CXD-251: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Microsoft Azure
Duration : 2 Days (16 Hours)
CXD-251: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Microsoft Azure Course Overview:
The CXD-251: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Microsoft Azure course is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to deploy and manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops in Microsoft Azure.
Throughout the course, participants will learn how to plan and design their machine catalog and virtual machine setup using Microsoft Azure as the hosting platform. They will gain hands-on experience deploying virtual machines using Machine Creation Services (MCS). The course also covers important considerations specific to Azure, such as maintenance and power management, which are critical in a cloud environment.
Participants will also learn how to configure Citrix StoreFront and Citrix Gateway for remote access on the Azure platform, ensuring secure and convenient access to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops.
While the course focuses on Microsoft Azure as the Citrix Cloud resource location, the concepts and principles covered are relevant to both Citrix Cloud and fully managed Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops sites.
What you’ll learn
- Prepare the Azure environment for secure integration with Citrix Virtual
Apps and Desktops - Deploy and manage Virtual Delivery Agent machines in Microsoft Azure
using Machine Creation Services - Integrate Citrix Cloud and Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops with Microsoft Azure Active Directory
- Design Machine Catalogs and virtual machines on Microsoft Azure Resource Manager
- Provide remote access with Citrix StoreFront and Citrix Gateway on Microsoft Azure
Versions covered
Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 1912 components and Citrix Cloud.
Intended Audience
Built for experienced IT Professionals familiar with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 in an on-premises environment. Potential students include administrators, engineers, and architects designing or deploying Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops workloads on
Microsoft Azure.
Module 1: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops on Azure Overview
- Defining IAAS
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Azure Deployment Models
- Azure Fundamentals Review
- Azure Management
- Azure Locations
Module 2: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Integration with Azure Active Directory
- Active Directory Basics
- Active Directory Usage
- Connecting On-premises Active Directory to Azure
- Azure Role Based Access Control
Module 3: Connecting to Microsoft Azure
- Azure Connectivity
- Cloud Connectors in Azure
- Creating Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Host Connections to Azure
Module 4: Deploying Apps and Desktops using Machine Creation Services
- Master Image Preparation
- Machine Creation Services in Azure
- Considerations for Deploying onto Azure
Module 5: Providing Access to End Users
- StoreFront Locations
- Citrix ADC Locations
- Multiple Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Zones in Azure Regions
Module 6: Maintaining Infrastructure and VDAs in Microsoft Azure
- Maintaining Infrastructure
- Maintaining Resources
- Power Management
Module 7: Plan for a Successful POC
Planning your next steps
CXD-251: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Microsoft Azure Course prerequisites:
Experience deploying and managing Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 in
on-premises environment.Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Azure platform including:
- Virtual machine management
- Storage
- Azure Resource Manager portals
- Networking
Q: What is CXD-251: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on Microsoft Azure?
A: CXD-251 is a specialized training course that focuses on deploying and managing Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. It provides guidance and best practices for leveraging the power of Citrix virtualization in an Azure environment.
Q: What topics are covered in this training?
A: This training covers various topics, including an overview of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service, planning and provisioning Citrix workloads on Azure, deploying and managing Citrix Machine Creation Services (MCS) on Azure, securing the Citrix deployment on Azure, and integrating Citrix Cloud and Azure Active Directory.
Q: Who should attend this course?
A: CXD-251 is designed for IT professionals, administrators, and consultants who want to deploy and manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. It is also suitable for individuals preparing for the Citrix Certified Associate – Virtualization (CCA-V) certification.
Q: What are the prerequisites for attending CXD-251?
A: To make the most of this training, participants should have a solid understanding of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops, including experience with administration and configuration. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure concepts, virtualization technologies, and networking fundamentals is also recommended.
Q: What can I expect to learn from this training?
A: By the end of this training, you will have the knowledge and skills to deploy and manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Service on the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. You will learn how to plan and provision workloads, deploy and manage machine creation services, implement security measures, and integrate Azure Active Directory with Citrix Cloud.
Q: Is this course hands-on?
A: Yes, CXD-251 includes hands-on exercises and labs that provide practical experience in deploying and managing Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops on Microsoft Azure. You will have the opportunity to apply the concepts learned in a simulated Azure environment, gaining valuable hands-on skills.
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- Interaction and collaboration
- Networking opportunities
- Real-time feedback
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- Familiar environment
- Confidentiality
- Team building
- Immediate application
Training Exclusives
This course comes with following benefits:
- Practice Labs.
- Get Trained by Certified Trainers.
- Access to the recordings of your class sessions for 90 days.
- Digital courseware
- Experience 24*7 learner support.
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