Download - 70-689 - Windows 8 MCSA MMS Exam Prep
Exam Prep: 70-689 - Upgrading your skills to MCSA: Windows 8Zeshan SattarCurriculum ManagerVision Workforce Skills
Session Objective(s): Describe key 70-689 exam topicsUnderstand question stylesPrepare more effectively for the 70-689 exam using available study material Relate practical Windows 8 administration experience to exam topics
Key Takeaway 1Tips for approaching exam questions
Key Takeaway 2Identification of knowledge gaps
Session Objectives And Takeaways
Target Audience
Candidates for this exam are IT professionals already certified on Windows 7, and who configure or support Windows 8 computers, devices, users and associated network and security resources.
Microsoft Certifications
Master
Expert
Associate
Microsoft Certified Solutions Master (MCSM)
Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert
(MCSE)
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate
(MCSA)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
If you hold the following certifications, you have been automatically upgraded to MCSA: Windows 7:
• MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Administrator on Windows 7• MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician on Windows 7
Upgrade to MCSA: Windows Server 2012
Upgrading Your Skills to MCSA: Windows 8
EX
AM68
9+ =
Windows 7
Steps to obtain the MCSA: Windows 8• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)Two exams are required and should be taken in the following order:
=Configuring Windows 8
EX
AM687 Managing and
Maintaining Windows 8
EX
AM68
8+
Inside … the exam
• NDA!• Approximately 50 - 60 questions on the upgrade exam• 700 is passing
• Each question correct is 1 point• No partial credit
• Each exam has a cut score, which is the minimum correct for passing• Some questions are not graded• Beta questions
• Interactive and multiple choice• Interactive:• drag and drop• correct order• point and shoot
Inside … the exam
• Multiple Choice• one correct answer• multiple answers• two make answer• all correct
• Review!• Trust your first choice … unless!• Think Best Practice• This is a Microsoft exam on a Microsoft product
Inside … the exam
Exam Objectives• Available on the
Microsoft website• Should be used to
guide your learning• Identify knowledge
gaps• Provide structure to
your revision• Allows you to
maximise your study time
http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/exam.aspx?ID=70-689
Exam 70-689
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8
Hardware RequirementsArchitecture 32-bit 64-bit
Processor 1 GHz 32-bit processor 1 GHz 64-bit processor
Memory (RAM) 1 GB of RAM 2 GB of RAM
Graphics Card DirectX 9 graphics processor with WDDM driver model 1.0 (For Aero)
HDD free space 16 GB of available disk space
20 GB of available disk space
Optical drive DVD drive (only to install from DVD/CD Media)
Upgrading to Windows 8
Upgrading
Start upgrade installation from within current operating system to keep files, programs, settings
No upgrade from 32-bit to 64-bit
ToolsWindows Easy TransferUSMT
Windows Easy Transfer
Windows Easy Transfer
USMT ComponentsScanstate
Collects files and settings from source computer
LoadstateMigrates files and settings to target (new) computer
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc721992(WS.10).aspx
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Configure Hardware and Applications
Deploying Metro Style AppsWindows StoreSideloading
Windows StoreDownload Metro style apps
Create Microsoft accountAdd account to storeInstall app to maximum of 5 PCs
Disable Windows StoreConfigure the following policy:\User Configuration\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Store\Turn off the Store application
SideloadingDistribute Metro style apps without Windows StoreRequires Enterprise version of Windows 8
Client Hyper-VSame technology as Server Hyper-VCan move VMs from client to serverVM sleep states follow host sleep statesRequires 64-bit host system with at least 4 GB RAMCPU must support Second Layer Address Translation (SLAT)Guest OS can be 32-bit or 64-bitClient Hyper-V Survival Guide
http://social.technet.microsoft.com/wiki/contents/articles/7704.client-hyper-v-survival-guide.aspx
Hyper-V NetworkingVirtual Network Types
External– uses host NICInternal—communication with host and internal VMs, no outside accessPrivate—communication only with VMs on private network
QuestionWhat are two minimum hardware requirements to run Client Hyper-V on Windows 8 clients? Choose TWO.
a. Any x64 CPUb. A x64 CPU with hardware virtualizationc. Support for Second Level Address Translationd. 8GB of RAM
AnswerWhat are two minimum hardware requirements to run Client Hyper-V on Windows 8 clients? Choose TWO.
a. Any x64 CPUb. A x64 CPU with hardware virtualizationc. Support for Second Level Address Translationd. 8GB of RAM
Questions courtesy of MeasureUP
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Configure Remote Access and Mobility
Windows to GoWindows 8 installation on USB drive
Requires UEFIMust use Windows 8 Enterprise to create the Windows to Go USBTo use the Windows to Go USB the host computer needs to run Windows 7 or Windows 8
Points to NoteHibernation and sleep disabled by defaultInternal disks offlineTPM not usedWinRE not available
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Configure Backup and Recovery Options
File History
QuestionYou are managing a computer that runs Windows 8. You noticed that the computer startup time has significantly increased.You need to review the list of services that are starting automatically and disable services that are the cause of the problem. Which tool should you use?
a. System Informationb. System Configurationc. Task Managerd. Action Center
AnswerYou are managing a computer that runs Windows 8. You noticed that the computer startup time has significantly increased.You need to review the list of services that are starting automatically and disable services that are the cause of the problem. Which tool should you use?
a. System Informationb. System Configurationc. Task Managerd. Action CenterQuestions courtesy of MeasureUP
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Maintain Resource Access
Two Modes: Hosted Cache
Uses one or more servers on the branch office network to host the BranchCache cache
Distributed CacheCache is hosted across BranchCache clients and does not require locally deployed server
Configuring BranchCacheInstall BranchCache for Network Files role service on file serverBranchCache feature needs to be installed on the server to function as hosted cache mode serverEnable BranchCache on clientBranchCache mode needs to be configured on the client
BranchCache
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Maintain Windows Clients and Devices
PC boots into Windows Recovery Environment Windows RE erases and formats the hard drive partitions on which Windows and personal data reside.Windows RE installs a fresh copy of Windows.The PC restarts into the newly installed copy of Windows.Thorough option overwrites all sectors (single pass)
Quick option does not overwrite
Computer Reset
PC boots into Windows RE.Windows RE scans hard drive
Scans for data, settings, and appsPuts these aside (on the same drive).
Windows RE installs a fresh copy of Windows.Windows RE restores data, settings, and apps into newly installed copy of Windows.PC restarts into newly installed copy of Windows.
Computer Refresh
Preserved settings: Wireless network connectionsMobile broadband connectionsBitLocker and BitLocker To Go settingsDrive letter assignmentsPersonalization settings such as lock screen background and desktop wallpaper
Refresh
Not preservedFile type associationsDisplay settingsWindows Firewall settings
Refresh
Refresh and Reset from Start Screen
Exam 70-689 Exam Objectives
Install and Upgrade to Windows 8 (25 - 30%)Configure Hardware and Applications (25- 30%)Configure Remote Access and Mobility (20- 25%)Configure Backup and Recovery Options (25 - 30%)Maintain Resource Access(25 - 30%)Maintain Windows Clients and Devices (25 - 30%)Manage Windows 8 Using Cloud Services and Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (20 -25%)
Using Cloud Services and MDOP
MDOP suite• Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V)• Microsoft User Experience Virtualization (UE-V)• Microsoft Diagnostics and Recovery Toolset (DaRT)• Microsoft BitLocker Administration and Monitoring
(MBAM)
Resources
ResourcesPractice ExamsNone at this stage, but practice tests are available for 70-687
Microsoft Official CourseAvailable for 70-687 and 70-688
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