CompTIA Server+: Upgrading BIOS and Installing the Operating System

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Summary:

This training course provides an overview of upgrading BIOS and installing operating systems.

Objectives:

After completing this training course , students will be able to:

Explain BIOS and ROM chips
Determine when the system BIOS needs to be upgraded
Define a BIOS upgrade checklist
Perform a BIOS upgrade
List the process used to install and configure a network operating system
Define network operating system functions and processes
Detail the procedure used to verify network connectivity
Explain the use of network administration and monitoring tools

Outline:

BIOS storage
Preparing to upgrade BIOS
Flashing the BIOS
Fixing BIOS upgrade
Booting the server and other onboard ROMS
Preparing a NOS installation
Joining the domain and network settings
Testing connectivity
Updating the NOS and reviewing logs
Monitoring tools
Managing the network

Features:

Exercises that allow users to practice the application
A file containing the text of the exercises
Activities that allow users to apply training course concepts in an interactive questioning environment
A glossary
A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This training course is for anyone preparing for the Server+ exam.

Prerequisites:

CompTIA Server+: Network Terminology and Operating SystemsCompTIA Server+: Servers, Bus Structures, and CachingCompTIA Server+: MemoryCompTIA Server+: Data Storage SystemsCompTIA Server+: Interfacing with the NetworkCompTIA Server+: Installing Network Hardware

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 95, 98, NT, 2000, or XP. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher required. Authorware and Macromedia Flash player recommended but not required. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

Copyright Information:

Microsoft® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Windows NT® is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Novell, NetWare, LANalyzer, GroupWise, ManageWise, Novell Directory Services, Novell Support Connection and NDPS are registered trademarks of Novell, Inc.

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