This chapter was all about the initial setup of Configuration Manager 2012 R2. It showed you how to install and set up all of the prerequisites and requirements. After that, it explained the benefits of using Windows Server Failover Cluster on a database level and how to set up the database on a single server or on a Windows Server Failover Cluster. Then, the entire process of System Center Configuration Manager 2012 R2 installation was explained. In the end, there was an explanation on System Center Configuration Manager sites and site hierarchy as well as of the site features and functionalities.

In the next chapter, we will take a look at the Assets and Compliance section of System Center Configuration Manager 2012 R2 and learn how to configure it and use its functionalities, such as compliance management and configuring Endpoint Protection.