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Trainer Preparation Guide for Course 20741B:

Networking with Windows Server 2016
Design of the Course
This course provides training on how to implement the networking features that are available in Windows
Server 2016. The initial modules explain the fundamental foundations necessary for a network that you
base on Windows Server 2016. Later modules build towards the more advanced features.

The course starts with the basics of IPv4 and IPv6, addressing and configuration, automatic client
configuration with Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), and name resolution, and then
culminates with IP Address Management (IPAM).

Module 1: “Planning and implementing an IPv4 network“ provides the details that are necessary to plan
and implement an IPv4 addressing scheme to support an organization’s needs. This module also includes
details how you can use fundamental networking tools and techniques to configure and troubleshoot
IPv4-based networks.

Module 2: “Implementing DHCP” explains how you can plan and implement DHCP to support an
organization’s IPv4 infrastructure.
Module 3: “Implementing IPv6” explains the concept of IPv6 addressing, including how you can
implement it and transition from, and coexist with, IPv4 networks.

Module 4: “Implementing DNS” explains the fundamentals of using Domain Name System (DNS) for
simple name resolution, and then details more advanced topics, such as the GlobalNames zone, Domain
Name System Security Extensions (DNSSEC), and split-brain syndrome. These modules detail how you can
install, configure, and troubleshoot DNS within an organization’s network.
Module 5: “Implementing and managing IPAM” builds on the foundation network that the first four
modules present, and students will learn more advanced content, including how to use IPAM to manage
services such as DHCP and DNS.
Remote access and branch office access are important for many organizations. In the next four modules,
students will learn how to configure the fundamental services that support remote access, before looking
at specific services, such as DirectAccess, virtual private networks (VPNs), and both Distributed File System
(DFS) and Windows BranchCache.

Module 6: “Remote access in Windows Server 2016” covers remote-access basics and network policy, and
Web Application Proxy.

Module 7: “Implementing DirectAccess” explains how students can use simple and more advanced
methods to deploy DirectAccess.

Module 8: “Implementing VPNs” instructs students about how they can use VPN to facilitate remote
access.

Module 9: “Implementing networking for branch offices” explores DFS and BranchCache, and explains
how you can support smaller organizations or offices by using these components.
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The course finishes with two modules that present more advanced content.

Module 10: “Configuring advanced networking features” discusses high-performance networking features
and advanced Hyper-V networking features.

Module 11: “Implementing Software Defined Networking” details Software Defined Networking.

Required Materials to Teach This Course

To teach this course, you need the following materials:

• Course Handbook

• Course Companion Content on the http://www.microsoft.com/learning/companionmoc/ site

• Microsoft PowerPoint files

• Microsoft OneNote Trainer Pack on the Microsoft Learning Download Center

https://learningdownloadcenter.microsoft.com

• Microsoft Hyper-V Classroom Setup Guide

• Course virtual machines

Prerequisite Knowledge to Teach This Course

To present this course, you must have the following knowledge and skills:

• Extensive hands-on experience with Windows Server operating systems.

• Proficient hands-on experience with TCP/IP including IPv4 and IPv6.

• Proficient with Windows Server 2016 features, including VPNs, DirectAccess, and BranchCache.

• Experience with IP security (IPsec) and general network security.

• Extensive hands-on experience managing and troubleshooting server roles such as DNS, DHCP, and
IPAM.

• Experience working with Windows Server 2016 and Hyper-V in Windows Server 2016.

Preparation Tasks
You must complete the tasks that the following sections list to prepare for this course.

Courses or Workshops
We highly recommend that you audit the latest version of the following courses:

• 20740: Installation, Storage, and Compute with Windows Server 2016

• 20743: Upgrading Your Skills to Windows Server 2016 MCSA

Exams
To identify your technical proficiency with the content of this course, we highly recommend that you pass
the following exams:

• Exam 70-741: Networking with Window Server 2016

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Technical Preparation Activities

We highly recommend that you complete the following technical preparation activities:

• Read the additional readings and references that the Course Companion Content includes at
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/companionmoc.

• Use the OneNote Trainer Pack (OTP) on the Microsoft Learning Download Center
(https://learningdownloadcenter.microsoft.com) to prepare for delivering the course:
o The OTP includes the following content on each page (and in this order):
 Slides
 Instructor Notes
 Student Handbook Content
o Each module also includes the Lab Answer Keys (LAKs).

• If you are using on-premises labs, become familiar with the course’s virtual machines, including how
you should set up and configure them. This includes understanding the base images, mid-tier files,
and activation states. Practice setting up the classroom by following the instructions in the Microsoft
Hyper-V Classroom Setup Guide.

• If you are using hosted MLO, become familiar with how you access and configure the labs. Ensure
that you are ready to demonstrate their use to students and that everything is in place for a smooth
experience.

You can purchase MLOs for use during course delivery at the same time that you order course
materials.

Important If you plan to use MLO, you need to ensure that full lab coverage is
available before use, because the presence of some Boot to VHD or native boot labs in
some courses, or modifications to some lab steps, are necessary to facilitate a hosted
lab platform.

• If you are using Digital MOC via the arvato Skillpipe reader, become familiar with how you access and
configure the digital content to ensure smooth setup and access for students. You also should ensure
that everything is in place for students to have a smooth experience when they sign in the first time
and access their content.
You can purchase digital MOC for use during course delivery at the same time that you order course
materials.
• Review the learning-product error log, which is available on the Microsoft Learning Download Center
at https://learningdownloadcenter.microsoft.com.

• Review the course change log, if you have taught a previous version of this course. This is available on
the MCT Download Center at https://learningdownloadcenter.microsoft.com.

• Practice using the Microsoft products and tools that are associated with this learning product.
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Instructional Preparation Activities

We highly recommend that you complete the following instructional preparation activities:

• Read the About This Course section at the beginning of the learning product’s course handbook.

• Walk through the Introduction slide deck for the learning product.

• Walk through each module’s presentation slide deck, and read each module’s corresponding
Instructor Notes (located in the Notes view of the presentation slide deck). Note that each slide deck
might use additional hidden slides to accommodate the amount of Instructor Notes information for a
given topic.

• Familiarize yourself with the Course Handbook and the Course Companion Content at
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/companionmoc. Make note of when to direct students' attention
to the Course Companion Content for further learning support. The Introduction slide deck provides
more information that pertains to the course components.

• Practice presenting each module:

o Identify the key points and must-know information for each topic.

o Perform each demonstration and hands-on lab.

o Anticipate the questions that students might have.

o Identify examples, analogies, impromptu demonstrations, and additional delivery tips that will
help to clarify module content and provide a more meaningful learning experience for your
specific audience.

o Note any problems that you might encounter during a demonstration or a lab exercise, and
determine a course of action for how you will resolve the problems in the classroom. To access
the Lab Answer Keys, refer to the appendix in the Course Handbook.

o Work through the Module Review and Takeaways section at the end of each module, and
determine how you will use this section to reinforce student learning and promote knowledge
transfer to on-the-job performance.

o Customize and enhance your instructor notes.

• Consult the Born To Learn forums for additional tips and strategies, which your fellow Microsoft
Certified Trainers (MCTs) post, for teaching the learning product.
• Review the updated information about the Microsoft Certification Program on the Microsoft Learning
Certifications website.

Instructor Computer Setup

Set up the instructor computer by following the setup instructions in the Microsoft Hyper-V Classroom
Setup Guide. This document provides hardware requirements for the instructor computer and detailed
setup instructions.

Your setup process will differ depending on whether you use on-premises labs or hosted online labs
(MLO).
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Course Timing
The following schedule is an estimate of the course timing. Your timing might vary. Every student might
not finish every lab. Use your judgment to set a reasonable time to move on to the next module.

This schedule has been developed to provide about six hours of training per day. Each day starts
at 9:00 A.M. and ends between 4:30 and 5:00 P.M., and includes two 15-minute breaks and one hour for
lunch. Each day also includes time to review the previous day’s topics and to answer questions from the
students. Be realistic about your timings.

Day 1
Start End Module
9:00 9:30 Introduction

9:30 10:30 Module 1: Planning and implementing an IPv4 network

10:30 10:45 Break

10:45 11:15 Lab A: Planning an IPv4 network

11:15 12:15 Module 1: Planning and implementing an IPv4 network (continued)

12:15 1:00 Lab B: Implementing and troubleshooting an IPv4 network

1:00 2:00 Lunch

2:00 3:15 Module 2: Implementing DHCP

3:15 3:30 Break

3:30 4:20 Lab: Implementing DHCP

4:20 5:00 Module 3: Implementing IPv6

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Day 2
Start End Module
9:00 9:30 Day 1 review

9:30 10:30 Module 3: Implementing IPv6 (continued)

10:30 10:45 Break

10:45 12:00 Lab: Configuring and evaluating IPv6 transition technologies

12:00 1:00 Lunch

1:00 2:00 Module 4: Implementing DNS

2:00 3:00 Lab A: Planning and implementing name resolution by using DNS

3:00 3:15 Break

3:15 3:45 Module 4: Implementing DNS (continued)

3:45 4:05 Lab B: Integrating DNS with AD DS

4:05 4:30 Module 4: Implementing DNS (continued)

4:30 5:10 Lab C: Configuring advanced DNS settings

Day 3
Start End Module
9:00 9:30 Day 2 review

9:30 10:45 Module 5: Implementing and managing IPAM

10:45 11:00 Break

11:00 12:00 Lab: Implementing IPAM

12:00 1:00 Lunch

1:00 2:00 Module 6: Remote access in Windows Server 2016

2:00 3:10 Lab: Implementing Web Application Proxy

3:10 3:25 Break

3:25 4:15 Module 7: Implementing DirectAccess

4:15 5:00 Lab A: Implementing DirectAccess by using the Getting Started Wizard
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Day 4
Start End Module
9:00 9:30 Day 3 Review

9:30 10:30 Module 7: Implementing DirectAccess (continued)

10:30 10:45 Break

10:45 11:45 Lab B: Deploying an advanced DirectAccess solution

11:45 12:45 Lunch

12:45 1:45 Module 8: Implementing VPNs

1:455 2:30 Lab: Implementing VPN

2:30 2:45 Break

2:45 3:55 Module 9: Implementing networking for branch offices

3:55 4:40 Lab A: Implementing DFS for branch offices

Day 5
Start End Module
9:00 9:30 Day 4 Review

9:30 10:15 Module 9: Implementing networking for branch offices (continued)

10:15 10:30 Break

10:30 11:15 Lab B: Implementing BranchCache

11:15 12:25 Module 10: Configuring advanced networking features

12:25 1:25 Lunch

1:25 1:55 Lab: Configuring advanced Hyper-V networking features

1:55 2:55 Module 11: Implementing Software Defined Networking

2:55 3:10 Break

3:10 3:40 Lab: Deploying Network Controller

3:40 4:00 Conclusion and evaluation