Supporting Windows Vista Computers with Desktop Images and Application Packages

Course

In Birmingham and London

£ 695 + VAT

Description

  • Duration

    2 Days

This two-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to use a Windows Vista operating system image and application package deployment infrastructure to minimize the downtime at the Windows Vista client. The desktop support technicians can use this infrastructure to improve the support experience in the following scenarios: New installations* Single computer migrations* Single computer reinstallationsThe course also provides guidance on how to install application.

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Location

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Birmingham (West Midlands)
Spring House, 3010 The Crescent, Solihull Parkway, Birmingham Business Park Birmingham, B37 7YE

Start date

On request
London
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3-5 Crutched Friars, EC3N 2HR

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On request

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Course programme

This two-day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to use a Windows Vista operating system image and application package deployment infrastructure to minimize the downtime at the Windows Vista client. The desktop support technicians can use this infrastructure to improve the support experience in the following scenarios:* New installations* Single computer migrations* Single computer reinstallationsThe course also provides guidance on how to install application packages on Windows Vista computers for support scenarios that require application updates or reinstallsCourse contentModule 1: Windows Vista Desktop Deployment InfrastructureThis module explains the components of a Windows Vista deployment infrastructure that uses the Business desktop Deployment (BDD) 2007 Solutions Accelerator.
Lessons
  • Windows Vista Desktop Deployment Infrastructure
  • The Components ofBDD2007
  • Identifying the Support Scenarios
Lab: Accessing TheBDDTools
  • InstallingBDD2007
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Describe the standard deployment processes supported byBDD2007
  • Describe the tools available as part ofBDD2007
  • Identify the support scenarios that can be supported usingBDD2007
Module 2: Preparing to Apply Desktop ImagesThis module explains how to describe the necessary steps required to prepare a computer for Windows Vista image deployment.
Lessons
  • Preparing the Target Computer
  • Backing up the User State
Lab: Preparing to Apply Desktop Images
  • Reviewing the User State profile and Completing the User State Checklist
  • RunningUSMTto Back up a User State
  • Verifying Successful User State Backup
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Prepare the Target Computer
  • Backup the User State
Module 3: Supporting Computers with Desktop ImagesThis module explains how to apply a Windows Vista operating system image to a target computer.
Lessons
  • Obtaining the Desktop Image
  • Verifying the Desktop Image Application
Lab: Applying Desktop Images
  • Booting to the Windows Pre-Installation Environment
  • Applying an Image from the Network
  • Verifying Desktop Image Deployment
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Determine the best method to obtain the desktop image and apply a desktop image
  • Verify the desktop image application
Module 4: Installing ApplicationsAfter completing this module, the students will be able to describe the steps required to prepare a Windows Vista computer for applications and application installation packages.
Lessons
  • Preparation Steps for Installing an Application Package
  • Application Package Deployment Methods
Lab : Preparing to Install an Application Package
  • Determining User Requirements
  • Configuring Group Policy to Install Microsoft Office Professional 2007
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Identify application deployment methods
  • Create application packages
Module 5: Restoring and Validating User StateThis module explains how to restore and validate user state on a newly deployed Windows Vista desktop image.
Lessons
  • Restoring User State
  • Verifying User State
Lab : Restoring and Verifying User State
  • RunningUSMTto Restore a User State
  • Verifying Successful User State Restore
  • Discussion: Helping Users Adjust to the New Environment
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Restore user state on a newly deployed Windows Vista desktop image
  • Validate user state on a newly deployed Windows Vista desktop image
Module 6: Troubleshooting Desktop and Application InstallationsThis module explains how to troubleshoot issues that are affect the operating system deployment and application package installation.
Lessons
  • Desktop Installation Troubleshooting
  • Application Installation Troubleshooting
Lab : Troubleshooting Application Installation
  • Troubleshooting Disk Configurations
  • Troubleshooting Deployed Application Settings
  • Troubleshooting Application File Type Associations
After completing this module, students will be able to:
  • Identify and use desktop installation troubleshooting techniques
  • Identify and use application installation troubleshooting techniques

Supporting Windows Vista Computers with Desktop Images and Application Packages

£ 695 + VAT