Administering and Maintaining Windows 7 (M50292)

In this Windows 7 training course, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows 7 computers, and you will discuss the features of SP 1.

Course Outline

In this Windows 7 training course, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to successfully administer, maintain, and troubleshoot Windows 7 computers, and you will discuss the features of SP 1.

Through practical labs, you'll get invaluable experience with installation and upgrades, remote access, Windows 7 security, and the new desktop environment. You will learn how Windows 7 allows for vast improvements to security, overall system performance, and application compatibility-a robust combination unparalleled in the market.

In this five-day Windows 7 training course, you'll focus on successful configuration of the IT Pro tools and applications that ship with Windows 7. You will learn to identify technical problems that can occur on your organization's client computers, and you'll discover the Windows 7 tools used to monitor and maintain those computers. By the end of this course, you will have installed and configured a Windows 7 desktop that is secure and on the network, while focusing on five main troubleshooting areas: operating system, hardware, networking, security, and applications.

This course incorporates material from the Official Microsoft Learning Product 50292: Administering and Maintaining Windows 7.

What You'll Learn

• How to use the various installation types and upgrade paths available
• Configure and manage the Windows 7 desktop
• New features of Windows 7 SP1
• Add a Windows 7 desktop to an active IPV4/IPV6 network
• Configure Windows 7 for an Active Directory environment and the new Group Policy settings
• Configure the Windows 7 IT Pro tools and applications
• Windows 7 remote capabilities and utilities
• How to use Windows firewall with advanced features and network profiles
• Configure Windows 7 remote access and remote capabilities
• How to use the Windows 7 Mobility Center to manage mobile Windows 7machines
• Secure the Windows 7 desktop
• Configure and use the User account control in various network profiles
• Configure Windows 7 third-party applications with Standard User Analyzer and the Application Compatibility toolkit
• Monitor and troubleshoot Windows 7 computers for problems with the operating system, hardware, network security, and applications

Who Needs to Attend

Experienced enterprise-level IT professionals who focus on a broad range of desktop operating system, desktop application, mobile device, networking, and hardware support issues, who have experience with Windows server operating systems, and whose jobs require them to stay knowledgeable and skilled on new versions and technology updates as defined by the business environment

Course Outline

1. Introduction to Windows 7

• Evolution of the Windows Desktop Operating System
• Windows 7 Products and Features
• Windows 7 Hardware and Software Compatibility
• New Features of Windows 7 SP1

2. Installing Windows 7

• Windows 7 New Installations
• Upgrading to Windows 7
• Windows Server 2008 R2 Deployment Technologies for Windows 7
• The Windows 7 Boot Process

3. Configuring and Managing Windows 7 Settings

• System Properties
• Using the Windows 7 Control Panel
• Managing Accounts and User Profiles
• Configuring Searching and Indexing

4. Customizing the Windows 7 User Interface

• The New Windows Display Driver Model
• Start Menu and Taskbar Settings
• Desktop Personalization
• The Windows 7 Aero Experience

5. Windows 7 in the Workgroup

• Workgroups vs. Active Directory Domains
• Joining a Windows 7 Workgroup
• Windows 7 HomeGroups
• Windows 7 Libraries
• Sharing Resources

6. Integrating Windows 7 with Active Directory

• DNS Overview
• Windows Server 2008 R2 Active Directory
• Joining an Active Directory Domain
• Using Active Directory Tools Remotely
• Implementing Group Policy

7. Windows 7 Networking

• TCP/IP Fundamentals
• The Next Generation TCP/IP Stack
• DHCP
• The Network and Sharing Center
• BranchCache

8. Windows 7 Remote Capabilities and Utilities

• Windows 7 Virtual Private Networking
• Windows 7 DirectAccess
• Remote Desktop
• Power Management Options
• Offline Files and Folders

9. Working with File Systems

• Disk Management and Partitioning
• Mounting VHD Files
• NTFS Version 6.x Features
• File System Security
• Using EFS to Secure Files

10. Securing Windows 7

• User Account Control Settings
• Configuring the Windows 7 Firewall
• Microsoft Security Essentials
• Windows Update
• Using Bitlocker to Secure the Disk
• Implementing Network Access Protection

11. Windows 7 Backup and Recovery

• Windows 7 System Protection
• Restoring Previous Versions of Files
• Backup and Restore
• Windows 7 System Image Backup
• Building a System Repair Disc
• Building a Custom WinRE Disk

12. Troubleshooting and Monitoring Windows 7

• Analyzing System Performance
• Monitoring Tools
• Troubleshooting Tools
• Optimizing Windows 7 Performance

13. Running and Troubleshooting Applications on Windows 7

• Application Compatibility Tools for Windows 7
• Windows 7 File and Registry Virtualization
• Microsoft Virtual PC and XP Mode

Labs

Lab 1: Introduction to Windows 7

• Launch Prerequisite Virtual Machines
• Explore Windows 7
• Prepare the Lab Environment

Lab 2: Installing Windows 7

• Install Windows 7 using Native VHD Boot
• View and Edit the BCD Store
• Use Easy Transfer to Migrate a Profile from Windows XP using the Network
• Use Easy Transfer to Migrate a Profile from Windows Vista using the Hard Disk

Lab 3: Configuring and Managing the Windows 7 Desktop

• Working with User Accounts in Win 7
• Explore System Properties
• Navigate the Control Panel
• Configure File and Folder Options
• Configure Search Properties

Lab 4: Customizing the Windows 7 User Interface

• Customize the Desktop Environment
• Explore Aero Features

Lab 5: Windows 7 in the Workgroup

• Use a Workgroup Environment
• Create and Configure Windows 7 HomeGroup
• Manage Windows 7 Libraries

Lab 6: Integrating Windows 7 with Active Directory

• Explore the Default Policy Settings
• Boot and Join Lab Machines to the Domain
• Administer the Domain from Windows 7
• Manage Group Policies

Lab 7: Windows 7 Networking

• Manage TCP/IP Settings
• Configure IP Remotely
• Troubleshoot DHCP Addressing
• Using the BranchCache Feature

Lab 8: Windows 7 Remote Access and Mobile Computing

• Configure a Windows 7 VPN Connection
• Use Remote Desktop
• Manage Offline Files
• Configure Power Management Settings

Lab 9: Working with File Systems

• Use the Disk Management Snap-In to Create and Manage Volumes
• Work with the VHD Mount Capability of Windows 7
• Manage and Configure NTFS Permissions
• Use EFS to Secure Files

Lab 10: Securing Windows 7

• Configure UAC
• Configure the Windows 7 Firewall
• Use Bitlocker to Secure Data

Lab 11: Windows 7 Backup and Recovery

• Using the System Restore Feature
• Configure and Use Previous Versions
• Using the Windows 7 Backup Tool

Lab 12: Troubleshooting and Monitoring Windows 7

• Use the Performance Monitor Console
• Explore Task Management
• Use the Event Viewer

Lab 13: Running and Troubleshooting Applications on Windows 7

• Install the Application Compatibility Toolkit
• Use the Compatibility Options in Windows 7

Additional Details

Pre-Requisites

- Familiarity with computer hardware and devices, such as the ability to look into Device Manager and look for unsupported devices - Experience supporting previous versions of the Windows operating system - Basic TCP/IP knowledge, such as knowing why you need to have a valid IP address - Basic Windows and Active Directory knowledge, such as knowledge about domain user accounts, domain vs. local user accounts, user profiles, and group membership

Certificates offered

- Eligible for SATV Purchase - 5 Day SATV Voucher

Cancellation Policy

We require 16 calendar days notice to reschedule or cancel any registration. Failure to provide the required notification will result in 100% charge of the course. If a student does not attend a scheduled course without prior notification it will result in full forfeiture of the funds and no reschedule will be allowed. Within the required notification period, only student substitutions will be permitted.

Reschedules are permitted at anytime with 16 or more calendar days notice. Enrollments must be rescheduled within six months of the cancel date or funds on account will be forfeited.

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Global Knowledge
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Global Knowledge Kitchener
50 Queen Street North
Suite 860
Kitchener, Ontario
Canada   N2H 6P4

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- do we get a certifiacate for completing the courseÉ - although the instructor did give us excercises to do I would have liked a few more - almost like a test, so that I made sure I retained and understood what was taught. I`m a learn to do by doing person and like the instrutor lead courses so I can have someone there to explain in my terms how things work. I`ll have to really use the online excercises to make sure Ì am confident when I need to do something in Excel.

Reviewed by Delores P. 2012

   

Should be time allocated for questions and answer

Reviewed by Vinod P. 2012

   

The instructor was excellent as was the hands-on learning approach. The only thing I took issue with was the fact that there were a lot of bilingual persons taking the course and they tended to ask questions in French, during this English class. The instructor was trying very hard to explain everything in both languages, but I felt that these students should have requested a French-speaking classroom setting if they wanted to speak French.

Reviewed by Sheila D. 2012

   

Very professional. Facility clean and comfortable.

Reviewed by Christine P. 2012

   

For the cost of this course, a hard copy of the course handout should be provided as the classes follows the handout word for word.

Reviewed by Caroline P. 2012

   

The facilities at Global Knowledge were great. The Instructor was very knowlegable and made it easy to learn the material. It was a very good experience:)

Reviewed by Tonia L. 2012

   

Note: We had 2 different trainers during this 3 day course. Course: Terminology should reflect North America and be consistent with our business lingo.

Reviewed by Harman M. 2012

   

Found the course very informative. I had little exposure to Sharepoint and learned a number of things I didn't know. Plan to take the next level of training

Reviewed by Michael R. 2011

   

A charged mannul would be provided for students to make notes whereever they think instructions are important as reminders

Reviewed by jinxiu z. 2011

   

The course is so expensive to be payed by oneself. In almost all the others participants their companies pay the fee.

Reviewed by Ricardo T. 2011

   

No course books were provided for us to take.

Reviewed by Hala M. 2011

   

Course was very detailed but more time would be helpful during workshops. An additional day would help lessen the course load.

Reviewed by Roydon F. 2011

   

should have discuss some case studies,,overall A+

Reviewed by Syed A. 2011

   

Our instructor was very knowlegable and he provided excellent real life stories.

Reviewed by Stephen W. 2011

   

The course was very relevant. I was able to apply the knowledge I aquired in the course to my job on the very next day. The only complaint I have is with the temperature of the room. It was freezing! Students has to wear a jacket or sweater. We were told the temp gage was shared with another classroom that was quite warm so they had turned the temp very low causing our room to be very uncomfortable.

Reviewed by Yasmine I. 2011

   

Given the cost of the course, the hardcopy of the manual should have been provided. It would have been useful to make notes alongside the material as we went along.

Reviewed by Jeff P. 2011

   

I am very disappointed with the handouts. I was told I could go online and download a copy of the manual, the problem is that I would like the printed copy of the manual. I chatted online with one of your technitian who was unable to help me. Then I was told someone would contact me by phone to help me. That never happened. When taking a training course, a person EXPECTS to leave the course with ALL the material.

Reviewed by Betty M. 2011

   

Great course provider, keep it on your roaster

Reviewed by Catherine G. 2011

   

Course content and labs were very good, everything worked as expected.

Reviewed by Francisco C. 2011

   

I really enjoyed this course and was surpised how ell everything was run...enjoyed the instructer very much (Par) and would like to take an other course with him. I wish we could have taken the work book home with us though!!!

Reviewed by gail h. 2010