Module 1: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7 Module Overview Preparing to Install Windows 7 Key Features of Windows 7 Editions of Windows 7 Hardware Requirements for Installing Windows 7 Advantages of Using 64-Bit Editions of Windows 7 Improved user interface and accessibility features BranchCache TM, DirectAccess, and VPN Reconnect Productivity Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode Manageability Microsoft Windows PowerShell 2. Group policy Scripting Windows Troubleshooting Packs Problem
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6292A_01Installing, Upgrading, And Migrating to Windows 7
Module 1: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7 Module Overview Preparing to Install Windows 7 Key Features of Windows 7 Editions of Windows 7 Hardware Requirements for Installing Windows 7 Advantages of Using 64-Bit Editions of Windows 7 Improved user interface and accessibility features BranchCache TM, DirectAccess, and VPN Reconnect Productivity Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode Manageability Microsoft Windows PowerShell 2. Group policy Scripting Windows Troubleshooting Packs Problem
Module 1: Installing, Upgrading, and Migrating to Windows 7 Module Overview Preparing to Install Windows 7 Key Features of Windows 7 Editions of Windows 7 Hardware Requirements for Installing Windows 7 Advantages of Using 64-Bit Editions of Windows 7 Improved user interface and accessibility features BranchCache TM, DirectAccess, and VPN Reconnect Productivity Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode Manageability Microsoft Windows PowerShell 2. Group policy Scripting Windows Troubleshooting Packs Problem
Migrating to Windows 7 Module Overview Preparing to Install Windows 7 Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 7 Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 7 Performing Image-Based Installation of Windows 7 Configuring Application Compatibility Lesson 1: Preparing to Install Windows 7 Key Features of Windows 7 Editions of Windows 7 Hardware Requirements for Installing Windows 7 Advantages of Using 64-Bit Editions of Windows 7 Options for Installing Windows 7 Improved user interface and accessibility features Windows Search
BranchCache TM , DirectAccess, and VPN Reconnect
Productivity Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode
Manageability
Microsoft Windows PowerShell 2.0 Group Policy Scripting
Windows Troubleshooting Packs Problem Steps Recorder Improvements to System Restore Tool and Reliability Monitor
AppLockerTM Improvements in auditing Group policy preferences
Reduce help desk calls Automation Flexibility Windows Imaging (WIM) format and image- based deployment Modularization
Network deployment by using Windows Deployment Services with Multicast with multiple stream transfer and Dynamic driver provisioning The new Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) and improvements in User State Migration Tool (USMT) 4.0
Deployment Application recovery and error reporting
Detection and recovery from hard disk and memory failures Auto-tuning network stack for more efficient bandwidth utilization
Reliability and performance Defragmentation runs in the background
Data protection at document, file, directory, computer and network levels Rights Management Services (RMS) Encrypting File System (EFS)
Windows BitLocker TM Drive Encryption and Windows BitLocker To Go TM
Internet Protocol Security (IPsec)
Multi-tiered data protection Fundamentally secured platform New features and improvements to protect against worms, viruses, and malware
Administrators work at user privilege level Streamlined User Account Control (UAC)
Security Usability Clearer ways to organize, search for, and view information New communication, mobility, and networking features
Key Features of Windows 7 Improvements to the user interface Accessibility features
BranchCache TM , DirectAccess, and VPN Reconnect
Enhanced user productivity Reliable and consistent performance using new hardware features Improved application recovery and error reporting
Detection and recovery from some hard disk and memory failures Auto-tuning network stack for more efficient bandwidth utilization
Greater reliability and performance Improved data protection at document, file, directory and computer levels Rights Management Services (RMS)
Windows BitLocker TM Drive Encryption and Windows BitLocker To Go TM
Internet Protocol Security (IPsec)
Multi-tiered data protection Built on a fundamentally secure platform based on Windows Vista foundation New features and improvements to protect against worms, viruses, and malware
Administrators work at user privilege level Streamlined User Account Control (UAC)
Enhanced security Improved Usability Clearer ways to organize, search for, and view information New communication, mobility, and networking features
The key features of Windows 7 are categorized as follows: Reliability and performance Deployment Usability Security Productivity Manageability
Multi-tiered data protection Windows 7 Ultimate Windows 7 Enterprise
Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Home Premium Windows 7 Home Basic
Windows 7 Starter
Editions of Windows 7 Windows 7 Ultimate Targeted for technical enthusiasts who want all Windows 7 features, without a Volume License agreement Includes all the same features as the Windows 7 Enterprise Not licensed for VDI scenarios Windows 7 Enterprise Business-focused edition, targeted for managed environments, mainly large enterprises Includes all features available in Windows 7 Professional edition Additionally, it includes: BitLocker and BitLocker To Go AppLocker DirectAccess BranchCache All worldwide interface languages Enterprise Search Scopes Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) enhancements and ability to boot from a VHD
Windows 7 Professional Business-focused edition for small and lower mid- market companies and users who have networking, backup, and security needs and multiple PCs or servers Includes all features available in Windows 7 Home Premium edition Additionally, it includes: Core business features, such as Domain Join and Group Policy Data protection with advanced network backup and Encrypted File System Ability to print to the right printer at home or work with Location Aware Printing Remote Desktop host and Offline folders Windows Virtual PC and Windows XP Mode. Windows 7 Home Premium The standard edition for customer. It provides full functionality on the latest hardware, easy ways to connect, and a visually rich environment Includes all features available in Windows 7 Home Basic edition Additionally, it includes: Windows Aero Glass, advanced windows navigation and Aero background Windows Touch (Multi-touch and handwriting support) Ability to create a HomeGroup, which ease sharing across all PCs and devices DVD Video playback and authoring Windows Media Center, Snipping Tool, Sticky Notes, Windows Journal and Windows Sideshow Windows 7 Home Basic Targeted for value PCs in emerging markets, meant for accessing the internet and running basic productivity applications Includes all features available in Windows 7 Starter edition Additionally, it includes: No limit on number of programs you can run Live Thumbnail previews and enhanced visual experiences Advanced networking support (ad-hoc wireless networks and internet connection sharing) Windows 7 Starter Targeted specifically for small form factor PCs in all markets Only 32-bit Features include: Improved Windows Taskbar and Jump Lists Windows Search Ability to join a HomeGroup Action Center, Device Stage, Fax and Scan Enhanced media streaming, including Play To Broad applications and device compatibility No limitation on how many applications can run simultaneously Secured, reliable and supported operating system Windows 7 Home Basic
Value edition in emerging markets
Windows 7 Professional Windows 7 Home Premium Standard consumer edition
Does not include business features
Consumers Businesses Windows 7 Ultimate
Enthusiasts All features of Windows features Specialized Windows 7 Starter
Entry-level edition in all markets Emerging Markets Business- focused edition for small and lower mid- market
Include business features Windows 7 Enterprise
Business-focused edition for large enterprises Enterprises Entry Level PCs Hardware Requirements for Installing Windows 7 Hardware Minimum Requirements CPU 1 GHz or faster RAM 1 GB for 32-bit or 2 GB for 64-bit GPU Aero Capable Video RAM 128 MB HDD Free 16 GB for 32-bit or 20 GB for 64-bit Optical Drive DVD Advantages of Using 64-Bit Editions of Windows 7 Take advantage of 64-bit processors:
Limitation: Improved performance More memory Improved device support Improved security Does not support the 16-bit Windows on Windows (WOW) environment Clean installation Install Windows 7 on a new partition Replace an existing operating system on a partition Upgrade installation Replace an existing version of Windows with Windows 7 All users applications, files, and settings are retained Migration Move files and settings from an old operating system to Windows 7 Side-by-side or wipe and load Options for Installing Windows 7 Lesson 2: Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 7 Discussion: Considerations for a Clean Installation Methods for Performing Clean Installation Discussion: Common Installation Errors Demonstration: Configuring the Computer Name and Domain/Word Group Settings
Discussion: Considerations for a Clean Installation When do you typically perform a clean installation of Windows? 5 min Start the computer by using Windows PE Connect to a network share containing Windows 7 files Run setup.exe from the network share and complete the wizard Running setup.exe from a network share Insert the product DVD Start the computer by using the product DVD Complete the wizard Running setup.exe from DVD Create a WIM file from a reference computer Start the computer by using Windows PE Apply the WIM file to the target computer Install by using an image ImageX, Windows Deployment Service, Microsoft Deployment Toolkit Methods for Performing Clean Installation Running setup.exe from DVD Installing by using an image Running setup.exe from a network share Discussion: Common Installation Errors What potential issues might you encounter when installing Windows? 5 min Demonstration: Configuring the Computer Name and Domain/Workgroup Settings 5 min In this demonstration, you will see how to configure domain and workgroup settings. Lesson 3: Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 7 Considerations for Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 7 Identifying the Valid Upgrade Paths Determining the Feasibility of an Upgrade Using Windows Upgrade Advisor Process for Upgrading to Windows 7 Tools for Migrating User Data and Settings Process for Migrating to Windows 7 Migrating User Settings and Data by Using WET Considerations for Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 7 Upgrade: Does not require the reinstallation of applications Does not require additional storage space Does not require replacing existing computer hardware Is the recommended solution in home or small offices scenarios
Migrate: Requires a reinstallation of applications Typically, requires more storage space Typically, requires replacing existing computer hardware Is the recommended solution to achieve a standardized environment in a large enterprise scenario Identifying the Valid Upgrade Paths Windows 95 Windows 98 Windows ME Windows NT4 Windows 2000 Windows Vista SP1, SP2 Windows 7 Only clean install Clean install In-place upgrade Clean install Migration
Migration Windows XP Windows Vista RTM Windows Anytime Upgrade enables you to upgrade to a higher edition of Windows 7 Determining the Feasibility of an Upgrade Using Windows Upgrade Advisor Windows Upgrade Advisor is a downloadable application that helps Windows users identify which edition of Windows 7 meets their needs Use Windows Upgrade Advisor to: Provide suggestions about necessary hardware updates to install and run the appropriate edition and features of Windows 7 Provide upgrade guidance to Windows 7 Requirements .NET 2.0 MSXML 6 20 MB free HDD Administrator privileges Internet connection Keep operating system up to date to protect against any security threats:
Update can also be done during upgrade (Dynamic Update) Update Determine any relevant updates 1 Apply all relevant updates to the computer 2 After the upgrade: Verify Log on to the computer 1 Verify all applications and hardware devices function correctly 2 Follow Windows Upgrade Advisor recommendations if any 3 To perform an upgrade to Windows 7, run setup.exe from: Windows 7 product DVD Network share Upgrade Protect against data loss, backup data and settings by using appropriate backup media: CD/DVD disc Network share Any other backup media Back up Evaluate Evaluate whether your computer meets the necessary requirements to run Windows 7:
Use the following tools: Hardware requirements Application compatibility Standard User Analyzer Tool Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit
Windows Upgrade Advisor Application Compatibility Toolkit Evaluate Back Up Upgrade Verify Update Process for Upgrading to Windows 7 User State Migration Tool (USMT) 4.0 Windows Easy Transfer (WET) Application Settings User Preferences User Data Earlier Version of Windows Windows 7 What to migrate Identify which components are to be migrated to the new operating system Use one of the following migration tools: Windows Easy Transfer (WET) User State Migration Tool (USMT) 4.0
Tools for Migrating User Data and Settings Back up user state, including:
Use one of the following migration tools:
User settings Application settings User data Back up Windows Easy Transfer User State Migration Tool Run the Windows 7 installation (setup.exe) from: product DVD Network share Install Windows 7 Keep your computer secure by keeping up with current updates: Update Select check for updates during installation
Check for updates after installation After installing Windows 7, reinstall all applications: Install Applications Install the compatible version of the applications
After installing applications, restore user state by using: Restore Windows Easy Transfer User State Migration Tool Process for Migrating to Windows 7 Back Up Install Windows 7 Update Install Applications Restore Transfer files and settings by using a network Click A Network Click This is my old computer Start WET on the source computer Click Next On the destination computer, enter WET key and then click Next WET creates WET key 3 4 1 2 6 5 Click Transfer and proceed with the wizard 7 Source Computer Destination Computer On destination computer: Prepare for the migration on the destination computer Click Next Select transfer method Close all active programs Start Windows Easy Transfer Click I need to install now (if source computer does not have WET) Click This is my new computer 3 4 1 2 6 5 Select destination media and save WET files 7 Destination Computer To migrate by using WET: WET is the recommended tool for scenarios in which you have a small number of computers to migrate Store the Windows 7 WET files to be Used on the Source Computer Migrate Files and Settings from the Source Computer to the Destination Computer by using: Windows Easy Transfer cable Network Removable media or a network share 1 2 Migrating User Settings and Data by Using WET Lesson 4: Performing an Image-Based Installation of Windows 7 What Is Windows Imaging File Format? Tools for Performing an Image-Based Installation Image-Based Installation Process Demonstration: Building an Answer File by Using Windows SIM Building a Reference Installation by Using SysPrep Demonstration: Creating Bootable Windows PE Media Capturing and Applying the Installation Image by Using ImageX Demonstration: Modifying Images by Using DISM Migrating User Data and Settings by Using USMT 4.0 Configuring VHDs What Is Windows Imaging File Format? Provides the following benefits: One image for many hardware configurations Compression and single instancing Multiple images in one file Offline servicing of the image file Installation on partitions of any size
Nondestructive deployments Modification of image files using APIs Bootable image support for Windows PE A file-based image technology used to install the Windows operating system Tools for Performing Image-Based Installation Windows Setup (setup.exe) Answer File Catalog
Windows Automated Installation Kit (Windows AIK) Windows System Image Manager (Windows SIM)
Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE) ImageX
User State Migration Tool (USMT) Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM)
Sysprep Diskpart
Windows Deployment Services (WDS) Virtual Hard Disk (VHD)
Image-Based Installation Process Build an Answer File 1 Build a reference installation 2 Create a bootable Windows PE Media 3 Capture the installation image 4 Deploy the installation image 5 Demonstration: Building an Answer File by Using Windows SIM 10 min In this demonstration, you will learn how to create an answer file by using Windows SIM.
Prepares an installation of Windows for duplication, auditing, and delivery Building a Reference Installation by Using SysPrep Use Sysprep to: Remove system-specific data from the Windows operating system Configure Windows to start in audit mode Configure the Windows operating system to start the Windows Welcome phase Reset Windows Product Activation Sysprep.exe [/quiet] [/generalize] [/audit | oobe] [/reboot | /shutdown | /quit] [/unattend:answerfile] Demonstration: Creating Bootable Windows PE Media 5 min In this demonstration, you will see how to create bootable Windows PE media that can be used for imaging computers.
A command-line tool that is used to capture, modify, and apply file-based WIM images Capturing and Applying the Installation Image by Using ImageX Use ImageX to: View the contents of a WIM file Capture and apply images Mount images for offline image editing Store multiple images in a single file Compress the image files Implement scripts for image creation ImageX [/flags EditionID] [{/dir | /info | /capture | /apply | /append | /delete | /export | /mount | /mountrw | /unmount | /split} [Parameters] Demonstration: Modifying Images by Using DISM 5 min In this demonstration, you will see how to modify an image by using DISM.
Migrating User Settings and Data by Using USMT 4.0 A scriptable command-line tool that provides a highly-customizable user-profile migration experience for IT professionals Scanstate [StorePath] [/i:[path\]FileName] [Options] Loadstate [StorePath] [/i:[path\]FileName] [Options] USMT components: ScanState and LoadState Config.xml and Migration .xml files Component manifests for Windows Vista, Windows 7, and down-level manifests for Windows XP USMT internal files Configuring VHDs Create VHD
DiskPart Tool Disk Management MMC Attach VHD to the host computer Prepare VHD
Install Windows 7 to the VHD Deploy VHD Copy VHD to computer to run in VM Copy VHD to computer to run in Native Boot Add a Native Boot VHD to the Boot Menu Use WDS to deploy VHD images for native boot A native-boot VHD is a VHD that can be used as the running operating system on a computer without a parent operating system Lesson 5: Configuring Application Compatibility Common Application Compatibility Problems Common Mitigation Methods Updating Shims Common Application Compatibility Problems Common Application Compatibility problems may relate to the following areas:
Setup and installation of applications User Account Control Windows Resource Protection (WRP) Internet Explorer Protected Mode 64-bit architecture Windows Filtering Platform (WFP) Operating system version changes Kernel-mode drivers Deprecated components Common Mitigation Methods Common mitigation methods include:
Modifying the application configuration Applying updates or service packs Upgrading the application Modifying the security configuration Running the application in a virtualized environment Using application compatibility features built into the operating system Selecting another application Updating Shims A shim is software, added to an existing application or other program, to provide some form of enhancement or stability
In the application compatibility context, a shim refers to a compatibility fix Use the Compatibility Administrator Tool to:
To deploy a compatibility fix: Search for a compatibility fix for an existing application Create a new compatibility fix Store the compatibility fix database locally or in a network location Use the Sdbinst.exe command-line tool to install the compatibility fix Lab: Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Exercise 1: Migrating Settings by Using Windows Easy Transfer Exercise 2: Configuring a Reference Image Exercise 3: Deploying a Windows 7 Image Logon information Virtual machines 6292A-LON-DC1 6292A-LON-CL1 6292A-LON-VS1 User name Contoso\Administrator Password Pa$$w0rd Estimated time: 90 minutes Lab Scenario The first batch of Windows 7 computers has arrived. As part of the deployment process, you need to migrate user settings from existing Windows XP computers to the new Windows 7 computers. You are rolling out Windows 7 to the computers in your organization. To do this you are creating a reference image of Windows 7 that can be applied to other computers. The image is generalized by using Sysprep. You are performing a manual test of the deployment process for new images. Eventually, this process will be automated. In this test run, you are ensuring that you have the correct syntax for all of the commands used to start the capture of user settings from the old computer, apply the reference image to the new computer, and then apply user settings to the new computer. Lab Review Why do you use Sysprep before capturing an image? Why is Windows PE required as part of the imaging process? Module Review and Takeaways Review Questions Common Issues and Troubleshooting Tips Best Practices Tools