As this innovative technology has become mainstream, many vendors are bringing layering solutions to market. EUC Expert, Ron Oglesby cuts through the marketing BS to provide a vendor-neutral overview of Citrix AppDisk, FSLogix, Liquidware Labs FlexApp, Unidesk, and VMware App Volumes. Ron worked directly with experts in each of the products including third-party consultants, founders, CTOs, and product managers to develop the content for this session.
WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile and DockerDavid Currie
Latest incarnation of my Liberty and Docker presentation including coverage of the Java EE7 images and the auto-scaling beta. As presented to the UK WebSphere User Group on 1 October 2015.
London VMUG - Upgrade vSphere 5.5 to 6.5Dean Lewis
Mid Feb, one of the London VMUG leaders posted on twitter, looking for someone to present on the subject of "upgrading from vSphere 5.5 to vSphere 6.5". This is not a step by step GUI how to guide, but covers the considerations you need to think about.
SharePoint on demand with System Center - Matija BlagusSPC Adriatics
This session will demonstrate how to create SharePoint 2013 (and 2010) environment in your private cloud on demand. System Center family of product allow you to create SharePoint environments very easily and on demand. In demonstration we will show how to create templates that will be automatically created with System Center Virtual Machine Manager. This is a great feature that you can use for testing and development purposes. In this session will be also covered basics of other System Center products that can help you with provisioning, managing and orchestrating SharePoint environments.
In this session we will cover the advantages and use cases for utilizing Scripted Installs when deploying Windows. We will look into how to create, modify, and deploy scripted installs also. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
In this session we will explore K2000 Imaging. Exercises will include what’s needed to be done prior to capturing an image and after it is applied. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
Learn how to be more efficient with the K2000. Attend this session to see how to take advantage of all the features to optimize your workflow. Find out more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
This intermediate course will go beyond the basics and look at some unconventional wisdom when it comes to deploying software. Large installers, complex installers, repackaging, and more- we'll take a look at best practices that fit. Learn more: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
Tools to aid in automatic deployments of Windows 8. This includes The Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK), Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) and System Center 2012 Configuration Manager.
WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile and DockerDavid Currie
Presentation from IBM InterConnect 2015 covering a brief introduction to Docker, the relationship between IBM and Docker, and then using WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile under Docker.
No BS, Vendor Neutral Comparison of Application Layering SolutionsUnidesk Corporation
Application layering is quickly becoming the standard for application packaging and lifecycle management. As this innovative technology has become mainstream, many vendors are bringing layering solutions to market. EUC Expert, Ron Oglesby cuts through the marketing BS to provide a vendor-neutral overview of Citrix AppDisk, FSLogix, Liquidware Labs FlexApp, Unidesk, and VMware App Volumes. Ron worked directly with experts in each of the products including third-party consultants, founders, CTOs, and product managers to develop the content for this session.
WebSphere Application Server Liberty Profile and DockerDavid Currie
Latest incarnation of my Liberty and Docker presentation including coverage of the Java EE7 images and the auto-scaling beta. As presented to the UK WebSphere User Group on 1 October 2015.
London VMUG - Upgrade vSphere 5.5 to 6.5Dean Lewis
Mid Feb, one of the London VMUG leaders posted on twitter, looking for someone to present on the subject of "upgrading from vSphere 5.5 to vSphere 6.5". This is not a step by step GUI how to guide, but covers the considerations you need to think about.
SharePoint on demand with System Center - Matija BlagusSPC Adriatics
This session will demonstrate how to create SharePoint 2013 (and 2010) environment in your private cloud on demand. System Center family of product allow you to create SharePoint environments very easily and on demand. In demonstration we will show how to create templates that will be automatically created with System Center Virtual Machine Manager. This is a great feature that you can use for testing and development purposes. In this session will be also covered basics of other System Center products that can help you with provisioning, managing and orchestrating SharePoint environments.
Practical management of development & QA environments for SharePoint 2013SharePointRadi
Speakers: Ognyan Guglev & Radi Atanassov
In this session we will share how we maintain our environments for development, quality assurance and demonstration purposes. We've put in a lot of thought into optimising what we do and to deliver a highly-available, performing experience to our delivery teams.
For our work we have over 90 farms, so the challenges in maintaining them are not insignificant. Due to advances in the SharePoint platform we believe it is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain SharePoint environments for every project, client or product. We have a strong requirement to be flexible and efficient on hardware and at the same time be able to spawn development environments on demand. Automation here with SCVMM is key to a sustainable work front.
We will discuss our goals as a consultancy company, how we deal with licenses, whether we prefer centralised or decentralised team environments, how to automate VM's with Service Center Virtual Machine Manager, how to deal with Microsoft SQL and Active Directory, DNS and IP addresses, what we do to make the developer's time as productive as possible and a whole set of other tips and tricks we put in place. We will also share our Apps development and Office 365 development landscapes.
Overall, this session is infrastructure focused, but will be valuable and practical both for administrators and developers, it will cover experiences for both sides of the spectrum.
Learn how to easily deploy your own System Center demo lab with just a few click using the PowerShell Deployment Toolkit (PDT). Next, spend a few minutes using every System Center 2012 R2 component, including Virtual Machine Manager, Operations Manager, Configuration Manager, Service Manager, App Controller, Data Protection Manager, and Endpoint Protection. Finally, connect several systems together to create your own Orchestrator Runbook.
OpenStack Summit 2013 Hong Kong - OpenStack and WindowsAlessandro Pilotti
OpenStack summit session about how to deploy Windows instances using Cloudbase-Init and Heat!
The session takes care of explaining all the issues you might encounter, for example how to choose the rioght KVM VirtIO drivers.
Our engineers will help you understand what's under the covers of your K1000 and dig into some advanced topics, so you can have a deeper understanding of this systems management platform: http://dell.to/1GDYpr8
Upgrading from WinS 2008/2008 R2 to WinS 2012iTawy Community
- Why Upgrade to Windows Server 2012?
- Operating System Hardware and Disk Space Requirements
- Supported Windows Clients and Servers
- Supported In-Place Upgrade Paths
- Functional Levels, Operation Master Roles, Active Directory Considerations
- Migration Tools for Windows Server 2012
- Hyper-V and Virtual Machines Considerations
- Summary
Now that we have Visual Studio and our Windows Azure account let’s install Kentico CMS! So many choices – Virtual Machine, Cloud Services, Website, Kentico +. In this session we will look at the various options and how this is done.
Speaker: Thom Robbins, Chief Evangelist Kentico CMS
Gamify Your Mind; The Secret Sauce to Delivering Success, Continuously Improv...Shahin Sheidaei
Games are powerful teaching tools, fostering hands-on engagement and fun. But they require careful consideration to succeed. Join me to explore factors in running and selecting games, ensuring they serve as effective teaching tools. Learn to maintain focus on learning objectives while playing, and how to measure the ROI of gaming in education. Discover strategies for pitching gaming to leadership. This session offers insights, tips, and examples for coaches, team leads, and enterprise leaders seeking to teach from simple to complex concepts.
Top 7 Unique WhatsApp API Benefits | Saudi ArabiaYara Milbes
Discover the transformative power of the WhatsApp API in our latest SlideShare presentation, "Top 7 Unique WhatsApp API Benefits." In today's fast-paced digital era, effective communication is crucial for both personal and professional success. Whether you're a small business looking to enhance customer interactions or an individual seeking seamless communication with loved ones, the WhatsApp API offers robust capabilities that can significantly elevate your experience.
In this presentation, we delve into the top 7 distinctive benefits of the WhatsApp API, provided by the leading WhatsApp API service provider in Saudi Arabia. Learn how to streamline customer support, automate notifications, leverage rich media messaging, run scalable marketing campaigns, integrate secure payments, synchronize with CRM systems, and ensure enhanced security and privacy.
Providing Globus Services to Users of JASMIN for Environmental Data AnalysisGlobus
JASMIN is the UK’s high-performance data analysis platform for environmental science, operated by STFC on behalf of the UK Natural Environment Research Council (NERC). In addition to its role in hosting the CEDA Archive (NERC’s long-term repository for climate, atmospheric science & Earth observation data in the UK), JASMIN provides a collaborative platform to a community of around 2,000 scientists in the UK and beyond, providing nearly 400 environmental science projects with working space, compute resources and tools to facilitate their work. High-performance data transfer into and out of JASMIN has always been a key feature, with many scientists bringing model outputs from supercomputers elsewhere in the UK, to analyse against observational or other model data in the CEDA Archive. A growing number of JASMIN users are now realising the benefits of using the Globus service to provide reliable and efficient data movement and other tasks in this and other contexts. Further use cases involve long-distance (intercontinental) transfers to and from JASMIN, and collecting results from a mobile atmospheric radar system, pushing data to JASMIN via a lightweight Globus deployment. We provide details of how Globus fits into our current infrastructure, our experience of the recent migration to GCSv5.4, and of our interest in developing use of the wider ecosystem of Globus services for the benefit of our user community.
Understanding Globus Data Transfers with NetSageGlobus
NetSage is an open privacy-aware network measurement, analysis, and visualization service designed to help end-users visualize and reason about large data transfers. NetSage traditionally has used a combination of passive measurements, including SNMP and flow data, as well as active measurements, mainly perfSONAR, to provide longitudinal network performance data visualization. It has been deployed by dozens of networks world wide, and is supported domestically by the Engagement and Performance Operations Center (EPOC), NSF #2328479. We have recently expanded the NetSage data sources to include logs for Globus data transfers, following the same privacy-preserving approach as for Flow data. Using the logs for the Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC) as an example, this talk will walk through several different example use cases that NetSage can answer, including: Who is using Globus to share data with my institution, and what kind of performance are they able to achieve? How many transfers has Globus supported for us? Which sites are we sharing the most data with, and how is that changing over time? How is my site using Globus to move data internally, and what kind of performance do we see for those transfers? What percentage of data transfers at my institution used Globus, and how did the overall data transfer performance compare to the Globus users?
Navigating the Metaverse: A Journey into Virtual Evolution"Donna Lenk
Join us for an exploration of the Metaverse's evolution, where innovation meets imagination. Discover new dimensions of virtual events, engage with thought-provoking discussions, and witness the transformative power of digital realms."
Graspan: A Big Data System for Big Code AnalysisAftab Hussain
We built a disk-based parallel graph system, Graspan, that uses a novel edge-pair centric computation model to compute dynamic transitive closures on very large program graphs.
We implement context-sensitive pointer/alias and dataflow analyses on Graspan. An evaluation of these analyses on large codebases such as Linux shows that their Graspan implementations scale to millions of lines of code and are much simpler than their original implementations.
These analyses were used to augment the existing checkers; these augmented checkers found 132 new NULL pointer bugs and 1308 unnecessary NULL tests in Linux 4.4.0-rc5, PostgreSQL 8.3.9, and Apache httpd 2.2.18.
- Accepted in ASPLOS ‘17, Xi’an, China.
- Featured in the tutorial, Systemized Program Analyses: A Big Data Perspective on Static Analysis Scalability, ASPLOS ‘17.
- Invited for presentation at SoCal PLS ‘16.
- Invited for poster presentation at PLDI SRC ‘16.
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Developing Distributed High-performance Computing Capabilities of an Open Sci...Globus
COVID-19 had an unprecedented impact on scientific collaboration. The pandemic and its broad response from the scientific community has forged new relationships among public health practitioners, mathematical modelers, and scientific computing specialists, while revealing critical gaps in exploiting advanced computing systems to support urgent decision making. Informed by our team’s work in applying high-performance computing in support of public health decision makers during the COVID-19 pandemic, we present how Globus technologies are enabling the development of an open science platform for robust epidemic analysis, with the goal of collaborative, secure, distributed, on-demand, and fast time-to-solution analyses to support public health.
Unleash Unlimited Potential with One-Time Purchase
BoxLang is more than just a language; it's a community. By choosing a Visionary License, you're not just investing in your success, you're actively contributing to the ongoing development and support of BoxLang.
First Steps with Globus Compute Multi-User EndpointsGlobus
In this presentation we will share our experiences around getting started with the Globus Compute multi-user endpoint. Working with the Pharmacology group at the University of Auckland, we have previously written an application using Globus Compute that can offload computationally expensive steps in the researcher's workflows, which they wish to manage from their familiar Windows environments, onto the NeSI (New Zealand eScience Infrastructure) cluster. Some of the challenges we have encountered were that each researcher had to set up and manage their own single-user globus compute endpoint and that the workloads had varying resource requirements (CPUs, memory and wall time) between different runs. We hope that the multi-user endpoint will help to address these challenges and share an update on our progress here.
Essentials of Automations: The Art of Triggers and Actions in FMESafe Software
In this second installment of our Essentials of Automations webinar series, we’ll explore the landscape of triggers and actions, guiding you through the nuances of authoring and adapting workspaces for seamless automations. Gain an understanding of the full spectrum of triggers and actions available in FME, empowering you to enhance your workspaces for efficient automation.
We’ll kick things off by showcasing the most commonly used event-based triggers, introducing you to various automation workflows like manual triggers, schedules, directory watchers, and more. Plus, see how these elements play out in real scenarios.
Whether you’re tweaking your current setup or building from the ground up, this session will arm you with the tools and insights needed to transform your FME usage into a powerhouse of productivity. Join us to discover effective strategies that simplify complex processes, enhancing your productivity and transforming your data management practices with FME. Let’s turn complexity into clarity and make your workspaces work wonders!
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Recreation management software streamlines operations by automating key tasks such as scheduling, registration, and payment processing, reducing manual workload and errors. It provides centralized management of facilities, classes, and events, ensuring efficient resource allocation and facility usage. The software offers user-friendly online portals for easy access to bookings and program information, enhancing customer experience. Real-time reporting and data analytics deliver insights into attendance and preferences, aiding in strategic decision-making. Additionally, effective communication tools keep participants and staff informed with timely updates. Overall, recreation management software enhances efficiency, improves service delivery, and boosts customer satisfaction.
OpenFOAM solver for Helmholtz equation, helmholtzFoam / helmholtzBubbleFoamtakuyayamamoto1800
In this slide, we show the simulation example and the way to compile this solver.
In this solver, the Helmholtz equation can be solved by helmholtzFoam. Also, the Helmholtz equation with uniformly dispersed bubbles can be simulated by helmholtzBubbleFoam.
OpenMetadata Community Meeting - 5th June 2024OpenMetadata
The OpenMetadata Community Meeting was held on June 5th, 2024. In this meeting, we discussed about the data quality capabilities that are integrated with the Incident Manager, providing a complete solution to handle your data observability needs. Watch the end-to-end demo of the data quality features.
* How to run your own data quality framework
* What is the performance impact of running data quality frameworks
* How to run the test cases in your own ETL pipelines
* How the Incident Manager is integrated
* Get notified with alerts when test cases fail
Watch the meeting recording here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UbNOje0kf6E
GraphSummit Paris - The art of the possible with Graph TechnologyNeo4j
Sudhir Hasbe, Chief Product Officer, Neo4j
Join us as we explore breakthrough innovations enabled by interconnected data and AI. Discover firsthand how organizations use relationships in data to uncover contextual insights and solve our most pressing challenges – from optimizing supply chains, detecting fraud, and improving customer experiences to accelerating drug discoveries.
3. idea. plan. deliver.
• Enrique Lima
• enrique@thinkalm.com
• Principal Consultant / Owner
• Microsoft v-TSP BPIO / CoreIO / APPIO
• Microsoft Certified Trainer – Regional Lead – East US
• Member of the Geekswithblogs.net Community - Influencer
▫ http://geekswithblogs.net/enriquelima
• @enriquelima - twitter.com/enriquelima
• Member of INETA
Who am I?
6. idea. plan. deliver.
• We deploy servers for test, development, proof of concept, etc.
• We need it quick
• Saving VMs as templates
• A lot, wait, again, a lot of manual work.
• Tedious and repeatable
Our reality
7. idea. plan. deliver.
Let’s talk about the reality
Answer: 1
Answer: Too long!
Answer: I lost count somewhere around 500
Answer: What on earth is post-setup integration?
Answer: Don’t worry, there may be some good news towards the end of this session!
16. idea. plan. deliver.
Before you start – XML Editing
• Get a good XML editor
▫ Notepad++
▫ Visual Studio
▫ PowerShell ISE
17. idea. plan. deliver.
• Spin drives vs. SSD
• Memory
• Windows 8.1 Update 1 vs. Windows Server 2012 vs. Windows Server
2012 R2
Hardware / Software
18. idea. plan. deliver.
• Get PDT
• Customize the settings on Variable.xml
• Run Downloader.ps1
• Create Parent VHDX files
• Run VMCreator.ps1
PDT – The Process
19. idea. plan. deliver.
Define your deployment – Variable.xml
User and company name
Installer service account and password
Source path
Optional – product keys
Usually just service account and password
Database roles must specify SQL instance name
Version
Admin group
20. idea. plan. deliver.
Download all the bits – Downloader.ps1
Prerequisites e.g. -
SQL Native Client, Report Viewer, WSUS
SQL Server 2012, SP1, and CU8
SQL Server 2008 R2 and SP2
SharePoint 2010 Foundation
Management Packs
Integration Packs
ADKSetup.exe download
Configuration Manager setupdl.exe download
Self-extracting exe
WebPI for Windows Azure Pack Web Sites
SQL Server 2008 R2 SP2
Windows Server 2012/Windows 8
WinRAR or 7-Zip
Web Platform Installer
Downloader.ps1 -DeploymentOnly
Windows Server 2012
System Center Components
New! Warning messages for items not downloaded
22. idea. plan. deliver.
Install each server OS – VMCreator.ps1
PDT can use existing servers, physical or virtual, any virtualization platform
Requirements - Windows Server, domain joined, WinRM enabled, administrator permissions
How many servers are in your deployment?
Hyper-V host, VM name, processor, memory, network adapter, OS disk, data disks, domain to join
Full example in default Variable.xml in PDT
e.g. Different Hyper-V hosts, VM name, memory, OS disk
Creates VM, joins domain, enables WinRM, add installer service account to administrators
23. idea. plan. deliver.
First VM created as domain controller for new Active Directory forest
Media copied to DC during virtual hard disk creation
All other VMs are created but wait for Active Directory setup to complete before starting
Once Active Directory setup is complete, DC waits for all other VMs to start and join domain
DC automatically runs Installer.ps1
Include minimum of 2 data disks with DC for Active Directory database and log files
VMCreator with Active Directory
24. idea. plan. deliver.
Everything else! - Installer.ps1
Manages validation, sequencing, dependencies
Manages reboots where required
Gracefully handles cascading failures
For each server, simultaneously:
Administrators
Windows Roles and Features
SQL Clusters – with dependencies between cluster nodes
SQL
Prerequisites
With cross server dependencies:
Roles
Integration and Configuration
25. idea. plan. deliver.
The “Knowledge” in PDT – Workflow.xml
All “knowledge” is in Workflow.xml
Workflow.xml defines everything we know about deploying System Center
Roles
Requirements – validation, Windows roles and features, prerequisites
Dependencies on other roles
Integrations between roles
Firewall
Installables
Downloads
Installs
Default settings – global, component, SQL
26. idea. plan. deliver.
Validation
Validates settings in Variable.xml for…
FQDN, dependencies, role combinations, role instance count,
required variables, SQL instances, media
Validates against Active Directory for…
Service accounts and passwords, other security principals - groups
Validates against target servers for…
Server exists, administrator access, clusters, WinRM, Task Scheduler,
credentials policy, operating system version, file access, certificates, minimum memory
27. idea. plan. deliver.
Extenders – work with all PDT scripts
Filename must match Extender*.xml, and be in same location as Workflow.xml
Extender*.xml merged in memory with Workflow.xml
Extender entries are added at end of existing sections
Installer.ps1 -SkipValidation RolesCombination
Veeam Management Pack for VMware
GridPro Request Management for WAP
Operations Manager MPs
28. idea. plan. deliver.
Custom setup and post installer
VMCreator.ps1 –Setup <path>
Requires a folder with the name of the VM in <path>
Requires a PowerShell script with the name of the VM in that folder
Script will be run against that VM using autologon during initial VM startup
VMCreator.ps1 with AD – DC waits for custom setup to complete before running Installer.ps1
PostInstaller.ps1 in same location as Installer.ps1
Automatically run after successful completion of Installer.ps1
Must use remoting for configuration of any systems other than the one running Installer.ps1
29. idea. plan. deliver.
-MaxStage
1Admin – Adds service accounts to local administrator groups
2ServerFeatures – Installs Windows Roles and Features
3SQLClusters – Installs SQL clustered instances
4SQL – Installs SQL standalone instances
5Prereqs – Installs prerequisites
6Roles – Installs roles
7Integration – Completes integration and configuration
30. idea. plan. deliver.
GUIs!!!
Developed by Microsoft service provider team
Available to service provider partners only
Delivered as a USB stick with all media
Limited to specific deployment scenarios relevant to service provider team
Developed by a partner, Elanity Network Partner
UI for creation and editing of Variable.xml
31. idea. plan. deliver.
PowerShell Deployment Toolkit
http://aka.ms/DownloadPDT
http://aka.ms/GetToKnowPDT
http://aka.ms/PDTVideo
Configuration Manager software distribution
Virtual Machine Manager virtual machine creation
Virtual Machine Manager service deployment and servicing