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A+ Guide to Managing and Maintaining Your PCFifth Edition
Chapter 15
Installing and Using Windows XP Professional
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You Will Learn…
About the features and architecture of Windows XP
How to install Windows XP
How to use Windows XP
How to install hardware and applications with Windows XP
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Features and Architecture of Windows XP
Integrates features of Windows 9x and 2000
Added support for multimedia and networking technologies
Slightly different look and feel
Different organization of utilities and functions under menus and windows
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Windows XP FeaturesNew user interface
Two users can be logged on simultaneously
Windows Media Player for Windows XP
Windows Messenger
Ability to burn a CD using drag-drop
Expanded Help feature
Advanced security features
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New User Interface
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Additional Windows XP Professional Features
Remote Desktop
Roaming profiles
Additional security features
Multilingual capabilities
Support for new higher-performance processors
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Advantages and Disadvantages of Windows XP
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Windows XP ArchitectureUses same kernel architecture as Windows NT/2000;
Components operate in either user mode or kernel mode
Boot process and files needed for a successful boot are the same as for Windows NT/2000Generally more stable than Windows NT/2000Easier installationIncreased security
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Windows XP Architecture (continued)
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Installing Windows XP
Clean install
As an upgrade
Setting up a dual boot
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Planning the InstallationVerify minimum/recommended requirements
Verify hardware compatibility list
Decide how to partition hard drive and what file system to use
Decide whether to configure PC as a workstation in a workgroup or as part of a domain
Make a final checklist
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Minimum and Recommended Requirements
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Minimum Requirements and Hardware Compatibility
Verify that software and hardware qualify for Windows XP
Run Readiness Analyzer
Go to Microsoft Web site and search on each hardware device by type
If hardware does not qualify, download upgrade drivers before you begin installation
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Hard Drive Partitions and File Systems
Partitions on hard drive must be adequate to install Windows XP (at least a 2-GB partition for installation, with 1.5 GB of free space)
Supported file systems (same as Windows 2000)
FAT16
FAT32
NTFS
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General Guidelines for Selecting a File System
Setting up a dual boot with MS-DOS or Windows NT, and each OS must access all partitions
Setting up a dual boot with Windows 9x, and each OS must access all partitions
File and folder securityFile compressionControl over how much disk space a user is allowedFile encryption
FAT16 FAT32 NTFS
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Joining a Workgroup or Domain
More than 10 computersResources controlled by a domain controller running on network operating systemUsed to administer and secure network from centralized location or if several centralized resources are shared by many users
Fewer than 10 computers networked togetherEach computer controls own resources; no centralized control of resources
DomainWorkgroup
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Upgrade or Clean Install?
If you plan to set up a dual boot
Clean install
If you have another OS installed and do not plan a dual boot
Choose between an upgrade and clean install
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Final Checklist
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Final Checklist (continued)
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Performing an UpgradeClean up hard drive
Perform hardware or software upgrades
Flash the BIOS
Back up important files
Scan hard drive for viruses
Uncompress drive (if compressed)
Uninstall incompatible hardware or software
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Setting Up a Dual Boot
Start installation as for a clean install with another OS installed
Choose to install Windows XP on a different partition than the other OS
Windows XP recognizes that another OS is installed and sets up the Startup menu
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Setting Up a Dual Boot (continued)
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After the Installation
Activate the OS
Product activation: strategy used by Microsoft to prevent software piracy
Prepare OS for use
Back up hard drive in preparation for a disaster
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Transferring User Files and Preferences to a New PC
User State Migration Tool (USMT)
Transfers user files and folders, display properties, taskbar options, and browser and e-mail settings from Windows 9x or Windows NT/2000/XP computer
Files and Settings Transfer Wizard
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Transferring User Files and Preferences to a New PC (continued)
Scanstate command
Copies information to a server or removable media
Loadstate command
Copies information to destination computer
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Preparing for Later Problems with the OS
Create a backup of the hard drive with Automated System Recovery (ASR) utility
Use the Backup or Restore Wizard to back up the hard drive partition after installation is complete
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Creating the Backup and ASR Floppy Disk
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Using Windows XP
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Using Windows XP (continued)
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Using Windows XP (continued)
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Customizing the Windows XP Desktop
Managing shortcuts
When first installed, Recycle Bin is only shortcut on desktop
Controlling what goes in the system tray
Controlling Windows Messenger
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Customizing the Desktop
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Managing Shortcuts
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Windows XP Taskbar and System Tray
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Windows Messenger
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Managing Audio and Video
Support for inputting images from digital cameras and scanners
Windows Movie Maker for editing video
Windows Media Player, Version 8
Jukebox for organizing audio files
Windows Sound Recorder
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Windows Media Player
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Windows Sound Recorder
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Multiple Logins and Remote Assistance
Multiple logins
More than one user can be logged on at the same time
Remote Assistance
Remote support technician can have full access to a user’s desktop
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Installing HardwareInstallation options
Automatic (Recommended)
From a list or specific location (Advanced)
Device Manager can help solve problems with devices
Automatically find an update for a driver
Roll back a driver if an update fails
Verify that the driver is Microsoft-certified
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Using Device Manager
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Using Device Manager (continued)
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Verifying That Drivers Are Certified by Microsoft
File Signature Verification tool
Driver Query tool
Device Manager
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Installing Applications
Methods
Add or Remove Programs icon in Control Panel
Run application’s setup program from Run dialog box
Administrator privileges required to install software
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Uninstalling Applications
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Installing Legacy Software
Do not attempt to run older versions of
Antivirus software
Maintenance and cleanup utilities
Best to upgrade software to versions compatible with Windows XP
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Troubleshooting Legacy Software Installation
Check Microsoft Web site for updates to Windows XP or the Microsoft application
Check software manufacturer’s Web site for updates or suggestions
Consider upgrading software
Use Windows XP Compatibility Mode utility
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Compatibility Mode Utility
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Program Compatibility Wizard
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Program Compatibility Wizard (continued)
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Summary
Introduction to Windows XP Professional
New features and changes to existing ones
How to install and use Windows XP Professional