Description: This three-day instructor led course is to provide individuals who are new to Microsoft Windows XP with the knowledge and skills necessary to troubleshoot basic problems end users will face while running Microsoft Windows XP Professional in an Active Directory network environment, or Windows XP Home edition in a workgroup environment. This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of operating system concepts and how to troubleshoot Windows XP. This is the first course in the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician curriculum.
Days: 3
Prerequisites: Before attending this course, students must have:
Basic experience using a Microsoft Windows Operating system such as Windows XP
Basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Windows accessories, including Internet Explorer
Basic understanding of core operating system technologies including installation and configuration
Basic understanding of hardware components and their functions
Basic understanding of the major desktop components and interfaces, and their functions
Basic understanding of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) settings
How to use command-line utilities to manage the operating system
Basic understanding of technologies that are available for establishing Internet connectivity.
Audience: This course is intended for new entrants and career changers new to the IT industry. They have experience using Microsoft Office and have basic Microsoft Windows have basic navigation skills. Another audience is the current call center technician with 6 months experience looking to validate their support skills.
Microsoft Certified
Exams: This course will help the student prepare for the following Microsoft Certified Professional exam:
Exam 70-271: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional
Module 1: Introduction to the Desktop Support Technical Role and Environment
This module introduces the role of the Desktop Support Technician (DST) and the role of the DST within the Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF).
Lessons
· Examining the Desktop Support Technician Role
· The Windows Desktop Support Environment
· Interacting with Users
Module 2: Exploring and Configuring the Windows XP User Interface
This module explains the major features and functions of the Windows XP user interface.
Lessons
· Exploring and Configuring the Windows XP Desktop Environment
· Examining Control Panel Organizational Views
Lab: Exploring and Configuring the Windows XP User Interface
Module 3: Resolving Desktop Management Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve desktop management issues.
Lessons
· Desktop Management Concepts
· Troubleshooting User Logon Issues
· Troubleshooting User Configuration Issues
· Troubleshooting Security Issues
· Troubleshooting System Performance
Lab: Resolving Desktop Management Issues
Module 4: Resolving Network Connectivity Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve network connectivity issues.
Lessons
· Managing Computer Addressing Issues
· Troubleshooting Name Resolution Issues
· Troubleshooting Remote Network Connectivity Issues
Lab: Resolving Network Connectivity Issues
Module 5: Resolving Hardware Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve hardware issues.
Lessons
· Managing Drivers
· Troubleshooting Drivers by Using Safe Mode
· Troubleshooting Storage Devices
· Troubleshooting Display Devices
· Troubleshooting I/O Devices
· Troubleshooting ACPI
Lab: Resolving Hardware Issues
Module 6: Resolving File and Folder Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve file and folder issues.
Lessons
· Managing Files and Folders
· Troubleshooting Access to Files and Folders
· Troubleshooting Access to Shared Files and Folders
· Troubleshooting Access to Offline Files
Lab: Resolving File and Folder Issues
Module 7: Resolving Printer Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve printer issues.
Lessons
· Installing Local and Network Printers
· Troubleshooting Printer Drivers
· Troubleshooting Printers and Print Jobs
Lab: Resolving Printer Issues
Module 8: Resolving Installation Issues
After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve installation issues.
Lessons
· Pre-Installation Tasks
· Troubleshooting an Attended Installation
· Troubleshooting an Upgrade
· Troubleshooting an Unattended Installation
· Troubleshooting the Boot Process
Lab: Resolving Installation Issues