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Centreon: installation, configuration and administration
Incidents are easier to analyse when you have useful signals. Use Centreon to structure monitoring and the examination of technical information to identify anomalies. Strengthen your ability to guide investigations and discuss service health.
- Duration
- 3 days 21 hours
- Code
- ITASR-002-FR Code
Presentation
Centreon is a powerful, flexible IT monitoring solution and a cornerstone of proactive infrastructure management. It centralises and visualises system, application and network performance to support service availability and reliability. Advanced monitoring, reporting and alerting capabilities make Centreon an essential tool for optimising IT operational performance and responsiveness.
Our 3-day Centreon course explores this monitoring software in depth. Whether you are a systems administrator, network engineer or someone seeking better IT management, learn to master the latest Centreon version from start to finish. The programme covers every critical aspect, from installation and basic configuration to advanced customisation and troubleshooting.
Theory alternates with practice, with practical exercises and multiple-choice assessments to validate learning. Expert trainers guide you throughout the course in an interactive, personalised environment.
Objectives
By the end of this Centreon course, you will be able to:
- install, configure and administer a Centreon monitoring platform;
- monitor Linux and Windows servers and network devices effectively;
- secure the Centreon platform and associated databases;
- optimise Centreon performance and customise the user interface;
- understand Centreon architecture and troubleshoot monitoring issues;
- implement effective notification strategies to alert teams to incidents.
Program
Module 1: exploring and installing Centreon
- Overview of Centreon and its ecosystem.
- Centreon editions: Open Source, IT Edition, Business Edition, MSP Edition and Cloud.
- Benefits of IT monitoring software.
- Basic Centreon installation.
- Resources to monitor.
Practical exercises
- Install Centreon on a virtual machine.
- Explore the interface and basic features.
Module 2: monitoring Linux and Windows servers
- Identifying monitoring requirements.
- Defining hosts to monitor.
- Configuring monitoring functions, including QoS and performance metrics.
- Configuring SNMP services.
- Deploying the monitoring configuration.
Practical exercises
- Monitor a Linux server's CPU, memory, disks and other resources.
- Monitor a Windows server's services and performance.
- Configure SNMP monitoring for a network device.
Module 3: securing Centreon and databases
- Configuring general security settings.
- Securing user accounts.
- Securing the database management system.
- Monitoring MySQL/MariaDB databases.
- Configuring and testing HTTPS connectivity.
Practical exercises
- Configure access rights and user roles.
- Secure access to the Centreon database.
- Establish a secure HTTPS connection.
Module 4: administering and optimising Centreon
- How Centreon administration works.
- Exploring software layers and data collection.
- Optimising the Centreon platform: backup, storage and scheduling.
- Building a monitoring infrastructure with pollers and remote servers.
Practical exercises
- Configure automatic Centreon backups.
- Add a poller for distributed monitoring.
- Optimise Centreon platform performance.
Module 5: mastering Centreon architecture
- How Centreon architecture works.
- Identifying plugins and service checks.
- How the architecture and plugins operate.
- Testing, modifying and troubleshooting checks from the command line.
- Differences between simple and distributed architectures.
Practical exercises
- Install and configure a custom plugin.
- Troubleshoot monitoring errors from the command line.
- Implement a distributed monitoring architecture.
Module 6: customising Centreon for your environment
- Introducing Centreon's graphical interface.
- Adapting Centreon to your needs.
- Customising the graphical interface.
- Defining usage profiles and user permissions.
- Creating profiles for different administration areas.
Practical exercises
- Customise dashboards and monitoring views.
- Create customised user profiles.
- Configure personalised notifications.
Module 7: troubleshooting and managing notifications
- Interpreting Broker and Engine logs.
- Notification management processes and settings.
Practical exercises
- Analyse logs to identify and resolve problems.
- Configure email and SMS notifications.
- Create advanced notification scenarios.
Audience
This course is intended for:
- systems and network administrators responsible for monitoring and managing organisational IT infrastructure;
- IT operations technicians monitoring system performance and resolving problems;
- production engineers responsible for implementing and managing applications and services;
- IT managers overseeing operations and ensuring service availability;
- anyone seeking IT monitoring skills: beginners can also benefit provided they meet the basic prerequisites.
Prerequisites
The following prerequisites apply:
- Operating system administration: sound Linux and Windows knowledge is essential. You should be comfortable navigating file systems, running basic commands and managing services.
- TCP/IP networking: solid fundamentals are required, including IP addresses, subnets and TCP, UDP and SNMP protocols.
- Relational databases: practical MySQL or MariaDB experience, with an understanding of basic queries and data management.
- Virtualisation: the ability to use virtual machines is essential for implementing and testing Centreon configurations in practical exercises.
- IT monitoring: basic understanding of system and network monitoring principles.
- Command line and SSH client: the ability to configure and manage servers from the command line and use an SSH client such as PuTTY.
- Technical English: basic understanding is recommended because some Centreon documentation may be in English.
Teaching and assessment methods
- Initial skills assessment
- Training materials provided to participants
- Continuous assessment throughout the course
- End-of-course feedback questionnaire
- Combination of theory and practical application
- Attendance records
- Post-course follow-up evaluation
- Quiz / multiple-choice questions
- Practical exercises
Course highlights
- Expert trainers: substantial hands-on Centreon experience and proven teaching skills.
- Comprehensive, up-to-date Centreon training: master everything from fundamentals to advanced features. The programme is continually updated for the latest versions and best practices.
- Practical exercises and multiple-choice assessments: progressive activities help you apply knowledge, analyse real cases and measure progress.
- Interactive, personalised learning: discussion and collaborative learning with individual trainer support to answer questions and guide your progress throughout the course.
Dates and sessions
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