Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Administration (2402 LTSR) (CVAD-201) Training Description
Duration: 5 Days
Course Overview
How prepared is your team to manage a modern virtual desktop environment at scale? Citrix reports that 98% of Fortune 500 companies rely on Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops to power secure and flexible work for thousands of users.
As organizations upgrade to the 2402 LTSR release, many IT professionals face a steep learning curve, risking costly downtime, configuration errors, and security issues. Without hands-on experience and up-to-date skills, managing Citrix deployments can feel overwhelming.
The Administration 2402 LTSR (CVAD-201) Training Course closes that gap with step-by-step, instructor-led training. You will install, configure, manage, and optimize Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 7 2402 LTSR. You will be ready to deliver seamless virtual experiences and pursue the Citrix Certified Associate, Virtualization (CCA-V) credential.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Explain Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 LTSR architecture and core components
- Deploy, install, and configure a secure Citrix environment
- Provision and manage workloads using Machine Creation Services (MCS)
- Deliver reliable application and desktop access for users
- Manage policies, printing, profiles, and HDX features for an optimized user experience
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and secure Citrix deployments
- Prepare for the Citrix Certified Associate, Virtualization (CCA-V) exam
What’s included?
- Authorized Courseware
- Intensive Hands on Skills Development with an Experienced Subject Matter Expert
- Hands-on practice on real Servers and extended lab support 1.800.482.3172
- Examination Vouchers & Onsite Certification Testing- (excluding Adobe and PMP Boot Camps)
- Academy Code of Honor: Test Pass Guarantee
- Optional: Package for Hotel Accommodations, Lunch and Transportation
With several convenient training delivery methods offered, The Academy makes getting the training you need easy. Whether you prefer to learn in a classroom or an online live learning virtual environment, training videos hosted online, and private group classes hosted at your site. We offer expert instruction to individuals, government agencies, non-profits, and corporations. Our live classes, on-sites, and online training videos all feature certified instructors who teach a detailed curriculum and share their expertise and insights with trainees. No matter how you prefer to receive the training, you can count on The Academy for an engaging and effective learning experience.
Methods
- Instructor-Led (the best training format we offer)
- Live Online Classroom – Online Instructor-Led
- Self-Paced Video
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Outling
Module 1: Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops & Architecture
- Introduction to Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops 2402 LTSR Refresh – What’s New
- Overview of Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Components
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Features and Resource Capabilities
- Hosting Platform Considerations: Architecture By Layers
- Connection Flow Process Introduction
Module 2: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site Considerations
- Pre-Deployment Considerations
- Citrix Licensing Setup
- Delivery Controller Setup
- Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site Setup
- Redundancy Considerations
Module 3: Provisioning Workloads: VDA and Master Images
- Master Image Creation Methods
- Master Image Requirements
Module 4: Provisioning Workloads: VDA and Master Image Prep
- Machine Catalogs and Delivery Groups
- Provisioning Methods and Considerations
- Machine Creation Services – Deep Dive
- MCS Environment Considerations
Module 5: – Providing Access to End Users
- StoreFront Overview
- StoreFront Beacons
- Citrix Workspace app
- StoreFront Features
Module 6: Managing the User Experience
- Citrix Policies – Methods to Manage Policies
- Citrix HDX Features – Using Policies
Module 7: Published App and Desktop
- Presentation and Management
- Published App Properties
- Server OS Published App Optimizations
- Published App Presentation
- Application Groups
- Apps and Desktops Presentation
Module 8: Printing for User Sessions
- Printing Concepts and Printer Provisioning
- Printer Drivers
- Print Environment – Considerations
Module 9: Profile Management
- User Profiles – Introduction and Considerations
- Configuring Citrix Profile Management
- Profile Containers – VHDX-based Policies
Module 10: Manage the Site
- Studio & Web Studio
- Delegated Administration
- Use PowerShell with Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Power Management Considerations
- Using Autoscale to Power Manage Machine
Module 11: Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops
- Basic Security Considerations
- Citrix Admin Security Considerations
- XML Service Security Considerations
- Secure HDX External Traffic
Module 12: Citrix Workspace app Deployment and Configuration
- Citrix Workspace Deployment and Configuration
Module 13: Manage Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Deployment
- Citrix Director Introduction
- Monitor and Interact with User Sessions
- Published Apps Analysis
- Monitor the Machines Running the VDA
- Site Specific Common Monitoring
- Alerts and Notifications
- Optimize Citrix Director Monitoring with Citrix
- Application Delivery Management
Module 14: Manage – Supporting and Troubleshooting Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Workloads
- Introduction to Supporting a Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Site
- A List of Common Tools
- Common Tasks for Proactive Administration
Module 15: Optimize – Citrix Virtual Apps and Desktops Deployment
- Optimizing VDAs – Citrix Optimizer
- Citrix Workspace Environment Management Overview
- HDX Optimization
