- Plan and perform the installation of Windows 8.
- Install Windows 8 on computers that are running an existing operating system.
- Administer Windows 8 with administration tools, Group Policy, Windows Intune and Windows PowerShell
- Implement an application strategy for Windows 8.
- Configure and control applications, application compatibility and Internet Explorer
- Enable Windows 8 remote access with VPNs and DirectAccess
- Implement and manage storage in Windows 8 including BitLocker and SkyDrive.
- Determine how to recover Windows 8 from various failures.
- Implement Client Hyper-V and VHDs for Windows 8 and use it to support legacy applications.
- Use the boot from VHD feature to test online features of Windows 8.
Course Outline
Module 1: Installing Windows 8
This module explains how to plan and perform the installation of Windows 8.
Lessons - Introducing Windows 8
- Preparing to Install Windows 8
- Installing Windows 8
- Automating the Installation of Windows 8
- Activating Windows 8
Lab : Installing Windows 8- Planning to Install Windows 8
- Performing a Clean Installation of Windows 8
Lab : Performing an Unattended Installation of Windows 8- Configuring an Answer File
- Using an Answer File to Install Windows 8
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Determine which edition of Windows 8 to install.
- Ensure that new and existing computers meet the prerequisites for installing Windows 8.
- Install Windows 8 on a new computer.
- Describe and select a suitable method for automating the installation of Windows 8.
- Describe the various methods that can be used to activate Windows 8.
Module 2: Upgrading and Migrating to Windows 8This module explains how to install Windows 8 on computers that are running an existing operating system.
Lessons
- Upgrading to Windows 8
- Migrating to Windows 8
- Migrating User Data and Settings
Lab : Migrating to Windows 8- Backing Up User Data and Settings on the Source Computer
- Restoring User Data and Settings to Target Computer
- Verifying Successful Migration of User Data and Settings
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Perform an in-place upgrade to Windows 8.
- Perform a side-by-side migration to Windows 8.
- Migrate user data and settings in both upgrades and migrations.
Module 3: Administering Windows 8This module explains how to administer Windows 8.
Lessons
- Local and Remote Management of Windows 8
- Implementing Group Policies
- Administering Windows 8 with Windows Intune
- Introduction to Windows PowerShell 3.0
- Windows PowerShell Remoting
- Using Windows PowerShell Cmdlets
Lab : Implementing GPOs- Creating GPOs
- Testing the Application of the GPOs
Lab : Administering Windows 8 with Windows PowerShell ISE- Introducing Windows PowerShell
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe Windows 8 administrative tools and be able to locally and remotely manage Windows 8.
- Describe how to use GPOs to configure security and other settings.
- Administer Windows 8 by using Windows Intune.
- Describe the fundamentals of Windows PowerShell.
- Use Windows PowerShell 2.0 Remoting.
- Use Windows PowerShell Cmdlets to perform administration and management tasks.
Module 4: Implementing an Application Strategy for Windows 8
This module explains how to implement an application strategy for Windows 8.
Lessons - Application Deployment Options in Windows 8
- Application Compatibility
Lab : Mitigating Application Compatibility Issues- Mitigate Application Compatibility Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe application deployment options for Windows 8.
- Select appropriate application compatibility methods for a scenario.
Module 5: Configuring ApplicationsThis module explains how to configure and control applications in Windows 8.
Lessons
- Install and Configure Applications
- Managing Apps from the Windows Store
- Configure Internet Explorer Settings
- Configuring Application Restrictions in the Enterprise
Lab : Configuring Internet Explorer Security- Configuring Internet Explorer
- Testing Internet Explorer
Lab : Configuring AppLocker- Configuring AppLocker Rules
- Testing AppLocker Rules
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Install and configure applications.
- Install and manage applications from the Windows Store.
- Configure and secure Internet Explorer.
- Configure application restrictions.
Module 6: Configuring Remote AccessThis module explains how to enable remote access.
Lessons
- Configuring VPN Access
- Overview of DirectAccess
Lab : Implementing a VPN- Creating a VPN
- Testing the VPN
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Enable and configure virtual private network (VPN) access.
- Describe when and how to use DirectAccess to address remote users’ requirements.
Module 7: Implementing Storage in Windows 8
This module explains how to describe and implement storage in Windows 8.
Lessons - Understanding Storage Concepts in Windows 8
- Implementing BitLocker
- File Caching
- Overview of SkyDrive
Lab : Implementing BitLocker- Implement Windows BitLocker
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe storage options in Windows 8.
- Implement BitLocker.
- Design file caching for remote users.
- Enable and configure SkyDrive access.
Module 8: Troubleshooting and Recovering Windows 8
This module explains how to configure Windows Defender.
Lessons - Configuring Host-Based Virus and Malware Protection
- Backing Up and Restoring Files in Windows 8
- Recovery options in Windows 8
Lab : Configuring Host-Based Virus and Malware Protection- Configuring Windows Defender
Lab : Recovering Windows 8- Exploring Windows 8 Recovery Options
- Introducing a Problem
- Resolving a Problem
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Configure Windows Defender.
- Provide for file and folder recovery.
- Identify when and how to recover Windows.
Module 9: Implementing Client Hyper-VThis module explains how to describe Hyper-V for Windows 8 and describe how to use it to support legacy applications.
Lessons
- Overview of Client Hyper-V
- Creating Virtual Machines
- Managing Virtual Hard Disks
- Managing Snapshots
Lab : Implementing Client Hyper-V- Creating a Virtual Network and Virtual Machine
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Describe Client Hyper-V for Windows 8.
- Create and configure virtual machines in Hyper-V for Windows 8.
- Describe a VHD.
- Create and implement virtual machine snapshots.
Module 10: Implementing Online Features in Windows 8This module is a stand-alone lab that explains how to implement online features in Windows 8.Lab : Implementing Online Features in Windows 8
- Creating a Virtual Network and a Virtual Machine
After completing this module, students will be able to:
- Implement online features in Windows 8.
- Create a virtual network and a virtual machine.