Mastering System Center Operations Manager 2007
Harness Microsoft's Powerful Server Management ToolIf you're an IT professional, you're busy enough trying to manage multiple systems and stay proactive with the technology demands of today's fast-moving companies. System Center Operations Manager 2007 is designed to make your life easier—and this comprehensive book is your one-stop gateway to it all. With intermediate to advanced coverage, this book gives you the information you need to deploy, manage, and maintain SCOM 2007, and use it to monitor your network.Along with pages of clear explanations and in-depth instruction, this practical guide puts SCOM 2007 into the context of your job role with real-world scenarios and examples. There is also a collection of ready-to-use scripts on the book's Web page at www.sybex.com that you can download and use immediately.From installation to automating tasks, you'll find the expert guidance you need to get the most out of SCOM 2007.Coverage includes:Identifying system requirements and installing Operations Manager 2007Creating Management Pack lifestyle standardsMonitoring services, servers, and clients with the Operations ConsoleUnderstanding audit collection servicesSetting up agentless exception monitoringBacking up, restoring, and recovering from disastersWorking with complex environmentsStreamlining and automating OpsManager 2007 with scriptingUsing Windows PowerShell with OpsManager 2007 objectsMaster the Components of SCOM 2007Create End-to-End Solutions Across Applications, Systems, Software, and HardwareAutomate Tasks, Improve Reporting, and Increase EfficiencyBe Proactive in Meeting Your Company's IT DemandsUnderstand Microsoft® Office Framework (MOF) and Best Practices