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AgendaUser Management
Creating and Editing User Accounts
Overview of the Client Connector
Deploying & Managing Client Computers
Troubleshooting Client Deployment
User Management and Identity• Active Directory Domain
Services provides authentication and authorization• User accounts are assigned
usernames & passwords• Password policy is enforced• Simplified for small business
environment• Accounts can be Standard
user or Administrator user• Built-in “Administrator”
account is disabled
User Access Level & Password Policy• Level of access for user accounts can be:• Standard• Administrator
• Strength/complexity of passwords can be:• Weak• Medium• Medium Strong• Strong
Creating User Accounts• Add User wizard provides streamlined
process:• Enter user’s full name; accept default
username or modify as desired• Enter password, which must meet
policy requirements• Specify access level:
Standard or Administrator• Assign access rights to shared folders• Optionally create mailbox if
e-mail integration has been installed• Select Anywhere Access settings
User Account Properties• User Account Properties• First and last name• Switch between Standard &
Administrator access level• Change the password• Disable/enable an account;
different than removing• Modify shared folder and Anywhere
Access settings• Optionally manage mailbox
settings ife-mail integration has been installed
• Specify which computers a user can connect to remotely
Connect Computer Wizard• Easily connect client computers
to Windows Server 2012 Essentials
• Now supports Windows Server computers, 2008 R2 and later
• Abstract difficult concepts such as Active Directory domain join
• Simplify user profile migration for Windows Pro SKUs
• Connect wizard is launched from a web page, either locally or remotely• Remote users connect via VPN that
is automatically established• No media to distribute or SMB
share to access
Supported Clients• Check TechNet documentation for latest info:• http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/jj713528.aspx
• Windows 7 operating systems • Windows 7 Home Basic and Home Premium (x86 and x64)• Windows 7 Professional (x86 and x64)• Windows 7 Ultimate (x86 and x64)• Windows 7 Enterprise (x86 and x64)• Windows 7 Starter (x86)
• Windows 8 operating systems • Windows 8• Windows 8 Professional• Windows 8 Enterprise
• Mac OS X 10.5 thru 10.7
Managing Client Computers• Devices page shows every
computer & server in the environment
• Tasks that apply to all computers:• Customize client backup & File
History• Help with connecting computers• Implement group policy
• Tasks for specific computers:• View computer properties• Backup and restore tasks• Customize selected computer’s
backup• Establish Remote Desktop
connection• Remove computer• View Best Practices Analyzer
results(for Essentials server only)
• Easily configure security settings with the Security Template
• Easily provide real-time data protection with Folder Redirection
Professional + Group Policies
Professional
• Adds better productivity with business features
• Adds better management with domain join and support for group policy
• Adds better connectivity with Single Sign-On and Remote Desktop Host
Using the Right Windows Client• Home vs. Professional• PCs running Home SKUs of Windows can connect to the Essentials
environment• Additional value is provided when using Professional SKUs• Implementing group policy with Professional clients:• Enables redirection of user data to the server• Simplifies the activation and configuration of security settings
• Basic connectivity for accessing, sharing, and editing network files and resources
• Users must provide credentials every time they access a specific network resource
Home
Group Policy Folder Redirection• Automatically store and protect critical business data on the
server• Folder redirection lets users
continue to work and savedata in a way that’s familiar
• Folder contents are stored onthe server:• Desktop• Documents• Favorites• AppData, etc.
Group Policy Security Settings• Enforce best practices security policies for client computers• Configure consistent
security policies throughoutthe domain
• Enables Windows Update toapply the latest securitypatches and critical updates
• Windows Defender protectsagainst malware attacks
• Prevent users from exposingthe network to attack byenforcing the use ofWindows Firewall
Connecting Client Computers• Benefits for connected
computers:• Health monitoring• Automatic backup to Essentials
server• Ability to manage Essentials server
from the client• Getting connected:• Launch from a web page• http://servername/connect• https://remote.domainname/connect
• First step is to verify and install prerequisites• May require a reboot
Connecting Client Computers, cont.• User provides their credentials• Check for admin account, if so warn the user
• Optionally move user’s settings and data (business SKUs only)• Greatly eases the transition from peer-to-peer networks to Essentials• User retains their familiar working environment
• Enter a computer description
Connecting Client Computers, cont.• Wake client computer to perform backups to the server?• All connected PCs are backed up according to the schedule defined on
the Dashboard’s Computers and Backups page• Administrators can exclude PCs from being backed up
• Participate in Customer Experience Improvement Program?• Optionally launch the Dashboard once connected
Resolving Client Deployment Issues• Unable to locate server• Client’s IP address is not consistent with the
Essentials server• No IP address: network adapter driver issues
or incorrect protocol bindings• Wrong subnet: incorrect static IP address
assignment• Automatic Private IP Address: DHCP server
is unavailable• Physically disconnected
• Resolution• Verify network connectivity• Verify network adapter properties
Resolving Client Deployment Issues• Incorrect date and time• Client’s clock is not in sync with the server’s
clock(more than 5 minutes difference)
• Prevents client from establishing secure communications with the server
• Resolution• Ensure the time is consistent throughout the
Essentials network• Use an external time source
Resources
TechNet TechCenterDiscover more technical information athttp://technet.microsoft.com/en-US/Essentials/jj159331
Partner ResourcesFind resources specifically for partners at http://partner.microsoft.com andlearn about the first server opportunity at http://aka.ms/pmcFirstServer
Product PageLearn more about Windows Server 2012 Essentials at http://microsoft.com/essentials2012
© 2012 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries.The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.
Windows Server 2012 Editions
• Per Server Licensing• Limited to 1 processor
only• Up to 15 users, no CALs• Cannot be virtualized and
cannot be used at a virtualization host
• Basic workloads for core IT capabilities: file sharing, printer sharing and remote access
Foundation
• Per Server Licensing• Up to max of 2 processors• Up to 25 users, no CALs• Can be virtualized, but
cannot be used as a virtualization host
• Ideal for small businesses: protect data, organize and access business information and access cloud services
• Processor & CALs• Up to 2 processors per
license; no processor limit• Virtual Use Rights: 2
Instances• Unlimited users with CALs• All server features
including: continuous availability, storage, management, networking, identity and access (parity with Datacenter)
• Processor & CALs• Up to 2 processors per
license; no processor limit• Unlimited Virtual
Instances • Unlimited users with CALs• Full product features• High Density
Virtualization for private and hybrid cloud environments
Essentials Standard Datacenter
Simple and Easy to Use
Protect Data with a Highly Secure, Reliable, and Compatible Server
Cost Effective
Access Business Informationfrom Virtually Anywhere, Anytime
Room to Grow
One server meets all your business needs with simplified management and easily connects to the cloud
Secure data with simplified backups and built-in disaster recovery
Secure data with simplified backups and built-in disaster recovery, and deliver more cost-effective, scalable storage solutions
Consistent and easy access from virtually anywhere, anytime, with high security
Run line-of-business applicationsEasily convert to Windows Server 2012 Standard
Why Windows Server 2012 Essentials?