Managing Exchange Server
Requirements
- Basic Networking Understanding: Familiarity with network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS) and how they relate to email systems is essential.
- Windows Server Expertise: A solid grasp of Windows Server operating systems, especially versions compatible with Exchange Server (e.g., Server 2012 R2, 2016, or later).
- Active Directory Knowledge: Understanding Active Directory concepts, such as domains, forests, organizational units, and user/group management.
- Email Systems Awareness: Basic understanding of email workflows and concepts like SMTP, IMAP, and POP.
Features
- Email Configuration and Management: Gain the skills to set up and manage mailboxes, distribution groups, and shared mailboxes in an organizational environment.
- Server Setup and Maintenance: Learn how to install, configure, and maintain Microsoft Exchange servers to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
Target audiences
- IT Professionals: Those already working in IT who want to expand their skill set to include email and messaging administration.
- System Administrators: Professionals managing servers and systems who aim to specialize in Microsoft Exchange environments.
- Students and Entry-level IT Enthusiasts: Individuals starting their careers in IT, especially those focused on networking or system administration.
- Small Business Owners or Managers: Entrepreneurs who need to manage their organization's Exchange server due to a lack of dedicated IT personnel.
- Freelancers and Consultants: Independent professionals looking to offer Exchange setup and administration services to clients.
- Help Desk Support Staff: IT support professionals who want to deepen their understanding to resolve Exchange-related issues.
This comprehensive course provides foundational knowledge in Exchange Server administration. Participants will learn essential skills to install, manage, and customize Exchange Server environments effectively.
The curriculum is designed to introduce the basics of Exchange Server 2013 installation, followed by an upgrade to Exchange Server 2019 within a virtual lab environment.
With over 5 hours of free video guides, participants will gain hands-on experience managing recipients and implementing key customizations to optimize Exchange Server functionality.
By the end of the course, learners will have a basic understanding of Exchange Server Administration, preparing them for further exploration or career opportunities in this field.
Curriculum
- 4 Sections
- 40 Lessons
- Lifetime
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- Setup Virtual Lab5
- Exchange Server 20139
- 2.1Installing Exchange Server 2013
- 2.2Create Mailboxes in Exchange Server 2013 Using PowerShell
- 2.3Create and Manage Groups in Exchange Server
- 2.4Create Public Folder Mailbox
- 2.5Generate Fake Email Traffic on TestLabs
- 2.6Exchange Self Signed Certificates
- 2.7Create Exchange Mailbox Databases
- 2.8Distribute Exchange Mailboxes across databases
- 2.9Remove Default Database from Exchange Server
- Exchange Server 201925
- 3.1Installing Exchange Server 2019
- 3.2Exchange 2019 Post installation tasks
- 3.3Removing the Last Exchange 2013 Server
- 3.4Exchange Server Health Checks
- 3.5Install Exchange Management Tools
- 3.6Install Active Directory Certificate Services (ADCS)
- 3.7Adding Active Directory RSAT Tools on Windows 10
- 3.8Manage E-mail Address Policies
- 3.9Installing Exchange 2019 on Server Core
- 3.10Managing Exchange Mailbox Quota
- 3.11Understanding Message Size Limits in Exchange – Part 1
- 3.12Understanding Message Size Limits in Exchange – Part 2
- 3.13Understanding Recipient Limits in Exchange 2019
- 3.14Creating Exchange Resource Mailboxes
- 3.15Create Mail User and Mail Contact
- 3.16Configuring Custom MailTips for Recipients
- 3.17Configuring Email Disclaimers
- 3.18Configuring Custom Email Signatures
- 3.19Creating a Holiday Message
- 3.20Creating an Offline Address Book
- 3.21Configuring Custom Address Lists
- 3.22Creating Custom Global Address Lists
- 3.23Hiding Recipients from Address Lists
- 3.24Disabling a Mailbox
- 3.25Restoring Disconnected Mailboxes
- Summary1
Exchange administration involves managing and maintaining Microsoft Exchange Server, a platform for email, calendaring, and collaboration in business environments.
It is suitable for IT professionals, system administrators, help desk staff, students, and anyone interested in managing organizational messaging systems.
Basic IT knowledge, such as understanding servers, networking, and Windows operating systems, can be helpful but not always necessary for beginners.
Yes! Exchange administration skills are essential, especially for hybrid environments that integrate on-premises servers with cloud platforms like Microsoft 365.
Exchange administrators are in demand for roles like system administrators, IT consultants, messaging specialists, and cloud migration experts.
While not mandatory, a virtual lab environment with tools like VMware or Hyper-V helps simulate real-world scenarios for hands-on learning.