Over 7 Hours of Exchange Server 2007 Training Teaches You Exchange Backup, Data Protection Manager (DPM), Mailbox Recovery, Server Recovery, Database Recovery and Much More!
If you want to develop hands-on experience in Exchange Server 2007 and learn the details of backup and recovery in Exchange 2007, then this course is for you! Whether you are looking to develop your own Exchange Backup and Recovery Architecture or install, configure, and use the Data Protection Manager, this course will guide you into becoming an Exchange Server 2007 expert.
Using real–world scenarios, you will learn how to backup your Exchange Server and recover important data. This course is your opportunity to get ahead of the curve and take your knowledge of Exchange Server 2007 to a more professional level.
Exchange Server 2007 Backup and Recovery Course FAQs
"What skills or knowledge do I need before starting this course?"
You should have a basic understanding of how to navigate Exchange Server 2007.
"Do I need any special equipment to complete this training course?"
NO All you need is a computer with Internet Explorer and a media player; however, working hands-on with the Exchange Server 2007 software may enhance your training experience.
Exchange Server 2007 Backup and Recovery
Course Outline
Video 1
Introduction
Get a first look at the scenario we will be using throughout the course, learn who your instructor is, and find out what you can expect in the course.
Key Points:
* Instructor Introduction
* Lab Setup
* Topics We'll Cover
* How this Course Works
Video 2
Exchange Backup and Recovery Architecture Overview
Be prepared when disaster strikes! In this video you will discover how to develop your own backup and recovery architecture, so that you will know what your recovery point objective is and what your recovery time objective should be, before a crisis occurs.
Key Points:
* Recovery Principles
* Recovery Point Objective (RPO)
* Recovery Time Objective (RTO)
* Retention Range
* Database Architecture
* File Backup
* Open–File Backups
* Brick–Level Backups
* Streaming Backup Overview
* The Streaming Backup Process
* The Streaming Backup Process
* Volume Shadowcopy Service (VSS) Backups
* The VSS Backup Process
* Recovery Storage Groups
* Clustering and High Availability
Video 3
General Practices
It is important to understand certain aspects of backup and recovery that are not specific to Windows Server 2003 or Windows Server 2008. To truly be able to implement a backup and recovery solution you need to understand more than just how to use the Windows native backup tools. This video will fill in the gaps when it comes to the general practices of backup and recovery.
Key Points:
* Database Placement
* Sizing Databases
* The Mailbox Server Role Storage Requirements Calculator
* Retention Principles
* Setting Retention
* Deleted Item Recovery
* System State
* Database Portability
* Best Practices
Video 4
Native Exchange Backup on Server 2003
In this video we will focus specifically on the built in backup tools in a Windows Server 2003 environment.
Key Points:
* Offline Backup
* Streaming Backup
* Best Practices
Video 5
Native Exchange Backup on Server 2008
In this video we will focus specifically on the built in backup tools in a Windows Server 2008 environment.
Key Points:
* Overview of Backup Options on Server 2008
* NTBackup on Server 2008
* Using Remote Streaming Backup with NTBackup
* The Volume Shadowcopy Service (VSS) Backup Snap–In
* Backing Up with VSS
* Troubleshooting VSS
* Best Practices
Video 6
DPM Architecture and Requirements
In this video you will learn everything you need to know about how to prepare to use the Data Protection Manager. This includes: installation preperation, licensing and even clustering.
Key Points:
* How Data Protection Manager (DPM) Works
* DPM Concepts
* Diagram 1: Disc Allocation, Protection Groups, Storage Pools, and More
* Diagram 2: The File Express Backup Process
* Diagram 3: The Exchange Express Backup Process
* What DPM Requires
* DPM Licensing
* DPM and Clustering
* Best Practices
Video 7
DPM Installation and Configuration
This video will walk you through step–by–step installation and configuration of the Data Protection Manager.
Key Points:
* Install the Necessary Hotfix
* Prerequisite Check
* Installation Settings
* Install DPM
* Walkthrough the DPM 2007 Administrator Console
* Creating the Storage Pool
* Installing the DPM Agent
* Disabling and Uninstalling the DPM Agent
Video 8
Backing up with DPM
This video will show you how to begin backing up your Exchange 2007 databases using DPM. An emphasis will be placed on proper planning for your DPM backup so that you are in the best position to create the best possible backup.
Key Points:
* Creating a Protection Group
* Check the Results of the Protection Group Creation
* Monitoring Replication
* The Recovery, Reporting, and Management Tabs
* Best Practices
Video 9
Mailbox Recovery
There are multiple methods of Mailbox Recovery. We are going to work hands–on with each one so that you will be comfortable with any Mailbox Recovery method.
Key Points:
* Recovering a mailbox with NTBackup
* Recovering a mailbox from a Windows Backup
* Recovering a mailbox with DPM
* Best Practices
Video 10
Server and Database Recovery
It is inevitable that at some point a database or server will fail. When this happens, you need to know what your options are for recovery and how to implement your recovery plan. This video will not only teach you what your options are for recovery but will also demonstrate the actual restore and recovery processes that will keep the data in your databases and servers from disappearing for good.
Key Points:
* Restoring a Database Overview
* NTBackup Recovery to the Production Database
* DPM Recovery
* Dialtone Recovery
* Restore to a Separate Server Using DPM
* CAS Backup
* EDGE Backup
* Rebuilding a Failed EDGE Server
* Best Practices
Video 11
Alternative Backup Options
A recurring theme in this course has been exploring all options for backup and recovery. In this video will delve into other backup and recovery options so that you are aware of every possibility that is available and can select the option that is right for you.
Key Points:
* Internet Backup
* Other Products
* No Backups
Here is what you get....

11 videos (Over 7 Hours) will be provided in High-Quality AVI & WMV format. In other words, you get perfect quality and replication of your instructor's screens. An easy-to-use table of contents allows you to navigate to key areas you wish to focus on.

11 iPod video files to watch Train Signal on the go! A popular request amongst our students who wish to study while they commute (i.e., train). These 320x240 .m4v files are compressed versions of the original course, and play on any iPod that supports video. Also great for reviewing and refreshing your mind "on the job."
11 MP3 Files to listen to Train Signal on the go. Some of our students have requested this option. People would like to be able to listen in their car or while working out. Can be burnt to a CD or copied to portable device. Great supplemental training to the videos.
Instructor Notes – These PDF documents can be printed out and contain the slides used by the instructor throughout the videos. These allow the user a quick easy reference to notes on the slides and make any additional notes for their own learning process.
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