Support for Windows 7 Chapter 1 Installing and Maintaining Windows 7
About the Presentations
The presentations cover the objectives found in the opening of each chapter.
All chapter objectives are listed in the beginning of each presentation.
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Objectives
In this chapter, you will learn:
About new features of Windows 7 and how it differs from Windows Vista
How to prepare for a Windows 7 installation
How to install Windows 7, including upgrades, clean installations, and dual-boot systems
How to use the Windows 7 Action Center to help solve hardware and software problems
How to use the Windows 7 Backup and Restore utility
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Objectives (cont’d.)
About creating a system image of Windows 7
About installing and supporting Windows 7 in a large enterprise
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What’s New with Windows 7
Fewer differences between Windows 7 and Vista compared to Vista and XP
Tools are similar to those in Vista
Works faster and uses fewer system resources than Vista
Many improvements over Windows Vista
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Improvements Over Windows Vista
Taskbar changes
New and taller taskbar displays a large full-screen preview on mouse over
Jump List provides access to some of the major functions of the program
Aero Peek gives you a peek at the desktop
Windows Touch
Allows you to use a touch screen without additional software
Supports multi-touch
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Figure 1-1 Mouse over the Internet Explorer icon in the taskbar to see each open tab in IE Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 7
Figure 1-3 Use Aero Peek to view the Windows desktop and gadgets Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning
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Improvements Over Windows Vista (cont’d.)
Snap and shake windows
Aero Snap automatically maximizes a window when you drag it to the top of the desktop
Aero Shake allows you to place the cursor in the title bar of a window, shake the window and minimize all other open windows
Libraries
A collection of one or more folders and their contents
Files and folders can be located on any storage media on the local computer or network
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Figure 1-4 Windows 7 includes four default libraries Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 10
Improvements Over Windows Vista (cont’d.)
Windows XP Mode allows you to run older applications that are not compatible with Windows 7
Action Center
Replaces the Vista Security Center
Is a centralized location that alerts the user to issues that might need to be addressed
Homegroups
Used to share resources on the computer with other computers on the local network belonging to the homegroup
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Improvements Over Windows Vista (cont’d.)
Windows Life Essentials includes:
Messenger
Photo Gallery
Writer
Movie Maker
Family Safety
Toolbar
Microsoft Security Essentials: antivirus software that protects a system against malware
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Editions of Windows 7
Windows 7 Starter
Has the most limited features
Intended for use on networks or in developing nations
Windows 7 Home Basic: designed for low-cost home systems not requiring full security and networking features
Windows 7 Home Premium
Similar to Windows 7 Home Basic
Includes additional features such as the Aero user interface
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Editions of Windows 7 (cont’d.)
Windows 7 Professional
Intended for business users
Similar to Windows Vista Business
Windows 7 Enterprise
Includes additional features over Windows 7 Professional
Major additional features include BitLocker Drive Encryption and support for multiple languages
Multiple site licensing available
Windows 7 Ultimate: includes every Windows 7 feature
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32-Bit or 64-Bit Versions
An operating system is built using either 32-bit or 64-bit code
Use a 64-bit version of Windows 7 if:
You need increased performance
Your system has enough resources to support it
A 64-bit installation of Windows
Generally runs faster than a 32-bit installation
Can support more RAM
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Preparing to Install Windows 7
Before installing Windows 7, determine if:
The system’s hardware resources qualify
The hardware devices are compatible
The system has a DVD drive
Minimum/recommended hardware: Hardware
For 32-Bit
For 64-Bit
Processor
1 GHz or faster
1 GHz or faster
Memory (RAM)
1 GB
2 GB
Free hard drive space
16 GB
20 GB
Video device and driver
DirectX 9 device with WDDM 1.0 or higher
DirectX 9 device with WDDM 1.0 or higher
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Preparing to Install Windows 7 (cont’d.)
Many hardware manufacturers have not produced Windows 7 drives
Run the Windows 7 Upgrade Advisor before you upgrade
Microsoft also has a Compatibility Center that is searchable
Dual boot allows you to install the new OS without disturbing the old one
Compatibility mode: group of settings that can be applied to older drivers or applications
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Figure 1-8 The Windows 7 Compatibility Center for hardware and software Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 18
Preparing to Install Windows 7 (cont’d.)
Upgrade licenses cost less than the full license
Upgrades can be purchased for a PC that already has a Windows XP or a Windows Vista license
Both the upgrade and full license can be used for a clean installation or in-place upgrade installation
In-place upgrade: launched from the Windows desktop and carries forward user settings and installed applications
Clean install: creates a fresh installation and does not carry forward settings or applications
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Preparing to Install Windows 7 (cont’d.)
When the computer doesn’t have a DVD drive
Use an external DVD drive
Download it from the Internet
Copy setup files from another computer on the network that has a DVD drive
Perform a network installation of Windows
Use a USB flashdrive
Decide on a clean install, in-place upgrade, or dual boot
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Installing Windows 7
For an in-place upgrade
Boot the system to the Windows desktop
Close open applications and scan for viruses
Install the Windows 7 DVD and launch Windows setup
Follow the instructions on the screen
Locate the product key
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Figure 1-10 Begin the Windows 7 installation from the AutoPlay box Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 22
Figure 1-12 Opening menu when you launch Windows 7 setup from within Windows Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 23
Figure 1-16 The Windows 7 product key found on the inside of a retail package or on the outside of an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) package Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 24
Installing Windows 7 (cont’d.)
To perform a clean install or a dual boot:
Begin the installation from the Windows 7 DVD or from the Windows desktop
If no operating system is installed on the PC, start booting from the DVD
When installing the upgrade to a replacement hard drive:
Install Vista or XP first, then install the upgrade
Install Windows 7 twice
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Figure 1-20 Select language, time, and keyboard options Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 26
Installing Windows 7 (cont’d.)
After the installation:
For an OEM installation, affix the product key sticker to the computer
Verify that you have network access
Activate Windows
Install updates and service packs for Windows
Verify automatic updates are set as you want them
Install hardware and applications
Turn Windows features on or off
For a laptop, configure power management settings
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Figure 1-26 Paste the Windows 7 Certificate of Authenticity sticker to a new desktop Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 28
Figure 1-29 The network icon in the taskbar indicates a problem Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 29
Figure 1-32 Verify the Network security key for the wireless network is correct Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 30
Figure 1-41 Manage how and when Windows is updated Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 31
Windows 7 Action Center
The support and troubleshooting tools from Vista exist in Windows 7 and work the same way
Some of the tools are renamed
Action Center is new to Windows 7
Provides an easy-to-access central location to find many support tools
Problems are color coded
Red indicates a critical problem
Orange indicates a less critical problem
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Figure 1-52 The Action Center shows a critical problem that needs a resolution Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 33
Windows 7 Action Center (cont’d.)
When first opened, any problem that needs addressing is displayed
Only lists problems when solutions are available
Also possible to see a list of past and current problems providing a history of problems
The Security and Maintenance Settings and Support tools provides options such as virus protection settings
The UAC (User Account Control) box offers more options in Windows 7
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Windows 7 Action Center (cont’d.)
The Action Center can be used to view performance reports and adjust Windows for best performance
Performance and Information and Tools window contains links to adjusting
Visual effects
Indexing options
Power settings
Tools to clean up the hard drive
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Figure 1-58 Detailed information about key system components Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 36
Backing Up User Data and the System Image
The Windows 7 Backup and Restore utility provides more control over what you can choose to back up compared to Vista
Windows 7 Professional, Ultimate, and Enterprise editions allow you to save the backup to a network location
You can select the folders and libraries to be included in the backup
Shadow copy: made of any open files so that they can be included in the backup
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Figure 1-61 Set up a backup routine for the first time Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning
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Figure 1-68 View and change backup setting Courtesy: Course Technology/Cengage Learning 39
Backing Up User Data and the System Image (cont’d.)
A simple way to open a Windows utility window is to use the Search programs and files box
A previous version of a file or folder is a version that was previously created by the Backup and Restore utility or by System Protection when it created a restore point
Restore point: a snapshot of the Windows system and includes files that have changed since the last restore point was made
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Backing Up User Data and the System Image (cont’d.)
Backup and Restore can be used to create a system image
Important points about a system image
It is a copy of the Windows volume
It must always be created on an internal or external hard drive
The system image on a hard drive can be found in the path D:\WindowsImageBackup\computer name
In addition to backing up a system image, you should also back up individual folders that contain user data
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Backing Up User Data and the System Image (cont’d.)
Windows Backup and Restore offers two ways to create a system image:
Include backing up the system image as part of the regularly scheduled backup procedure
Create a system image apart from the regularly scheduled backup procedure
The system image you create using Backup and Restore can only be installed on the computer that was used to create it
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise
In a large computing environment deployment strategies are needed to perform installations
Deployment strategy
A procedure to install Windows, device drivers, and applications on a computer
Can include the process to transfer user settings, application settings, and user data files from an old installation to the new installation
Microsoft suggests four deployment strategies; the one selected depends on the number of computers to be deployed and the time required
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
High-touch with retail media strategy
Recommended for fewer than 100 computers
Except for upgrade installations, applications must be manually installed after the OS is installed
Windows Easy Transfer can be used to transfer user settings
User State Migration Tool (USMT)
Included in the AIK
The kit contains software tools and documentation to set up high-volume deployments
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
High-touch with standard image strategy
A system administrator prepares a standard image
Standard image: includes Windows 7, drivers, and applications
The image is created using tools in the Windows AIK
It is usually stored in an 8 GB or larger bootable USB flash drive
The installation is started manually by booting from the flash drive
It takes longer to set up than the high-touch with media strategy
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
Lite-touch, high-volume deployment strategy
Uses a deployment server on the network to serve up the installation after a technician starts the process
Distribution share: files in the installation that include Windows, device drivers, and applications
The technician starts the installation by booting the computer to Windows PE
Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE) is a minimum operating system used to start the installation
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
Zero-touch, high-volume deployment strategy
The most difficult to set up and requires complex tools
Does not require pull automation (the user starting the process)
Uses push automation (the server automatically pushes the installation to a computer)
The entire installation is automated and no user intervention is required
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
The Windows 7 version of USMT is:
Version 4.0
Much improved over earlier versions
Included in the Windows AIK software
AIK software must first be installed before using USMT
Source: the computer from which the user and application settings as well as user files are taken
Destination: the computer that is to receive the data
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
USMT software uses two commands
ScanState migrates settings and files from the source to a safe location
LoadState applies the settings and files to the destination computer
What to expect with IPv6
IPv6 uses 128 bits for an IP address instead of IPv4 with 32 bits
Addresses are written as 8 blocks of hexadecimal numbers
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Special Concerns When Working in a Large Enterprise (cont’d.)
Windows 7 supports both IPv4 and IPv6 on the same network
Both standards are enabled by default
The IPv6 addresses are followed by a % sign and a number
Tunnels are used by IPv6 to transport IPv6 packets through or over an IPv4 network
Three tunneling protocols have been developed: ISATAP, Teredo, 6TO4
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Summary
Windows 7 performs better than Windows Vista with fewer resources.
The Windows 7 taskbar incorporates a Jump List allowing quick access to recently used files.
Windows 7 supports multi-touch with Windows Touch.
Aero Snap and Shake provide additional ways to restore, maximize, resize, and move windows.
Libraries collect files and folders into logical collections
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Summary (cont’d.)
Windows XP mode allows users to run older programs in a native Windows XP environment, available for certain editions of Windows 7
The Action Center is now a central alert and support center.
The homegroup provides for improved sharing over the standard Windows workgroup.
All editions except Starter are available in 32-bit and 64-bit versions.
Upgrade licenses allows for cheaper upgrades
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Summary (cont’d.)
Windows 7 can be installed as an in-place upgrade, in a dual-boot scenario or as a fresh install.
The four deployment strategies are (a) high-touch with retail media, (b) high-touch with a standard image, (c) lite-touch, high-volume deployment, and (d) zero-touch, high-volume deployment.
IPV6 is now the standard stack for Windows 7, and IPV6 packets are tunneled over the commonly deployed IPV4 network
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