What’s is New in Microsoft System Center 2012 R2
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Category Archives: System Center 2012 SP1
#SQL Server-Based Database Services for Hosting Providers Guide #Hyperv #SCVMM
SQL virtual Hosting
Overview
This is a hardware-agnostic guide to building the infrastructure for hosting Microsoft® SQL Server® Database as a Service (DBaaS). By using the features of SQL Server 2012 and Hyper-V® virtual machines with Microsoft System Center 2012, a hosting service provider can start with very small tenant databases and scale out or scale up to meet the needs of the largest and busiest SQL Server applications. This reference architecture includes hardware, software, system design, and component configuration.
You can download Database as a Service Reference Architecture Guide here :
Upgrade Sequencing for System Center 2012 R2 information #sysctr #WindowsAzure
In an environment that includes two or more components of Microsoft System Center 2012, the order in which you upgrade those components from System Center 2012 Service Pack 1 (SP1) to System Center 2012 R2 is very important. With the release of System Center 2012 R2, you now have the option to add additional components beyond what was available with the release of System Center 2012 Service Pack 1 (SP1). The order in which you introduce additional components is also very important. The following is a list of components, including new components for the System Center 2012 R2 release that are affected by upgrade sequencing:
1. Service Management Automation
2. Orchestrator
3. Service Manager
4. Data Protection Manager (DPM)
5. Operations Manager
6. Configuration Manager
7. Virtual Machine Manager (VMM)
8. Service Provider Foundation
9. Windows Azure Pack for Windows Server
10. Service Bus Clouds
11. Windows Azure Pack
12. Service Reporting
13. App Controller
The list of components is presented in order of upgrade priority and in the order of introducing new components; the first component to be added or upgraded is at the top of the list. If you have only one of these System Center components in your environment, then you can proceed directly to the upgrade guide for that component. Otherwise, follow the steps in this guide to make sure that you perform the upgrades and additions in the correct sequence. Refer to the individual component-level deployment guides when adding an additional component for System Center 2012 R2.
The following sections in this guide show you how to prepare for upgrading two or more System Center components and are presented in order of upgrade precedence. Start with the section in this guide for the component you have at the highest position on the list. For example, if you have Operations Manager and VMM, start with the Operations Manager section first, as it is higher in the list, and then proceed to the VMM section.
Read the section in this guide for each component you have to help you prepare for an upgrade before referring to the specific component upgrade guide.
Except for the case of VMM and App Controller, you do not need to upgrade additional components at the same time. As long as you perform the upgrades and add additional components in the order listed, an upgraded or installed component will continue to function with the other components that have yet to be upgraded or installed.
Except for VMM, which requires Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2012 R2 Preview, it is assumed that no other operating system upgrades have taken place before or during this upgrade. Upgrade the various System Center components before you upgrade the operating system. In addition, we assume that no upgrades to SQL Server have taken place. You can upgrade to SQL Server 2012 after you have upgraded your System Center components.
We recommend that you update all of the System Center 2012 components with the most current update rollups, or newer, if available. The current update rollups as of the time of this publication are shown in the following table.
| Component | Current Update Rollup |
| Orchestrator | UR2 |
| Service Manager | UR2 |
| DPM | UR2 |
| Operations Manager | UR2 |
| Configuration Manager | CU2 |
| VMM | UR2 |
| App Controller | UR2 |
Introducing #Dell PowerEdge VRTX for Hybrid #Cloud with System Center 2012 SP1 Suite #sysctr
IaaS Technical Guidance for Hosting Service Providers and Provisioning #WindowsAzure #SPF #sysctr
Service Provider Foundation (SPF) Scenario’s
“The capability provided to the consumer is to provision processing, storage, networks, and other fundamental computing resources where the consumer is able to deploy and run arbitrary software, which can include operating systems and applications. The consumer does not manage or control the underlying cloud infrastructure but has control over operating systems, storage, and deployed applications; and possibly limited control of select networking components (e.g., host firewalls).” => IaaS
Windows Server hosting is one of the largest and fastest growing cloud services opportunities for hosting service providers (HSPs). This document provides technical guidance and key considerations for HSPs who want to provide infrastructure-as-a-service to their customers by using Windows Azure Services for Windows Server, Windows Server 2012, and System Center 2012.
Infrastructure-as-a-Service Technical Guidance for Hosting Service Providers
#Microsoft System Center 2012 SP1+ R2 Configuration Manager – Clients for Additional OS #sysctr #Apple #Linux
Microsoft System Center 2012 Configuration Manager SP1 supports the management of Apple Mac clients. The client for Mac computers allows you to discover, collect inventory, manage settings, and deploy applications and patches using your Configuration Manager environment.
Microsoft System Center 2012 Configuration Manager SP1 also supports the management of UNIX and Linux servers. The clients for UNIX and Linux extends the scope of your Configuration Manager environment to collect inventory, deploy software, and run reports about UNIX and Linux servers in your enterprise. The client operates as a workgroup client that is managed by Configuration Manager.
Feature Summary: Mac Client: The following Mac versions are supported in this release:
- Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard)
- Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion)
- Mac OS X 10.8 (Mountain Lion)
The following scenarios are supported through the Mac client in Microsoft System Center 2012 Configuration Manager SP1:
- Discovery – Discovers Mac OS X system in Active Directory and through network discovery
- Hardware Inventory – Provides hardware inventory and auditing of computers running Mac OS X, including a list of installed software similar to add/remove programs for Windows systems.
- Settings Management – Ensures computers running Mac OS X comply with company policies using scripts and preference list management.
- Application Deployment – Distributes required software via app model.
- Software Updates Management – Distributes patches utilizing Software Distribution and Settings management features.
UNIX/Linux Client: The following UNIX and Linux versions are supported in this release.
- AIX Version 7.1, 5.3
- Solaris Version 11, 10, 9
- HP-UX Version 11v2, 11v3
- RHEL Version 6, 5, 4
- SLES Version 11, 10, 9
- CentOS Version 6, 5
- Debian Version 6, 5
- Ubuntu Version 12.4 LTS, 10.4 LTS
- Oracle Linux 6, 5
The following scenarios are supported by the UNIX and Linux clients:
- Hardware Inventory – Hardware inventory can be viewed through Resource Explorer and can be used to create collections of UNIX and Linux computers.
- Software Inventory – Through hardware inventory the list of natively installed software can be gathered from the UNIX and Linux computers – similar to add/remove programs for Windows systems.
- Software Distribution – Deploy new software, update existing software and apply OS patches to collections of UNIX/Linux computers (using a package and program). Run arbitrary maintenance scripts on a collection of UNIX/Linux servers.
- Secure and Authenticated Communications
- Consolidated Reports
You can download the System Center 2012 SP1 Configuration Manager Clients for additional OS here
Download the Clients for System Center 2012 R2 Configuration Manager here :
You can download the System Center 2012 R2 Configration Manager Clients for additional OS here
#Microsoft Infrastructure-as-a-Service Product Line Architecture Deployment Guide #sysctr #SCVMM #Hyperv #WS2012
This document is to provides customers with the necessary guidance to deploy a Microsoft private cloud infrastructure in accordance with the IaaS PLA patterns that are identified for use with Windows Server 2012 and System Center 2012 Service Pack 1 (SP1). This document provides specific guidance for deploying a management architecture for an overall private cloud solution.
Stay Connected to Microsoft #MSTechEd 2013 from Anywhere #sysctr #WS2012 #Hyperv #Cloud #WindowsAzure
There’s no doubt that in June, Tech Ed North America and TechEd Europe are the places to be to get the greatest download of technical information and training out there. However, we know that not everybody can make it, but the good news is that even if you aren’t able to attend, you can still follow along and take part in the experience from the comfort of your own office, home, or even your datacenter!
Technical Documentation Download for System Center 2012 – Virtual Machine Manager #SCVMM #Powershell #Hyperv
Virtual Machine Manager (VMM) is a management solution for the virtualized datacenter, enabling you to configure and manage your virtualization host, networking, and storage resources in order to create and deploy virtual machines and services to private clouds that you have created.
Download the Technical Documentation Download for System Center 2012 – Virtual Machine Manager
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