Course Details
In this course, you will learn how to implement, configure, secure, and monitor a Citrix NetScaler system with NetScaler Gateway in a desktop virtualization environment (such as one containing Citrix XenDesktop 7 or Citrix XenApp) while providing secure application and data access to users. This course is designed specifically for learners who have limited or no previous NetScaler experience. In order to successfully complete this course, you will have access to hands-on exercises within a virtual lab environment. An optional module on NetScaler SDX appliances is included with reinforcement simulation exercises.
This course is based on the Citrix NetScaler 10.5 product, but the skills and fundamental concepts learned are common to earlier product versions.
Course Prerequisites
- Familiarity with application delivery and cloud networking
- Experience with Citrix desktop virtualization technologies, such as XenDesktop and XenApp
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2
- Familiarity with Microsoft Windows Server 2012
- Experience with Microsoft SQL Server or enterprise database servers
- Experience with Active Directory and Group Policy
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Remote Desktop Services
- Basic understanding of Windows Server networking concepts, such as DNS, IIS©, and load balancing
- Exposure to basic system administration concepts, including logging, software upgrade procedures, and high availability operations
- Familiarity with server monitoring tools
- Basic understanding of VPN concepts, including SSL encryption and certificates
Course Agenda
- 1. Getting Started
- 2. Basic Networking
- 3. High Availability
- 4. Basic Load Balancing
- 5. Securing NetScaler
- 6. AppExpert Classic Policy Engine
- 7. Authentication and Authorization
- 8. Access Policies
- 9. End-User Access and Experience
- 10. Integrating NetScaler Gateway with XenApp and XenDesktop
- 11. AppExpert Default Policy Engine
- 12. Global Server Load Balancing
- 13. Monitoring and Management
- 14. Troubleshooting
- 15. NetScaler SDX Addendum