Shows
SysAdmin ShowSAS 058 – Apple’s 47-Day Certificate Proposal with Tim Callan
In this episode I discuss Apple’s proposal to lower SSL/TLS certificate max life from 398 days to 47 days. Tim Callan from Sectigo and the Root Causes podcast joins me.
Connect with Tim Callan:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tim-callan/
Root Causes Podcast: https://www.sectigo.com/root-causes-podcast
2024-11-2445 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 057 – Security Threats and Cures with Robert Collcott
In this episode Robert Collcott joins me again on the show. It has been 4 years and since Robert was last on the show, episode 47. We discuss common security threats and ways to protect against them.
Connect with Robert:
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-collcott/
2024-09-2634 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 056 – Home Lab Deep Dive with Jeroen Schutrup
In this episode I talk to Jeroen Schutrup about his home lab. He has dedicated an entire room to it with a nicely populated rack. He even made network diagrams (see his blog linked below)!
Connect with Jeroen
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeroenschutrup/
Blog: https://megalith.rocks/homelab/
My Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Credits:
Music by Ian Mayzak
2021-12-3054 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 055 – Enhanced Windows Logging with Amanda Berlin
In this episode I speak with Amanda Berlin, the Lead Incident Detection Engineer at Blumira, about her project Logmira. We discuss the benefits of enabling enhanced logging on Windows systems and how Logmira can streamline that process.
Connect with Amanda
Twitter: https://twitter.com/InfoSystir
Mental Health Hackers: https://twitter.com/HackersHealth
Logmira: https://github.com/Blumira/Logmira
Blumira: https://twitter.com/blumirasec
My Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Credits:
Music by Ian...2021-10-2100 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 054 – IT Without A Degree – Your Second IT Job
This is the fourth of a twelve episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you.
In this episode I explain how to move to your second IT job.
Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Twitter: @sysadminshow
Credits:
Music by Ian Ma...2021-09-0638 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 053 – IT Without A Degree – Your First IT Job
This is the third of a 12 episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you.
In this episode I explain how to find your first IT job.
Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Twitter: @sysadminshow
Credits:
Music by Ian Mayzak
2021-05-3148 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 052 – Following Your Passion with Michael Levan
I had the pleasure of speaking with Michael Levan the CTO of CloudSkills.io. In this episode we talk about passion in IT and why it has been getting a bad reputation recently.
Connect with Michael
Website: https://cloudskills.io
Podcast: https://cloudskills.fm
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaellevan
My Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Credits:
Music by Ian Mayzak
Episode edited by Jesse Rutledge
2021-03-1650 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 051 – IT Without A Degree – Preparing For The IT Field
This is the second of a 12 episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you.
In this episode I cover what steps you should take as soon as you decide you want to go into IT.
Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Credits:
Mu...2021-01-1536 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 050 – IT Without A Degree – Is IT Right for Me?
This is the first of a 12 episode series called IT Without A Degree. It is the original concept that lead me to start the podcast. When I started in IT I had no degree or formal training. This isn’t the path for everyone, but it worked for me an can work for you.
Contact Info:
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dustinreybrouck/
Credits:
Music by Ian Mayzak
2021-01-0225 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 049 – IT Career Options
In this episode I give an overview of several of the IT career paths common in the IT field. The field is so vast and varied I was only able to scratch the surface here.
IT SupportCall CenterCorporate Help DeskSole ProprietorMSPStorage AdminEMC/DELLNetAPP3PARNutanixDatabase AdminMSSQLOracleMySQLNetworking AdminCisco/HPE/Juniper/Palo Alto, FortinetISP, Corporate, ConsultantAWS, AzureDeveloperTraditional AppsMobile AppsWeb AppsDevOpsSecOpsCyber SecurityPEN TestingLog Review/MaintenanceDesign/ArchitectureRisk Management/Business ContinuityArchitect/Sales EngineerYears of experienceDeep product knowledgeGood interpersonal skillsPartially a sales roleIT ManagementIT ManagerOne SegmentIT DirectorMultiple business segmentsDay to day operationsCIOStrategy and leadershipIT Project ManagementInternalVAREducationBloggingYouTubePodcastingClassroomOne on oneBooksFinal ThoughtsThink about the kind of work you...2020-10-0231 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 048 – AWS Security with Dylan Shields
In this episode I talk with Dylan Shields about AWS Security best practices. The cloud is great and does make deployment and scaling easier than ever, but security best practices still remain a big responsibility of the cloud customer.
Connect with Dylan:
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-shields-6802b1168
AWS Security Book: https://www.manning.com/books/aws-security
Use discount code PODSYS19 for %40 off any book at Manning!
2020-08-1352 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 047 – Key Skills For Entering IT with Robert Collcott
In this episode I have a conversation with Rober Collcott, A IT Technician, First Line Engineer & Microsoft 365 Specialist. We discuss the key skills for entering the information technology field.
PSA:
I’m looking for someone to help me edit/produce the show. This is a volunteer position using Adobe Audition to process about 2 hours of audio per month. IT/SysAdmin knowledge required. Great way to build experience and you name/ contact info will be included in the show credits. and show notes.
Connect with Robert:
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ro...2020-07-1240 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 046 – Hyper Converged Infrastructure with Chris Tresco
In this episode I talk with Chris Tresco. Chris is an accomplished Architect and Engineer focusing on using nextgen technologies like SDDC, Virtualization, Cloud, Automation, and Security to solve real world, complex business-related problems. We talked about HCI, what it is and what problem it solves.
Connect with Chris:
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-tresco-6815502/
2020-06-2454 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 045 – In The Lab – Python vs. Bash with Ken Youens-Clark
In this episode I talk with Ken Youens-Clark about using Python for some basic scripting tasks. We directly compare writing a small program written in both Bash and Python to see the benefits of using Python. This is an “In The Lab” episode and an YouTube link to the video is listed below.
Thanks to Manning Publications for sponsoring this episode! Visit www.manning.com and use the discount code podsys19 for 40% off any product. Good anytime, so save it for when you need it.
Find/Follow Ken:
Ken’s Book – Tiny Python Projects...2020-05-261h 21SysAdmin ShowSAS 044 – Python for SysAdmins with Doug Farrell
In this episode I talk with Doug Farrell about using Python to help automate sysadmin tasks. Doug Farrell is a senior software developer with over 20 years of experience focusing on Python and JavaScript.
Thanks to Manning Publications for sponsoring this episode! Visit www.manning.com and use the discount code podsys19 for 40% off any product. Good anytime, so save it for when you need it.
Find/Follow Doug:
The Well=Grounded Python Developer https://www.manning.com/books/the-well-grounded-python-developer
Twitter: https://twitter.com/writeson
Website: https://writeson.pythonanywhere.com2020-05-011h 03SysAdmin ShowSAS 043 – My CISSP Test Preperation
In this episode I discuss my experience with test prep for the CISSP exam including a 6-day boot camp I recently attended.
https://www.isc2.org/-/media/ISC2/Certifications/Exam-Outlines/CISSP-Exam-Outline-121417–Final.ashx
2020-04-2723 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 042 – Your IT Career Journey with Jeff Brown
In this episode I talk with Jeff Brown, a system engineer and cloud administrator with 13+ years of experience in server and application administration. We discuss his transition from music to IT and how he navigated his IT career to keep himself engaged and challenged.
Connect with Jeff:
Blog: https://www.jeffbrown.tech
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffwaynebrown
Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/jeffwbrown
2020-04-211h 16SysAdmin ShowSAS 041 – Digital Declutter with Josh Duffney
In this episode I talk with Josh Duffeny about decluttering our digital lives. Josh is a DevOps Engineer, Pluralsight Author, Speaker, Blogger and PowerShell Advocate. This is a great way to look at what technology you are using and if it is helping or harming your productivity. We all only have so much mental capacity and when it is used up by “clutter” we can’t think as clearly or deeply.
Connect with Josh:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/joshduffney
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshduffney/
Blog: http://duffney.io/ 2020-04-0653 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 040 – Jon Clarke – IT Career, Training & Apprenticeships
In this episode I talk with Jon Clarke, an IT professional, instructor and online content creator with over 25 years of experience. We discuss how Jon got his start in IT as well as common career paths and recommendations.
Connect with Jon:
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxf9VicLnyvZhGplp1SMWVA
Twitter: https://twitter.com/it_taster
2020-03-2757 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 039 – Michael Levan – Transitioning to DevOpsIn the episode I talk with Michael Levan about transitioning to DevOps. Michael Levan is owner and Chief Engineer at CloudDev.Engineering as well as an Author, Blogger & Public Speaker. Having been a system administrator Micheal knows first hand what it takes to take that knowledge and apply it in a DevOps role.
Connect with Michael:
Twitter: @TheNJDevOpsGuy
Email: michael.levan@clouddev.engineering
Website: https://www.clouddev.engineering
2020-03-201h 03SysAdmin ShowSAS 038 – Joseph Bragdon – Day In The Life Of A Client Support SpecialistIn this episode I have a conversation with Joseph Bragdon. He is a Client Support Specialist II and he talks about his experiences in this role.
Connect with Joseph:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/josephbragdon/
josephbragdon@outlook.com
2020-03-131h 05SysAdmin ShowSAS 037 – Adam Bertram – Side Hustles, Consulting, Writing and TrainingIn this episode I have a conversation with Adam Bertram about side hustles, consulting, writing and training. Adam Bertram has been working in IT for 21 years . He is an entrepreneur, IT influencer, Microsoft MVP, blogger, trainer, author and content marketing writer for multiple technology companies. We talk about how he got started in IT and his journey to self employment.
Connect with Adam:
https://adamtheautomator.com
https://twitter.com/adbertram
https://linkedin.com/in/adambertram
2020-03-021h 07SysAdmin ShowSAS 036 – In The Lab – 42U Rack, 3 VMware Hosts & Server 2019In this in the lab episode I go over the setup process for my new home lab. I recently got a full height fully enclosed 4-post rack that prompted me to rethink my whole network setup. I recorded several videos throughout this build that are linked below.
VMware User Group:
VMUG
YouTube Videos:
Home Lab: 4-Post Network Rack Planning
In the Lab: 4-Post Rack Completed
In The Lab: 4-post Installing Equipment
In The Lab: Using A Keystone Jack
In The Lab: Basic Network Ca...2020-02-2327 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 035 – Ron Sivonda – Transitioning From Military To ITIn this episode I have a conversation with Ron Sivonda about his transition from military to IT. Anyone looking to get into IT from the military or otherwise will benefit from hearing about Ron’s story and several insights from his perspective as a VP of a cyber security firm.
Show Links:
https://www.veterati.com/
https://vets2pm.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/ron-sivonda_veterans-cybersecurity-veterati-ugcPost-6629099467645812736-WfpH
2020-02-1644 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 034 – Interview with Johnard Owens – Starting an IT Services CompanyIn this episode I talk with the SysAdmin & Business owner Johnard Owens. We talk about how he got started in IT, what he does to stay current and his experiences in stating an IT services company.
You can find more information about Johnard’s company at www.technicalevolutions.com
2019-12-161h 03SysAdmin ShowSAS 033 – Arbitrary Update – New Computer, Lab Rebuild & PowerShell AutomationThis episode is an arbitrary update where I talk about whatever is on my mind. After putting if off over a year I recently built a new computer to help with video streaming & editing. I also have started fresh with my Lab environment adding my old desktop to it. I’ve spent the last few weeks working on PowerShell scripts to help automate some of my routing SysAdmin tasks.
This episode was also streamed live to YouTube as I recorded it. You can watch it here.
2019-11-2223 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 032 – Interview with Travis Plunk and Tyler LeonhardtIn this episode I talk with Travis Plunk and Tyler Leonhardt about their new book Learn PowerShell in a Month of Lunches, Linux and macOS Edition. We discuss the book writing process, installing PowerShell on Linux and macOS, using Visual Studio Code and how PowerShell can make you more productive.
The Book
https://www.manning.com/books/learn-powershell-in-a-month-of-lunches-linux-and-macos-edition?query=Power
Find Travis or Tyler on Twitter
https://twitter.com/TylerLeonhardt
https://twitter.com/TravisPlunk
Recommended Repositories
https://github.com/powershell/powershell
https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-Docker
https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-Snap
https://github.com/PowerShell/PowerShell-RFC
2019-11-0754 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 031 – In The Lab – AWS LightsailIn this episode I walk through the process to setup an AWS Lightsail WordPress multi-site server. This is also available as a video on my YouTube channel.
https://lightsail.aws.amazon.com
Affordable, configurable, fast
Transfer allowance
In and out count towards allowance
Inbound traffic is free after allowance is met
$0.09/GB after allowance
1TB = $90
5 static IP’s, 3 domain zones
20 SSL certificates per year
10 SAN’s per certificate
Snapshots
$0.05/GB/month
20GB = $1/month
Create AWS account
Create Lightsail instance
WordPress Multi-site
Login to console
Find password
Login to WordPress
Configure DNS
Setup primary domain
https://docs.bitnami.com/aws/ap...2019-10-1841 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 030 – YouTube Live Stream Q&AIn this episode I share the audio from my first YouTube live stream. It was an open question and answer session, but since no questions came up I share a bit of my story of how I got into the information technology field. If you would like to watch the video you can find it … Continue reading "SAS 030 – YouTube Live Stream Q&A"2019-09-2929 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 029 – Arbitrary Update – Lync/AudioCodes Troubleshooting, HP Server Workstation & Behind the PodcastThis episode is an update of what I’ve been working on recently.
Lync/AudioCodes
Setting up a new gateway
Working with a vendor
We are going ultimately responsible for the support and reliability of our solutions
Cloud and on premises
HP ML350 G6
48GB Ram
2x Xeon E5530
1TB Samsung Evo SSD
Sata III Card
USB 3 Card
Windows 10
Behind the Podcast
Approaching 1 year consistent
Approaching 10k downloads
175 Subscribers, 300+ downloads per episode
Limited user feedback
Video in the Lab
I’m having a ton of fun
Live-stream Q&A session on Thursday 9/5 at 9pm EST
Email me to regis...2019-08-3119 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 028 – In the Lab with pfSense and OpenVPNIn this lab episode I run through the setup process for OpenVPN on pfSense. If you’re new to pfSense check out episode 10. This is a great opportunity to get hands on experience with networking, VLANs and working with certificates. Education and book knowledge is important, but hand on experience is critical!
You can also check on this episode on my YouTube channel.
2019-08-3033 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 027 – Interview with IT Technician Will CoursonIn today’s show I have the opportunity to speak with Will Courson. He is a listen who is an IT Technician in the process of transition to a SysAdmin role. Will’s story is a great example of how to get started and progress in your IT career.
If you want to contact me you can send emails to Dustin@sysadminshow.com
2019-08-171h 01SysAdmin ShowSAS 026 – Resumes and InterviewsThis episode is all about the resume writing and interviewing process. You may not need this information now, but when you do following these guidelines will help you get the job you want with competitive compensation.
Fitness Plug: Anyone interested in achieving some fitness goals should check out my wife’s Instagram. She is a Beachbody coach as is great at helping people get on a fitness and nutrition plan that works for them. https://www.instagram.com/hreybrouck
Resume
Having a quality resume will help you stand out in the pile of other equally qualified candi...2019-07-3136 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 025 – In the Lab – Intro to PowerShellIn this lab episode I run through a recent PowerShell project. This is a very basic example will give you an idea what can be done with PowerShell. The YouTube video for this episode can be found at https://youtu.be/SXv-ZVV9ioc.
As promised I have included the final scripts below.
##########################demo.ps1#####################
#Define variables
$webdata = “”
$complete = “”
#scrape website content to variable
$webdata = Invoke-WebRequest “www.sysadminshow.com”
while ($complete -ne “1”)
{
if($webdata -like “*SysAdmin Show*”) # check for specific string
{
write-host “Found it!”2019-07-3044 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 024 – Security+This episode is an overview of the Security+ course I recently took.
The Security+ course is intended for those with 2 year of IT experience
The course is broken down into 6 modules
21 Hours of training videos on LinkedIn Learning
https://www.comptia.jp/pdf/Security%2B%20SY0-501%20Exam%20Objectives.pdf
Threats attacks and vulnerabilities – 21%
Types of attacks/threats
Pen testing
Technology and tools – 22%
Setting up network equipment
Introduction to various types of networking technology
Architecture and design – 15%
Deploying secure solutions
Identity and access management – 16%
Introduction to various authentication and authorization methods
...2019-06-101h 38SysAdmin ShowSAS 023 – MotivationToday’s episode is all about getting motivated. If you feel like your stuck spinning your wheels in your IT career this episode will help you get moving!
We are motivated for many different reasons
Basic needs
Food
Water
Shelter
Peer pressure
They want
Guilt/Fear/Obligation
I should
Reward
I can
Internal desire – the most rare
I want
Why does motivation matter?
You will be most satisfied with a career founded on an internal desire
Recognition, guild and money will only bring you so much satisfaction
You will likely spend 30-40 years working, so you might as well...2019-05-3141 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 022 – Arbitrary Update – Sci-fi, Security+, DevOps, Fitness, LifeThis is a new type of episode I’m trying out. In there “Arbitrary Update” episodes I will be sharing anything and everything that is on my mind. Some of it may be SysAdmin and Technology focused, but not all of it. I do expect most of it will resonate with many of you. I’m interested to hear your thoughts on this new format that will be mixed in with my topical and lab episodes. You can send your questions or comments to Dustin@sysadminshow.com.
In today’s show I discuss:
Avengers Endgame
Influx – Daniel Suarez
Sec...2019-05-0527 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 021 – Ticketing SystemsIn today’s show I discuss what ticketing systems are and some of their primary features.
Overview
Ticketing systems allow us to collect, assign and report on specific tasks
I consider a basic ticketing system a necessity for any IT team
Centralized Request Management
What happens if someone is out sick or on vacation?
How do you check the status of an open request that you aren’t working on?
All requests should be centralized
Support Contact Methods
Email
Call
Website
Chat
Walk-ups
Team Workflow
Who reviews new requests (triage)
Do you have specific people for specific applications, or suppo...2019-04-2036 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 020 – In the Lab with Server 2019 CoreIn this episode I walk through the process of installing Server 2019 Core.
Hands on experience is critical for anyone looking to start or enhance their IT career.
I am using my Windows 10 Pro computer with Hyper-V for this lab, so give this a try at home and let me know how it goes. I plan to continue building out this Hyper-V lab in future episodes.
As requested a YouTube screen capture of this episode is also available. https://youtu.be/_ZYv6BHqvgE
2019-03-241h 16SysAdmin ShowSAS 019 – Conversation with Paul JoynerIn this episode I join Paul Joyner on his podcast Sysadmin Today. We cover a wide range of topics including SPAM Filters, Exchange, Office 365, Meraki, SD-WAN & ISP Migrations.
2019-03-061h 36SysAdmin ShowSAS 018 – Patch ManagementIn today’s episode I talk about patching various types of systems and my recommendations for each.
Workstations
BIOS/Firmware
Update at deployment then as needed
Drivers
Update at deployment then as needed
OS
Update monthly
Delay one month from release date unless critical
Applications
Enable auto-update if available
Update monthly if reasonable, otherwise as needed
Level of effort
Cost
Servers
BIOS/Firmware
Update at deployment then as needed
Drivers
Update at deployment then as needed
2019-02-2736 min
Sysadmin Today PodcastSysadmin Today #56: It has been 2 Years!This is my special 2-year Anniversary episode with a special guest Dustin Reybrouck. Host: Paul Joyner Email: paul@sysadmintoday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sysadmintoday Twitter: https://twitter.com/SysadminToday Special Guest Dustin Reybrouck SysAdmin Show Podcast https://sysadminshow.com/ Please Support the Channel https://www.patreon.com/sysadmintoday 2019-02-261h 24SysAdmin ShowSAS 017 – Interview with IT Client Support Specialist Jack McCarthyThis episode is an an interview with Jack McCarthy. He has been working in IT for 6 months and it currently an IT Client Support Specialist.
Some takeaways from my conversation with Jack are:
Don’t be afraid to try different things
Get a job that is close to what you want, even if not the exact field
Be read for opportunities, they often come unexpectedly
Once you find what you like, make a 5 year plan/goal
GCIH Certification:
https://www.giac.org/certification/certified-incident-handler-gcih
2019-01-3121 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 016 – I Know How It FeelsI today’s episode I explain how it feels to learn a new technology and my process for getting past uncertainty.
2019-01-2318 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 015 – Why I Love Being A System AdministratorIn this episode I talk about why System Administrator is my favorite IT role.
Today’s Show
This following is highly influenced by my own opinions and experiences
The System Administrator role is my favorite in the IT field
Education & Experience requirements
4+ years with 4 year degree
8+ years without degree
Responsibilities
Wide range of technology
Highly transferable skills
High impact on business goals
Compensation – https://www.glassdoor.com
Privately owned company with < >You can email me with any feedback dustin@sysadminshow.com
2019-01-0445 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 014 – Disaster RecoveryIn this episode I talk about the importance of being prepared for a disaster that takes your primary data center offline.
Being prepared to keep IT systems operating during or after a disaster is critical
What is DR, how does it work?
How will you offer IT services if a fire destroys your data center?
Email
Voice
Business Software
Billing
Accounts Payable
Payroll
CRM
What servers will you use?
How recent will the data on them be?
What services and data will be available?
This should be driven from management as a part of business continuity
It should...2018-12-1642 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 013 – In the Lab – Installing Exchange 2016In today’s show I add email to the lab with Exchange 2016.
Follow Up
From last show
Grounding bar
Conduits and ladder rack
Airflow
Data Closet Specs
Today’s Show
Exchange 2016 Cu11 install files
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=57388
The 2016 trial will not install on server 2016, but the CU is a full installer and will go into trial mode
VCC 2013: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=40784
UCMA Runtime 4.0: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=34992
.Net 4.7.1 Web Installer: https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=56115
Office 365 ProPlus Evaluation
...2018-12-051h 25SysAdmin ShowSAS 012 – Building a Server RoomServer Room Diagram
In today’s episode I go over all the requirements for building or remodeling a server room.
Today’s Show – Building a Server Room
New construction or remodel
Project Management
Depending on the scope IT maybe expected to manage this project
If not managed by IT you will want to ensure you are involved as early as possible
Communication
Email is best to communicate instructions
It’s good to review, debate and plan in person or on the phone, but follow meetings up with emails outlining what is being done, by who and by when
...2018-11-271h 00SysAdmin ShowSAS 011 – In the Lab – Server 2016 Configuring AD, DNS, DHCP & File ServerIn today’s show we will continue working in the lab. I walk through the process of deploying Active Directory on a new Server 2016 VM with DNS and DHCP. We also setup a file server with a basic network share.
Follow-Up
One way conversation so far, I want to hear from you
Dustin@sysadminshow.com
@sysadminshow
Some upcoming topics include server room specs, DR, patch management
I got VMRC working on Linux Mint
Download the linux .bundle file from VMware
Run sudo sh, follow install instructions
If you want to catch up go back to episodes 7,8,10. So far we...2018-11-241h 16SysAdmin ShowSAS 010 – In the Lab with pfSense, Networking & VMwareWe continue getting the lab setup. Configuring a dedicated network with internet access for the lab using pfSense and VLANs on a managed switch.
https://www.pfsense.org/download/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Private_network
Configure VLANs on pfSense
Home
Public
Lab
Reset and Configure managed switch
Patch in and test
Configure VMware networking
Testing
2018-11-1252 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 009 – Managing IT Vendor RelationshipsFollow-Up
Missed from SAS 006
Testing Hardware/Software
Test everything, try to break it
Don’t assume anything
Testing backups
Monthly backup tests
Quarterly disaster recovery tests
Annual business continuity tests
Today’s Show – Managing IT Vendor Relationships
Everyone will need an IT vendor at some point, so build good relationships for when you need them
Staffing help
Emergencies
Technical assistance for core infrastructure
Evaluation process
Reputation
Size
Cost
Price is important, but isn’t everything
Core competencies
Availability
Location
Qualify engineer who will actually be doing the work – these are often the best relationships
Contract Review
Larger com...2018-11-0638 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 008 – In the Lab – Configuring VMware and Building VMsOn today’s show we continue working on the VMware lab we started last show. We will be focusing on configuring some basic settings, so that we can deploy VMs. Once VMware is setup I walk through the process of deploying a few VMs. The evaluation software I use for the VMs can be downloaded for … Continue reading "SAS 008 – In the Lab – Configuring VMware and Building VMs"2018-11-0240 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 007 – In the Lab – Installing VMwareInstalling VMware ESXi 6.5U2 to use as the basis of my home lab. I was planning on installing ESXi 6.7, but they have release new CPU requirements that my lab servers is not compatible with.
My server is a HP ML350 G6 with 2X XEON E5530 Quad Core CPUs and 48GB of RAM. Any fairly recent computer could work and it does not need to be server class hardware. You will want fast storage and as much RAM as possible. Fast storage will give you better performance for the VMs and more RAM will allow you to have more V...2018-10-2836 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 006 – Testing 123Today’s Show: Testing 123
Developing good testing practices is important
Computer hardware/software testing
Backup restore testing
Documentation & process testing
Patch testing
OS
Application
The basics
Pre-test, validate current state
What works, what doesn’t
Partner with business community if needed
Build test environment
Useful for more complicated or critical systems
Virtualization has made this easy
Pre-test the development environment, does it match production?
Take notes on the steps you take, so you know what to expect during the production upgrade
Verify backups
Have a fail back plan
Outline situations when it would be needed
Post-testing
Does system func...2018-10-2525 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 005 – In the Lab with VirtualBoxIn Today’s episode I take a look at using VirtualBox on Linux Mint. I have included a few pictures of the hardware I use in this episode. This is a fairly old setup but the performance is good mostly because of the SSD drive.
https://linuxmint.com/download.php
https://www.virtualbox.org/wiki/Downloads
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2018-10-2026 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 004 – Facing FearToday’s show is all about facing fear and getting out of your comfort zone.
Is fear holding you back?
Do you put off tasks that you are not sure how to do?
Have you not applied for position you don’t feel qualified for?
Fear is a normal part of life
It is hard to grow without facing some fears
What do I do?
I take on things outside of my comfort zone
Start somewhere
What is the worst that can happen?
Ask questions, get more information
Remember, you won’t always feel this way
Final Thoughts
Fear c...2018-10-1720 minSysadmin Today PodcastSysadmin Today #31: Happy Holidays & Happy New YearThank you for your support and look forward to 2018. Discuss upcoming show topics for next year, and my favorite IT podcasts. Host: Paul Joyner Email: paul@sysadmintoday.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sysadmintoday Twitter: https://twitter.com/SysadminToday Favorite Tech Podcasts Podnutz http://podnutz.com Mike Tech Show Http://mikenation.net Packet Pushers http://packetpushers.net Call that Girl Office 365 Show https://callthatgirl.podbean.com RunAs Radiohttp://www.runasradio.com/ This Week in Enterprise Tech https://tw...2017-12-2321 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 003 – The Basics of Problem SolvingToday’s episode answers listener feedback and explains the basics of problem solving.
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Listener Q&A
Example degree
AAS Computer Information Systems
Computer User Support Specialist
25k – 40k
Lab Equipment Cost
DL360 G7, 8 Cores, 32GB – $220
DL360E G8, 16 Cores, 32GB – $320
Today’s Show
The Basics of Problem Solving
Users report symptoms not problems
Break/Fix
Verify the issue
Can it be reproduced?
Other users affected?
Is a work around available?
Printer example
User reports unable to print
Where are you?
Which printer?
When did this ha...2017-12-0129 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 002 – Let’s Talk TrainingToday’s episode is all about the training options available for IT professionals today.
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Today’s Show – Let’s Talk Training
College
If you can afford it, loans not recommended
If you like structure
If you want to work in management or for a large company
AS, AAS, Bachelors, Masters, PHD
Classes & Certifications
More affordable
More specialized
Continually updated & changing
Well regarded and understood
Sometimes required
CompTIA: A+, Network+, Security+
https://certification.comptia.org/
Cisco: CCNA
https://www.cisco.com/c/en/us/training...2017-10-3136 minSysAdmin ShowSAS 001 – Welcome to the SysAdmin Show! – SysAdmin Does What?This is episode 1 of the SysAdminShow! In this episode I give an intro to the podcast and give an overview of what SysAmins do day to day.
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2017-10-0823 min