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Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for The primary audience for this course is as follows - IT Staff and Managers - Network and systems personnel and engineers - Small to mid-sized organizations that require fundamental knowledge on networking terms/concepts and configuration guidance for Meraki equipment This also includes organizations looking to implement remote sites, provide a guest wireless solution, and collect user analytics Overview Upon completing this course, the student will be able to meet these objectives: Students will be able to Deploy and Manage a Meraki Network using the Meraki Dashboard - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki MS Switches - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki MR Wireless Access Points - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki MX Firewall Appliances - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki MV IP Video Cameras - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki MC Phones - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki Systems Manager - Deploy, Manage, Monitor and Troubleshoot Meraki SDWAN This course familiarizes individuals with networking concepts and demonstrates how to effectively use Meraki products to build a comprehensive network Cisco/Meraki Product Line Introduction MS - Switching MR - Wireless LAN MX - Security MV ? Camera MC - Voice SD-WAN Cisco/Meraki Cloud Management Introduction to cloud management The dashboard and navigation Organizations & Networks ? what is the difference and how to use them System-wide parameters (organization parameters) Cisco/Meraki Dashboard Administration Creating and implementing maps Summary Report and Auto Generation Reports Adding administrators and tweaking security levels Using Tags and Configuring Alerting (SNMP, email) Adding admins, configuring reports, and alerts Firmware Management Configuring Authentication Lab 1 Lab 2 Configuring external authentication Configuring Group Policies Device Replacement Location Analytics Other advanced analytics Cisco/Meraki Switching Review switching basics Review Meraki L2 Switch Models Configuring Meraki Switches Troubleshooting / Diagnostics Lab 3 Cisco/Meraki Routing Review routing basic (IP Addresses, Networks and Masks, OSPF, etc.) Review Meraki L3 switch Models Configuring Meraki Switches for Routing Lab 4 Cisco/Meraki Wireless Review Wireless Basics Meraki Wireless Product Review Performing a Site Survey Configuring Access Points Lab 5 Cisco/Meraki Firewalls/Security Review firewall basics Meraki Firewall Model Review Configuring a Meraki Firewall Lab 6 IP Cameras MV21 vs MV71 Installing Cameras Adding Cameras to the Dashboard Managing MV Cameras Troubleshooting Cameras Lab 7 Meraki Communications QOS Voice Security Deploying Meraki MC74 Phones Deploying Cisco IP Phones to CUCM Deploying Voice Features End User Lab 8 Meraki Systems Manager Controlling Wireless Device Policies Enrolling Devices Apps Profiles Tags Security Policies Geofencing Policies Lab 9 Meraki SDWAN What is SD-WAN? Concentrator Mode VPN Topology Split Tunnel Full Tunnel Hub and Spoke VPN Mesh Datacenter Redundancy (DC-DC Failover) Warm Spare (High Availability) for VPN concentrators Connection Monitor Dual-Active VPN uplinks Policy-based Routing Dynamic Path Selection SD-WAN Objectives Example Topology High Level Traffic Flow SD-WAN Technologies Deploying a one-armed concentrator Dashboard Configuration Other Datacenter Configuration MX IP Assignment Upstream Considerations Datacenter Redundancy (DC-DC Failover) High-level architecture Failover Times Datacenter Deployment Branch Deployment Lab 10 Meraki Support Getting support for Meraki Finding the Right Documentation Posting in the Community Troubleshooting Meraki Connectivity Issues Resetting Devices. Additional course details: Nexus Humans Implementing and Configuring Meraki Technologies v1.0 (ICMT - CT) training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Implementing and Configuring Meraki Technologies v1.0 (ICMT - CT) course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 0.5 Days 3 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is primarily designed for business leaders, consultants, product and project managers, and other decision-makers who are interested in growing the business by leveraging the power of AI. Other individuals who wish to explore basic AI concepts are also candidates for this course. This course is also designed to assist students in preparing for the CertNexus AIBIZ™ (Exam AIZ-210) credential. Overview In this course, you will identify ways in which AI can bring significant value to the business. You will: Describe AI fundamentals. Identify the functions of AI in business. Implement business requirements for AI. Artificial intelligence (AI) is not just another technology or process for the business to consider?it is a truly disruptive force, one that delivers an entirely new level of results across business sectors. Even organizations that resist adopting AI will feel its impact. If the organization wants to thrive and survive in this transforming business landscape, it will need to harness the power of AI. This course is designed to help business professionals conquer and move beyond the basics of AI to apply AI concepts for the benefit of the business. It will give you the essential knowledge of AI you'll need to steer the business forward. Lesson 1: AI Fundamentals Topic A: A Brief History of AI Topic B: AI Concepts Lesson 2: Functions of AI in Business Topic A: Improve User Experiences Topic B: Segment Audiences Topic C: Secure Assets Topic D: Optimize Processes Lesson 3: Implementing Business Requirements for AI Topic A: Identify Design Requirements Topic B: Identify Data Requirements Topic C: Identify Risks in Implementing AI Topic D: Develop an AI Strategy

Duration 1 Days 6 CPD hours This course is intended for After taking this course, you should be able to: Describe cloud architecture, administration, and licensing Understand hardware and features of all product families Implement best practices for troubleshooting and when to contact support Overview After taking this course, you should be able to: Implement core configurations for a full stack solution in the Meraki Dashboard Deploy foundational Meraki product features to meet basic IT requirements Understand and leverage essential Meraki Dashboard tools for troubleshooting The Engineering Cisco Meraki Solutions Part 1 (ECMS1) v2.1 is an introductory course that equips you with the technical knowledge and skills to confidently operate Cisco Meraki solutions as a unified management system of an entire network from a centralized dashboard. Through a full day of instruction including live demos and guided lab practice, you will learn how to implement core configurations for a full stack solution in the Meraki Dashboard and leverage essential Meraki Dashboard tools to enforce device security policies, deploy software and apps, and perform remote, live troubleshooting on managed devices. This is the first of two courses that prepare you for the Cisco Meraki Solutions Specialist certification exam. Describing the Cloud and the Cisco Meraki Dashboard Single Pane of Glass Management Cisco Meraki Full Stack Capabilities Describing Cisco Meraki Products and Administration Cisco Meraki MX Security and SD-WAN Appliance Cisco Meraki MS Switches Describing Cisco Meraki Troubleshooting Cisco Meraki Dashboard Sync and Real-Time Tools Integration of Cisco Meraki Monitoring and Troubleshooting Tools in Existing Systems

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is most suited for IT professionals who have a need to understand the current requirements and core competences for managing IT in mission-critical environments. Overview After completion of the course the participant will be able to: 1. Provide guidance and implementation for IT strategy as set by senior IT and business management 2. Select and manage staff, implement training programs, career plan development and job rotation programs 3. Select, evaluate and negotiate vendors using RFI, RFP and selection criteria 4. Provide guidance for developing, testing and implementing business applications 5. Manage and/or assist in IT project management 6. Design and implement service management processes for incident, problem and change management 7. Understand the need for business continuity and design the business continuity plan 8. Review and implement information security practices and controls 9. Assist and initiate risk management practices 10. Understand and select new technologies such as cloud computing, big data, Internet of Things and social media to support business change demands 11. Select strategies for information management 12. Measure and improve quality of IT services CITS is designed to teach the skills, knowledge and competencies required of the modern IT specialist working at the senior professional, team-leader, supervisor or management level in IT management. IT Strategy The need for Information Technology Enterprise architecture Service catalogue Service level management Sustainable development IT Organisation Personnel need Roles and responsibilities Sourcing Selection process Hiring staff Managing staff Career planning Training / job rotation Performance appraisal Staff departures Vendor Selection / Management The importance of vendors Vendor selection Request For Information (RFI) Request For Proposal (RFP) Proposal evaluation Vendor reference checks Contract negotiation Contract management Vendor management Re-compete vendors Project Management Methodologies Project organisation Starting up / initiating Planning / initiation a project Risk Quality Scope Work / Product Breakdown Structure PERT diagram / Gantt chart Cost Communication Application Management Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Software Quality Assurance (SQA) Requirements Development Testing Adoption (implementation) Maintenance Service Management Incident management Problem management Change management Business Continuity Management Standards and guidelines Objectives Context Interested parties Scope Roles and responsibilities Resources and competences Awareness and communication Documentation Business Impact Analysis Risk Management Guidelines Context establishment Identification Analysis Evaluation Treatment Communication Monitoring and control Information Security Management Standards Confidentiality Integrity Availability Controls types Guideline for controls selection Control categories Information security awareness Security incident response Information and Knowledge Management Information management Data management Information management - technologies Business intelligence Data management - technologies Best practices in data governance Pitfalls in data governance Business Change Management Business change Frameworks, models and techniques Needs identification Cloud computing Social media / digital marketing Big data Internet of Things (IoT) Quality Management Standards, guidelines and frameworks Objectives Activities Services review Customer feedback Customer survey Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Metrics Scorecards and reports Quality register Exam Actual course outline may vary depending on offering center. Contact your sales representative for more information.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours Overview ?The OS X Sierra troubleshooting process?How to use OS X Sierra tools and resources to troubleshoot OS X Sierra?OS X Sierra features and functionality, including how to find more information about OS X Sierra?How to prepare for Apple Certified Support Professional (ACSP) 10.12 certification In this course students will receive an in-depth exploration of troubleshooting on OS X Sierra. Installation and Configuration Install OS X Sierra Setup and Configuration OS X Recovery OS X Software Updates User Accounts User Accounts User Home Folders System Security Keychain Management File Systems File Systems and Storage FileVault 2 Permissions and Sharing File System Troubleshooting SIP Data Management Hidden Items and Shortcuts System resources Metadata and Spotlight File Archives Time Machine Applications and Processes Application Installation Document Management Application Management and Troubleshooting Network Configuration Network Essentials Advanced Network Configuration Network Troubleshooting Network Services Network Services Host Sharing and Personal Firewall System Management Peripherals and Drivers Print and Scan System Troubleshooting Additional course details: Nexus Humans Sierra 101 - OS X Support Essentials 10.12 training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Sierra 101 - OS X Support Essentials 10.12 course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Duration 3 Days 18 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is recommended for technical professionals who perform advanced deployment configurations of Check Point products. Overview Provide an overview of the upgrade service and options available. Explain how to perform management upgrade and migration. Articulate the process using CPUSE features. Articulate the purpose and function of Management High Availability. Explain Primary vs Secondary, Active vs Standby and Synchronization. Explain disaster recovery steps in case the primary management server becomes unavailable. Provide overview of Central Deployment in SmartConsole. Articulate an understanding of Security Gateway cluster upgrade methods. Explain about Multi Version Cluster (MVC) upgrades. Discuss Gaia Commands and how they are used. Explain the main processes on s and s. Describe how to work with scripts and SmartTasks to configure automatic actions. Explain the Management Data Plane Separation (MDPS) Explain kernel operations and traffic flow Articulate Dynamic and Updatable Objects in Security Gateways Explain the policy installation flow and files used. Describe the use of policy installation history. Explain concurrent and accelerated install policy. Describe an overview of APIs and ways to use and authenticate. Explain how to make changes in GAIA and management configuration. Explain how to install policy using API. Explain how the SecureXL acceleration technology enhances and optimizes Security Gateway performance. Describe how the CoreXL acceleration technology enhances and improves Security Gateway performance. Articulate how utilizing multiple traffic queues can make traffic handling more efficient. Discuss Site-to-Site VPN basics, deployment and communities. Describe how to analyze and interpret VPN tunnel traffic. Explain Link Selection and ISP Redundancy options. Explain tunnel management features. Discuss Check Point Remote Access solutions and how they differ from each other. Describe how client security can be provided by Remote Access . Explain authentication methods including machine authentication. Explain Multiple Entry Point (MEP). Discuss the Mobile Access Software Blade and how it secures communication and data exchange during remote connections. Learn basic concepts and develop skills necessary to administer IT security fundamental tasks. Course Outline Prepare for a Security Management Server Upgrade Upgrade the Security Management Server Deploy a Secondary Security Management Server Configure a Distributed Log Server Upgrade a Security Gateway from SmartConsole Work with the Command Line Use Scripts and SmartTasks Configure Dynamic Objects Monitor Traffic Verify Policy Installation and Status Work with Gaia and Management APIs Work with Acceleration Features Configure a Locally Managed Site to Site VPN Configure a Site to Site VPN with an Interoperable Device Configure Remote Access VPN Configure Mobile Access VPN Configure a High Availability Cluster Work with ClusterXL Configure Policy Compliance Deploy SmartEvent

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is for IT administrators who will be maintaining and installing software, taking inventory of computers, distributing software updates to computers or remotely managing computers. Overview Upon completion of this course, students will be able to: Discover and import computer and user resources that you want to manage. Deploy the Symantec Management Agent and plug-ins. Gather hardware, software and operating system inventory from managed computers. Maintain a software catalog containing software components. Deliver software to managed computers. Meter software on managed computers. Distribute software updates to managed computers. Remotely manage computers. Analyze gathered data using predefined reports. This hands-on course teaches students the underlying components and concepts of the Symantec Management Platform along with the Symantec Management Console that is used by CMS to perform its management functions. Introduction Course overview The classroom lab environment Understanding the Symantec Client Management Suite Symantec Client Management Suite demonstration Learning about the Symantec Client Management Suite Symantec Management Platform components used by CMS Symantec Management Platform concepts used by CMS How the platform and CMS work The Symantec Management Console Accessing the Symantec Management Console Getting to know the Symantec Management Console Getting to know the enhanced console views Symantec Management Platform Basics Importing computer resources from Active Directory Discover computer resources using Network Discovery Grouping resources Applying CMS policies to resource targets Deploying the Symantec Management Agent Installing the Symantec Management Agent - push method Installing the Symantec Management Agent - pull method Installing solution plug-ins for the Symantec Management Agent Working with the Symantec Management Agent GUI Working with the Symantec Management Agent health settings Gathering Inventory from Managed Computers Introducing Inventory Solution Creating and configuring inventory policies Using inventory tasks Other Inventory Solution capabilities Introducing inventory reports Managing the Software Catalog Preparing the Software Management Framework to support the Software Catalog Populating the Software Catalog with software components Working with software component resources Creating and configuring software products Delivering Software to Managed Computers Choosing a method to deliver software Understanding the software blade of the enhanced console view Managing software deliveries with tasks Installing software using a managed software delivery policy Introducing software management reports Managing Software with Application Metering Understanding Application Metering Tracking software usage on managed computers Metering software with Application Metering policies Application metering reports Managing Organizational Views and Organizational Groups Learning about organizational views and groups Creating custom organizational views and group Managing organizational views and groups Managing Resource Filters and Resource Targets More about resource filters Managing and working with existing filters Creating and modifying filters More about resource targets Working with targets Managing Software Updates on Windows Computers Introducing Patch Management Solution for Windows Preparing your environment for Patch Management Distributing software updates Patch Management Solution reports Managing Virtualized Software Introducing Symantec Workspace Virtualization Installing the Symantec Workspace Virtualization agent Using CMS to deliver virtualized software Remotely Managing Computers Introducing Symantec Remote Access Connector Overview or Real-Time System Manger Remote management reports Managing Policies Getting to know policies Understanding user-based policies Understanding maintenance windows Configuring automation policies Managing shared schedules Managing Jobs and Tasks Overview of task management Creating and scheduling tasks and jobs Overview of Deployment Solution Introducing Deployment Solution Configuring Deployment Solution Creating and managing deployment jobs and tasks Deployment Solution imaging Reporting Introducing reports Using and creating standard reports Configuring and using IT Analytics Solution Site Management Introducing site management Managing sites, subnets and site servers Reviewing site server plug-ins to the Symantec Management Agent Configuring site services Security Learning about security Managing user accounts, security roles, and privileges Managing permissions Additional course details: Nexus Humans Symantec Client Management Suite 7.6 - Administration training program is a workshop that presents an invigorating mix of sessions, lessons, and masterclasses meticulously crafted to propel your learning expedition forward. This immersive bootcamp-style experience boasts interactive lectures, hands-on labs, and collaborative hackathons, all strategically designed to fortify fundamental concepts. Guided by seasoned coaches, each session offers priceless insights and practical skills crucial for honing your expertise. Whether you're stepping into the realm of professional skills or a seasoned professional, this comprehensive course ensures you're equipped with the knowledge and prowess necessary for success. While we feel this is the best course for the Symantec Client Management Suite 7.6 - Administration course and one of our Top 10 we encourage you to read the course outline to make sure it is the right content for you. Additionally, private sessions, closed classes or dedicated events are available both live online and at our training centres in Dublin and London, as well as at your offices anywhere in the UK, Ireland or across EMEA.

Learn how to use this powerful tool to import and clean data and create some amazing visuals. Course overview Duration: 2 days (13 hours) Power BI Desktop is a powerful tool for working with your data. It enables you to import multiple data sources and create effective visualisations and reports. This course is an introduction to Power BI to get you started on creating a powerful reporting capability. You should have a good working knowledge of Excel and managing data before attending. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Import data from multiple data sources Edit and transform data before importing Create reports Create different visualisations Create data models Build data relationships Use the drill down features Create measures Use the Power BI Service Build dashboards Use the mobile app Content Essentials Importing Data Power BI Overview Data sources Importing data Transforming Your Data Editing your data Setting data types Removing columns/rows Choosing columns to keep Setting header rows Splitting columns Creating Reports Creating and saving reports Adding pages Renaming pages Interactivity Refreshing your data Adding Columns Columns from example Custom columns Conditional columns Append Queries Importing folders Setting up and using append queries Creating Chart Visualisations Adding chart elements Choosing chart types Setting properties Setting values, axis and legends Using tooltips Visual filters Setting page and report filters Creating Tables, Cards, Gauges and Maps Adding table elements Adding maps Working with cards Working with matrices KPIs and Gauges Conditional Formatting Setting rules Removing conditional formatting   Working with Data Models Merge Queries Setting up and using merge queries Merging in columns of data Creating a Data Model The data model Multiple data tables Connecting tables Building relationships Relationship types Building visuals from multiple tables Unpivoting Data Working with summary data Unpivoting data Using Hierarchies Using built in hierarchies Drill down Drill up See next level Expand a hierarchy Create a new hierarchy Grouping Grouping text fields Grouping date and number fields Creating Measures DAX functions DAX syntax Creating a new measure Using quick measures Using the PowerBI Service Shared workspaces My workspace Dashboards Reports Datasets Drill down in dashboards Focus mode Using Q&A Refreshing data Using Quick Insights Power BI Mobile App Using the Power BI Mobile App

Expand your Power BI knowledge and take your reports to the next level. Course overview Duration: 1 day (6.5 hours) This course is aimed at existing users who want to expand their skills to use advanced reporting techniques and use DAX to create calculated columns and measures. Participants should have either attended our Power BI – Introduction course or have equivalent knowledge. You should be able to import and transform data and create simple reports. Objectives  By the end of the course you will be able to: Import and connect data tables Create and use date calendars Create calculated columns Create and use measures Use drill down and drill through Create Tooltip pages Add and customise slicers Add action buttons Streamline your report for use in the Power BI Service Content Review of importing and loading data Importing data Transforming data Adding custom columns Creating data models Building visuals Creating date calendars Building date tables Creating Financial Year information Including Month and Day information Creating calculated columns Power Query custom columns vs DAX columns Creating DAX calculated columns Creating measures Implicit vs Explicit Measures Building measures Using DAX Common DAX functions Drill Down vs Drill Through Review of drill down Creating drill through pages Using drill through Creating ToolTips Pages Adding pages to use for Tooltips Linking ToolTip pages to visuals Using action buttons Adding images Adding buttons Setting actions Working with slicers Adding slicers Changing slicer settings Syncing slicers between pages Showing what has been sliced Setting slicer interactions Techniques in the Power BI Service Hiding the navigation bar Stopping users manually filtering

Duration 2 Days 12 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is intended for SQL Server administrators who work in a Windows network environment. At least one year of experience administering SQL Servers and using PowerShell is recommended. Overview After completing this course, students will be able to: •Install and Configure SQL Server and all its components using PowerShell •Manage day-to-day SQL Server Administration with PowerShell •Maintain the SQL Server environment using PowerShell scripting and programming options This course provides candidates with the knowledge and skills needed to use PowerShell for SQL Server administration. Students will learn how to manage day-to-day and scheduled maintenance tasks. Install and Configure SQL Server with PowerShell Install SQL Server Configure Database Settings Configure SQL Server Settings Configure SQL Server Policy-Based Management Lab 1: Configuring SQL Server with PowerShell Administering SQL Servers with PowerShell Managing Users and Roles Managing Database Performance Managing Database Availability Managing SQL Server Features Lab 1: Administering SQL Servers with PowerShell Maintaining SQL Server with PowerShell Managing Backups and Restores Maintaining Database Integrity and Performance Monitoring and Auditing Task Automation Generating Reports Lab 1: Maintaining SQL Servers with PowerShell