In this course, you will learn about Windows 2000 Professional's powerful features that enable you to install the operating system on multiple computers simultaneously. You will become acquainted with the concept of answer files and distribution folders, as well as with the procedure for creating an answer file and distribution folder. You will learn about the system requirements for installing an RIS server and client and about the procedures for installing RIS, creating image of Windows 2000 Professional, and installing Windows 2000 Professional on a remote computer. The course will teach you to create a disk image using the System Preparation tool, and it will explain the procedure for repackaging Windows 2000 applications for Windows installer, and then deploying the repackaged application. You will find out about resolving problems related to Windows 2000 Professional installation using answer files and RIS. Related Exam: Microsoft Exam #70-210: Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000.

Installing on Multiple Computers training covers such topics as:

Performing an Unattended Installation
Installing Windows 2000 on Multiple Computers Using RAS
Preparing the System for Disk Duplication
Using Windows Installer to Install Applications on Remote Computers
Troubleshooting Installation Problems

Learn about the benefits of performing unattended installation by using answer files and about the critical factors that govern the creation of answer files. You will create answer files, describe the use of creating distribution folders and the system requirements for setting up the RIS server and a client, and describe important RIS-related concepts, set up the RIS server and a client, and deploy Windows 2000 Professional on several computers.

This course also addresses the needs of IT professionals who want to become certified under the new Windows 2000 MCSE track. Completion of this course and the other Course CBT titles from this curriculum will prepare the learner for MCSE Exam 70-210: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional.

Description
This course will give you skills necessary to install, upgrade, and troubleshoot Windows 2000 Professional. You will learn about the different types of Windows 2000 operating systems and about the features of Windows 2000 Professional. You will become acquainted with the requirements for
installing Windows 2000 Professional, and you will have a chance to practice installing Windows 2000 Professional. Finally, you will learn about the common causes for, and solutions to installation problems, and you will become capable of upgrading earlier Windows operating systems to Windows 2000 Professional and troubleshooting installation and upgrade failure problems.
Audience
The course addresses the training needs of system administrators, network designers, and IT consultants. This course also addresses the needs of IT professionals who want to become certified under the new Windows 2000 MCSE track. Completion of this course and the other Course CBT titles from this curriculum will prepare the learner for MCSE Exam 70-210: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional.
Prerequisites
This course assumes the learner has experience installing or maintaining networks, although not necessarily Windows NT networks. Familiarity with Windows 95, 98 or NT 4.0 Workstation desktop operating systems is also assumed.
Course Duration
» 5 hours
Topics Include
Unit 1: Getting Started
» Introducing Windows 2000
» Introducing Windows 2000 Professional
Unit 2: Performing an Installation
» Checking for Hardware Compatibility
» Determining Network Information
» Determining the Installation Mode
» Selecting Setup Options
» Preparing a System for Installation
» Using the Installation Setup Wizard
Unit 3: Upgrading to Windows 2000 Professional
» Applying Update Packs
» Performing an Upgrade
Unit 4: Troubleshooting Failed Installations and Upgrades
» Troubleshooting Installation Failures
» Troubleshooting Upgrade Failures
Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:
» Describe the unique features of Windows 2000 Professional
» Describe critical factors that govern the installation and upgrade of Windows 2000 Professional
» Describe the system requirements for installing and upgrading Windows 2000 Professional
» Describe important networking components and file systems
» Install Windows 2000 Professional on a computer
» Upgrade a Windows operating system to Windows 2000 Professional