You are in Training / Microsoft / Windows XP / Course MS2272 / Course Outline

MS2272 Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Module 1: Installing Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Take a closer look: Download Sample Module 1 (Portable Document Format, 1.00 MB).

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Planning an Installation of Microsoft Windows XP Professional
	Installing Windows XP Professional from a Product CD
	Installing Windows XP Professional over a Network
	Upgrading to Microsoft Windows XP Professional.
	Transferring User Settings by Using the USMT
	Activating Windows XP Professional
	Troubleshooting Failed Installations

At the end of this module, you will be able to install Windows XP Professional and upgrade from Microsoft Windows 98 to Windows XP Professional. This includes:

	Planning a Microsoft Windows XP Professional installation.
	Installing Windows XP Professional.
	Upgrading Microsoft Windows 98 to Windows XP Professional.

Module 2: Automating an Installation of Microsoft Windows XP Professional

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Introduction to Automating an Installation of Windows XP Professional
	Creating Answer Files
	Creating a Uniqueness Database File
	How Setup Uses Answer Files and UDFs
	Performing an Automated Installation of Windows XP Professional
	Introduction to Creating and Deploying an Image
	Preparing a Reference Computer
	Creating, Testing, and Deploying an Image
	Remote Installation Services

At the end of this module, you will be able to automate the Setup program to install Windows XP Professional without user intervention by using answer files and Uniqueness Database Files (UDFs). This includes:

	Creating an answer file by using the Setup Manager Wizard.
	Editing the Unattend.txt file and performing an unattended installation.

Module 3: Configuring Hardware on a Computer Running Microsoft Windows XP Professional

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Installing and Configuring Hardware Devices
	Working with Drivers
	Troubleshooting Hardware Devices

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure hardware devices and drivers on a computer running Windows XP Professional. This includes:

	Adding and removing devices by using the Hardware Wizard.
	Using Driver Rollback to restore a device driver.

Module 4: Managing Disks

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Working with Disk Management
	Working with Basic Disks
	Working with Dynamic Disks
	Preparing Disks When Upgrading to Windows XP Professional
	Managing Disks
	Defragmenting Volumes

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure disk drives and perform common disk management tasks. This includes working with dynamic disks.

Module 5: Configuring and Managing File Systems

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Working with File Systems
	Managing Data Compression
	Securing Data by Using EFS

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure and manage file systems. This includes:

	Configuring disk compression.
	Securing files by using EFS.

Module 6: Troubleshooting the Boot Process and Other System Issues

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Examining the Windows XP Professional Boot Process
	Controlling System Settings During the Boot Process
	Changing Startup Behavior Using the Boot.ini File
	Using Advanced Boot Options to Troubleshoot Startup Problems
	Using the Recovery Console to Start the Computer
	Restoring a Computer to a Previous State

At the end of this module, you will be able to troubleshoot the boot process and other system issues.

Module 7: Configuring the Desktop Environment

Take a closer look: Download Sample Module 7 (Portable Document Format, 1.08 KB).

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Configuring User Desktop Settings
	Customizing the Desktop Environment
	Configuring System Settings
	Understanding How User Profiles and Group Policy Affect Desktop Customization
	Using Remote Assistance

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure desktop settings and understand how user profiles and Group Policy affect desktop customization. This includes:

	Customizing the desktop.
	Managing user profiles.
	Using Remote Assistance.

Module 8: Configuring TCP/IP Addressing and Name Resolution

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Configuring IP Addresses
	Troubleshooting IP Addresses
	Determining TCP/IP Name Resolution Methods
	Configuring a DNS and WINS Client
	Connecting to a Remote Host

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure TCP/IP addressing and name resolution. This includes:

	Configuring IP addresses for Windows XP Professional.
	Configuring the DNS client for Windows XP Professional.

Module 9: Configuring Microsoft Windows XP Professional to Operate in Microsoft Windows Networks

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Examining Workgroups and User Accounts
	Creating and Authenticating Local User Accounts
	Configuring Local Security
	Configuring Logon Options in a Workgroup
	Configuring Networking Options in a Workgroup
	Joining a Domain
	Operating in a Domain

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure local user accounts to configure Windows XP Professional to operate in an Active DirectoryTM directory service domain or in a workgroup. This includes:

	Operating in a workgroup.
	Operating in a domain.

Module 10: Supporting Remote Users

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Establishing Remote Access Connections
	Connecting to Virtual Private Networks
	Configuring Inbound Connections
	Configuring Authentication Protocols and Encryption
	Using Remote Desktop
	Storing User Names and Passwords to Facilitate Remote Connections

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure access to remote computers. This includes:

	Configuring a VPN connection.
	Configuring and using Remote Desktop.
	Storing user names and passwords.

Module 11: Configuring Microsoft Windows XP for Mobile Computing

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Configuring Hardware for Mobile Computing
	Configuring Power Management Options for Mobile Computing
	Making Files, Folders, and Web Pages Available for Offline Use

At the end of this module, you will be able to configure Windows XP Professional for mobile computing. This includes:

	Configuring Power Options.
	Configuring offline files.

Module 12: Monitoring Resources and Performance

The following topics are covered in this module:

	Determining System Information
	Using Task Manager to Monitor System Performance
	Using Performance and Maintenance Tools to Improve Performance
	Monitoring Event Logs
	Configuring Program Compatibility

At the end of this module, you will be able to monitor and interpret system and performance information on computers running Windows XP Professional. This includes using Task Manager and Event Viewer. Additionally, you will be able to use the Program Compatibility feature.


Register
	Register for the next course (MS2272) in: Calgary
	Schedule dedicated, customized or on-site training
	Contact a Training Expert