Module 1: Introducing LCS 2005 with SP1

This module discusses the concepts of real-time communications (RTC) and LCS 2005 with SP1. It also looks at how LCS can integrate with other RTC products. It describes the different server roles in LCS 2005 with SP1, discusses the topologies it supports, and describes the different deployment and usage scenarios for it.

Lessons

• Introducing Real-Time Communications
• Introducing Live Communications Server
• Integrating LCS 2005 with Client Applications
• Identifying LCS 2005 with SP1 Server Roles
• Reviewing LCS 2005 with SP1 Topologies
• Identifying LCS 2005 with SP1 Deployment Scenarios

After completing this module, students will be able to:

Module 2: Deploying LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition

This module explains the procedure for preparing an Active Directory infrastructure before installing LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition. It also explains how to install LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition by using the setup wizard. Finally, it explains how to configure LCS servers after deployment for client access.

Lessons

• Preparing Active Directory for an LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition Deployment
• Preparing the Enterprise Edition Pool
• Installing LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition
• Configuring LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition

Lab: Installing LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition

• Preparing Active Directory to Install LCS 2005 with SP1
• Creating an Enterprise Pool for Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition
• Creating a DNS Host Record for the Enterprise Edition Pool
• Installing LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition on the Enterprise Pool

Lab: Configuring LCS 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition

• Creating a Certificate Template for Use with LCS 2005
• Installing a Certificate Chain on the Enterprise Pool Servers
• Requesting and Installing a Certificate from the Organization