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Created byPaul Hill, Robert Hill

Last updated 7/2024

English

What you'll learn

The exact steps for building an IT lab at home so you can fully learn and experiment with SCCM while you’re taking the course (a must for developing true hands-on experience)
Specific recommendations for implementing SCCM in a production environment, regardless if you’re doing a small single-site or a large-scale, globally distributed deployment
How to install and configure SCCM from the ground up, including downloading and installing SCCM, SQL, and all of the necessary server roles and schema
How to use the Configuration Manager Console, including managing users, creating boundary groups, and user discovery methods
How to create and push out applications to the Windows PCs on your network to the appropriate users (plus how to monitor whether it’s progress and any errors that pop up)
How to deploy an Operating System (in this case a Windows 10 image and software package) to a machine on your network, without worrying about making an “OMG what did I do?” type mistake
How to use User and Device Collections to organize and group resources for easy application, admin role, and client deployment
How to integrate Endpoint Protection with SCCM to prevent network security threats and keep your users safe

Course content

14 sections • 107 lectures • 9h 15m total length

Instructor Introduction - Paul Hill3:09
Hi my name is Paul Hill and I will be co-instructing this course along with Robert. In this quick video I am going to introduce myself to you so you can learn more about me.
Instructor Introduction - Robert Hill2:08
Hi, my name is Robert Hill. I will be co-instructing this course along with Paul Hill. In this video I will introduce myself to you highlighting my IT background as an Engineering Technologist.
How to take this course5:55
In this lecture I am going to help you learn how you can take full advantage of this course! If you have taken Udemy courses before, you might consider skipping this lecture as it is intended for new students.
System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) 2016 Overview and Features7:57
In this lecture we will describe the feature set for System Center Configuration Manager. At the end of this lecture you will acquire a basic understanding of the capabilities of SCCM
Prerequisites in a Production Environment11:59
In this lecture the student will gain a basic understanding of the requirements needed to successfully deploy SCCM.
SCCM Overview
Important Please Read! New Software needed for your lab0:06

Asset Management6:15
The student will get an overview of Asset Management, which consists of the management of Computers, Servers and Software.
Administrative Tasks4:39
This lecture is about the tasks that a SCCM admin would normally perform.
Client Management Part 16:46
In this lecture the student will get an overview of Application Management, Operating System Deployment, and Software Updates
Client Management Part 25:06
In this lecture the student will receive an overview of Compliance settings, Client Health, Endpoint Protection and Power Management .

Lab Overview4:19
Explore building a lab with three virtual machines for Microsoft SCCM, choose your preferred virtualization tech, and configure a domain controller with AD DS, DNS, DHCP, and an OU structure.
Downloading and Installing VirtualBox1:50
Download and install VirtualBox on a Windows 10 PC using the default options, handle networking interface popups, and remember you can use any virtualization technology.
Creating Your NAT Network and VMs3:55
Create a NAT network in VirtualBox and set up three VMs—a domain controller, an Sxm server, and a Windows 10 workstation—and connect them to the same network for ISO mounting.
Downloading and Mounting Server 2019 ISO3:02
Download Windows Server 2019 ISO from the Microsoft Eval Center, select English, save it to the S drive ISO folder, and mount the ISO to VirtualBox VMs.
Installing Windows Server 2019 Part 13:47
Install Windows Server 2019 on two virtual machines, mounting the ISO, increasing CPU power, and setting identical administrator passwords, with step-by-step guidance for a lab environment.
Installing Windows Server 2019 Part 23:01
Install VirtualBox guest additions on Windows Server 2019 and the SCCM server by mounting the guest additions CD image, running the installer, and rebooting.
Downloading and Mounting Windows 10 ISO2:23
If you have problems with the 1809 version try the 1903 version of Windows 10
7-27-2024 New Updated Software Links for MECM - Use this for your Lab0:03
Here are the links for the latest software for your LAB
5-7-2022 New Updated Software Links for MECM Course - Use this for your LAB0:04
5-23-2022 - Here is all the latest software that you should need for your lab.
Installing Windows 103:56
Install Windows 10 Pro on a VM with custom installation on unallocated space, choose Pro not Home for domain join capability, then mount and install VirtualBox Guest Additions and reboot.
Configuring SADC0114:34
Configure the Windows Server 2019 domain controller dc01 by renaming the server, setting a static ip, and enabling dns and dhcp, then promote to server academy and create organizational units.
Configuring our SAWS01 Workstation3:56
Rename the Windows 10 workstation and join it to the Server Academy domain, then verify ipconfig output and perform ping tests to confirm connectivity.
Configuring our SASCCM01 Server5:01
Configure the SASCCM01 server by setting a static IP address 192.168.1.11, DNS server 192.168.1.10, and default gateway 192.168.1.1; rename it to ACM01 and join the server to the serveracademy.com domain.

SCCM Compatability Check2:12
Learn how to verify Windows 10 version and ADK compatibility with ConfigMgr for SCCM 1902 in production networks, using the compatibility chart and Windows settings checks.
Download Required SCCM Software2:06
You may download the files you need for SCCM 1902 in this lecture.
Installing the ADK2:23
Install the adk on the sccm server using the offline installer, select deployment tools and usmt, completing the Windows assessment and deployment kit setup for sccm lab environments.
Creating the System Management Container3:38
Create system management container in Active Directory via ADSI Edit to store SCCM information like client installation and site assignment; grant control to SCCM computer account for all descendant objects.
Creating Domain User Accounts for SCCM7:36
Create domain user accounts for SCCM, including a SQL service account and admin groups, assign members, and configure log on as a service using local gpedit on the SCCM server.
Extending the Active Directory Schema5:20
Extend the Active Directory schema for SCCM by locating the schema master, preparing a shared installer folder, and running the extension script to successfully extend the schema.
Configure Windows Firewall with Group Policy for SCCM7:04
Create and link a group policy object to configure Windows firewall rules for SCCM clients, including inbound file and printer sharing and WMI, then verify with gpupdate and gpresult.
Installing SQL Server 20179:13
install sql server 2017 for sccm 1902 by selecting evaluation, verifying compatibility with sql server versions, setting collation, and configuring service accounts and memory.
Installing The SCCM Dependant Server Roles2:58
In this Lecture you will learn how to install WSUS
Installing System Center Configuration Manager (download prereq. fix.pdf)4:54
If you are experiencing "An error has occurred while attempting to download or verify required prerequisites components and setup cannot continue."
Please download the file called Prerequisite Error fix.pdf and try that version of Configuration Manager.

SCCM Console Overview Part 112:02
In this lecture you will gain a basic understanding of the components and structure of the CM Console.
SCCM Console Overview Part 29:52
In this lecture you will gain a basic understanding of the components and structure of the CM Console.
Site System Roles9:04
In this lecture the student will receive an overview of all the Site System Roles needed in SCCM.
Create the user paul.hill0:08
Creating and Managing Administrative Users8:03
This lecture will show you how you can create and manage Administrative users within the SCCM console. By default, the account you used to install SCCM is often added as an administrator, but many times you will need to authorize other accounts for the Admin role within SCCM.
Creating Boundary and Boundary Groups3:40
In this lecture you are going to learn how to create a boundary and boundary group within the SCCM console. In System Center 2012 Configuration Manager, a boundary is a network location on the intranet that can contain one or more devices that you want to manage.
Client and User Discovery Methods7:40
In this lecture we are going to discuss the various methods you can configure discovery of clients and / or users.
Configuration Manager Basics

Preparing for Client Installations with Group Policy11:51
In this lecture you are going to learn how you can deploy the SCCM client with Group Policy. This is useful when you are unable to configure the client push method, and the manual installation is unpractical.
Client Push Installation10:51
In this lecture you are going to learn how to deploy the SCCM client with the client push installation method. This is the preferred way to install the SCCM client across your domain, but there are other methods that we will also discuss.
Deploying the SCCM Client with Group Policy16:38
Deploy the SCCM client via group policy by creating a shared install folder, copying the CMSetup.msi, and linking a GPO to the target OU to run the client installation.
Manual Client Installation6:17
If all else fails, you can resort to the manual client installation method. This is generally only done for testing purposes, but I wanted to make sure I covered it so you would understand how you can manually install the SCCM client on a workstation!
Deploying the SCCM Client

Understanding Windows ADK Compatibility4:26
In this lecture, I will introduce you to Windows ADK and Windows PE. I will explain the importance of getting it right when it comes to downloading and installing the correct compatible software for your Infrastructure or your Lab.
Configuration Manager Update Overview5:43
In this section, I will show you how to:
1. Analyze our Current SCCM Configuration
2. Then we will Update Configuration Manager
3. Then we will Analyze the Configuration Changes in the CM Console
Installing Version 1903 of the ADK and Windows PE1:44
In this lecture I will show you how to install the ADK 1903 and Windows PE on your SCCM server.
Updating SCCM4:21
In this lecture I will show you how to perform an in-console update of SCCM
Verifying the Update4:40
In this lecture I will show you what components to check to verify the success of your Configuration Manager in-console update
Updating Configuration Manager

Collections Overview and the Direct Rule9:10
In this lecture, we will do an overview of the collection process, then I will show you how to create several different types of collections.
Creating Include - Exclude Collections5:15
In this lecture I will show you how to create an Include or Exclude Collection, which enables you to Include or exclude members from another collection.
Query based User and Device Collections Introduction1:43
In the next series of lectures I will give you detailed examples of creating query based user and device collections then I will give you challenges for each type of collection so that you can apply what you have learned.
Query Based User and Device Collections - Example #14:51
In this lecture I’m going to show you how to create a query based user collection that will pull Users from a specific OU into a User Collection.
Query Based User Collections Example #23:07
In this lecture, we will create a Query Rule that pulls users from AD, based upon that users AD account Properties.
Query Based User Collection Challenge #12:08
In this challenge you will create a query based user collection that pulls users from the Domain Admins group into a user collection called Query AD.
Query Based Device Collection Example #13:18
In this lecture I will guide you through creating a Device Collection. Then I will show you how to create a query rule that will tell you which server is running the DNS service.
4 Challenges - Pull Devices into a Device Collection1:48
In this lecture you will have the opportunity to complete 4 Query based device collection challenges. Just follow the guide that came with this lecture to complete these challenges.
Role Based Administration (Administrative Security Roles)2:23
Before we dive in and assign a user collection to a Security Role. We need to understand the benefits of using security roles.
Assigning a User Collection to an Administrative Security Role9:50
In this Lecture you will learn how to assign a user collection to an Administrative Security Role within SCCM. A Security Role is assigned to a user or a group of users. This role defines what that group or user is allowed to do within the Configuration Manager Console. We will go through the steps to assign the SCCM Admin Group the "Full Administrator" Security Roll, then we will change the security roll and demonstrate the results
Using Collections to Turn-on the Remote Control Feature10:06
Remote control or remote desktop is used extensively. In this lecture you will learn how to use collections to turn on remote control on a windows desktop computer.
Deploying Power Management To a Collection6:14
In this lecture you will learn how to deploy power management to a device collection. Keep in mind Microsoft claims that Power Management is not supported on virtual machines so we cannot test this in our lab. The information has been provided so that you can implement PM in your organization.
Using a Collection to Enforce a Maintenance Window4:10
In this lecture you will learn the value of implementing a maintenance window, especially when you have to push updates or deploy software outside of normal business hours.
User and Device Collections

Application Management Overview4:15
In this section you will gain experience creating MSI and EXE based applications and packages.
Creating an Application using an MSI Part 19:24
In this lecture, we will create an application using an MSI.
Creating an Application using an MSI Part 29:12
In this lecture, we will create an application using an MSI. We will also create a 32 bit deployment type.
Supersedence Part 17:29
In this lecture I will teach you how to upgrade the 7-Zip application.
Supersedence Part 27:58
In this lecture I will teach you how to upgrade the 7-Zip application.
Creating an Application using an EXE15:45
In this lecture, we are going to create an application based upon an EXE. We will be using Google Chrome.exe
Creating an Application that Requires Approval12:21
In this lecture, we will create an application that requires administrative approval. We will deploy Notepad ++ and create an EXE installer.
Creating an Application Using the Package Model8:55
In this lecture we will create a package using XmlNotepad.msi
Uninstalling an Application4:34
In the previous lecture, we created a package called XML Notepad. Now I will show you how to create an uninstall program, to uninstall XML notepad.
Monitoring Applications3:34
In this video, you will learn how to monitor the deployment state of an application. The state being whether the deployment was successful, in progress, in error, requirements not met, or unknown.
Application Management

Creating the Windows 10 Collection0:03
OSD - The Basics3:07
In this lecture you will learn the basics of OSD, the benefits, including OSD terminology that you will need to understand for this section
Creating a Folder for the Captured Image0:24
Stop - Complete this step (Create a folder for the Captured Image)
Adding an O/S to Configuration Manager6:07
In this lecture, you will learn how to add an operating system to configuration manager.
Creating a Task Sequence4:58
In this lecture you will learn how to create and deploy a task sequence for OSD deployment.
Enabling PXE Support, Configuring WDS3:31
In this lecture you will learn how to configure PXE boot for your distribution point. Also you will learn how to configure Windows server to allow DHCP and WDS to co-exist on the same server.
O/S Deployment

Requirements

No paid software required - we will be using free and evaluation software to complete hands-on training
Administrative rights on your domain (if you choose not to use the lab)
Experience with Active Directory and Group Policy is helpful but not necessary
Be ready to get your hands dirty and install and administrate SCCM during the course… no “I’ll do it later” style learning here

Description

NEWS FLASH - Please read as of 6/24/2020

You asked for it, and we listened. So now you got it!! We have just updated the course with nearly 3 1/2 hours of NEW videos. Now you can update SCCM to version 1910 or the latest 2002. And much, much more to come!

If you’ve made it to this page, chances are you’re currently at SCCM Noob status (or are at least unfamiliar with the latest version), and you need to upgrade your skills FAST.

You’re either:

Already a Windows sysadmin who just had a newly installed SCCM server dropped into your lap, and now you have to figure out how to work it properly
An IT professional who’s recently been promoted into a role where “Congrats!” you’re now in charge of getting SCCM deployed for your entire organization (even though you have zero experience with it)
Working with a client and an SCCM install is part of your project scope, but you’ve never done it before
Experienced in SCCM 2012, but your organization has decided to move to a newer version of SCCM, and you need to know what’s changed and how the new features work
Or just simply an IT enthusiast looking to add another technical proficiency to your resume

Regardless where you’re starting from, the consensus is in:

The worst thing you could POSSIBLY do is jump into an SCCM production environment without understanding how to use it. Hang around sysadmin forums long enough, and you’ll hear the horror stories of re-imaging 1,000s of machines incorrectly and burning your business’s infrastructure to the ground.

Thankfully, that type of “gloom and doom” is incredibly rare. But the point remains: you need to find some effective SCCM training to get you up to speed before you jump in.

The problem is, most SCCM courses are books do more talking than showing, leaving you with a rough idea of what SCCM can do and how to use it... But mostly just half asleep at your desk, and still confused when you go to actually implement it.

We did something different.

With System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) For Beginners we’ve built the entire course around establishing a working test lab on your laptop and walking you through a real, functioning ConfigMgr environment.

Our goal is to teach you the fundamentals of SCCM as quickly and painlessly as possible, so that you can walk away from this course with the ability to deploy and administrate SCCM as soon as you’re done.

After taking this course you’ll be able to:

Install and configure SCCM from the ground up including downloading and installing the latest SCCM, SQL, and all of the necessary server roles and schema
Use the Configuration Manager Console, including managing users, creating boundary groups, and user discovery methods.
Create and push out applications to the Windows PCs on your network to the appropriate users (plus how to monitor whether it’s progress and any errors that pop up)
Deploy an Operating System to a machine on your network, without worrying about making an “OMG what did I do?” type mistake
Integrate Endpoint Protection with SCCM to prevent network security threats and keep your users safe
Update Configuration Manager to the latest version.
And overall, administrate the latest version of SCCM like a pro

All with easy-to-follow, high quality videos and downloadable reference PDFs.

No more scrolling through Microsoft forums trying to figure out which features apply to the latest version of SCCM, and which are outdated...

No more trying to decipher the “advanced” language you’ll find in SCCM communities online. That stuff may make sense to them, but boy is it rough for beginners...

And no need to attend expensive in-person training or trying to read through dense SCCM books that are filled with vast “wall-of-text” explanations and only a sparse screenshot here or there...

You can work at your own pace, watch us work through each configuration screen and pause where you need to, and you’ll have lifetime access to the material once you register.

But don’t just take our word for it though. Here’s what just a few of our IT students say about our courses:

“Great course! Paul and Robert do an amazing job here. Highly focused and straight to the main concepts, no fluff!” ~ Chris Vazquez

"Paul is a great instructor. The examples shown are easy to understand and follow. Love it." ~ David Murvai

“I picked this course due to the topics it covers but also the reviews that have been left and I have been very impressed with everything Paul has provided...” ~ Graham

“Very detailed course. Paul isn't boring and keeps you engaged throughout the course. I learnt some very important skills that will push my career forward. Thanks Paul!!” ~ Kevin Nedd

Plus, in addition to the core course content, you’ll also get:

Section follow-up quizzes to test your comprehension. What you’ll learn in the course won’t “stick” unless you make sure you’re not just watching and “thinking,” but putting your knowledge to the test… so we built that right into the course itself.
Direct access to the course instructors (Paul and Robert). You can ask questions and discuss the course content and how to deploy SCCM within your specific application.
Continually updated course content. We routinely amend and update the course content in response to your feedback and questions, as well as SCCM updates, so if there’s something else you’d like us to cover just ask!
A certificate of completion that you can put on your resume, show to your manager, and join the ranks of the SCCM administrators community... Something that could go a long way towards earning you a promotion and more job security.

So if you're ready to go from SCCM Noob to Expert in short order, you can instantly join the course today.

The best part about it?

You get a rock solid 30-day money back guarantee. So you can quite literally take the entire course, implement what you learned, and if you're unsatisfied for any reason whatsoever, request a full refund with no questions asked. Zero risk on your part.

All you have to do is click the green “Buy Now” button at the top right of your screen, and you can instantly access the course in under a minute.

Hope to see you inside!

Who this course is for:

System administrators looking to learn how to deploy and administrate SCCM at work
Individuals who have recently been promoted, moved into a new role, or have shifted departments and now to have to quickly get up to speed on how to run their organization’s SCCM setup
IT consultants who need to learn how to install and run SCCM for their clients
SCCM 2012 administrators who want to learn how to use the latest version of SCCM
IT professionals looking to get a job that requires SCCM as a skill, or who are just trying to expand their current skill set

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Course content

Getting Started with this Course6 lectures • 31min

SCCM Features and Capabilities4 lectures • 23min

SCCM 1902 Lab Setup13 lectures • 50min

SCCM Installation for Version 1902 - Newer software is available in Lecture 1710 lectures • 47min

Configuration Manager Basics7 lectures • 50min

Deploying The SCCM Client4 lectures • 46min

Updating SCCM5 lectures • 21min

User and Device Collections13 lectures • 1hr 4min

Application Management10 lectures • 1hr 23min

Operating System Deployment6 lectures • 18min

Requirements

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