Lesson 1: Planning Server Deployments

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1.  It is possible to automate the Windows Welcome phase with a(n) __________ file just as you can automate the Windows PE phase.

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It is possible to automate the Windows Welcome phase with a(n) answer file just as you can automate the Windows PE phase.

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Lesson 1: Planning Server Deployments - Quiz

This quiz, titled 'Lesson 1: Planning Server Deployments,' assesses knowledge on Windows Server 2008, focusing on Server Core installations, available roles, and tools like the Microsoft Assessment and... see morePlanning Solution Accelerator. It's designed for learners aiming to understand server deployment intricacies. see less

2.  Besides the Windows Deployment Services role, what other tool can you use to automate the installation process when installing numerous servers?

Explanation

The Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK) can be used as an alternative tool to automate the installation process when installing numerous servers, in addition to the Windows Deployment Services role. AIK provides a set of tools and documentation that allow IT professionals to create and deploy Windows operating system images, customize installations, and automate the deployment process. It offers a comprehensive solution for streamlining and automating the installation process, making it an ideal choice for managing large-scale server deployments efficiently.

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3. What collection of images uses a single set of files and the same security settings?

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An image group refers to a collection of images that share the same set of files and security settings. This means that the images within the group are stored in a single location and have the same level of access restrictions, ensuring consistent security measures across the entire collection. This can be beneficial for managing and organizing images, as well as maintaining a uniform level of security for all the files within the group.

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4. MAP requires that you install Microsoft Office __________ or Microsoft Office 2003 SP2 on the computer and that you install all available updates for both Windows and Office.

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The correct answer is 2007. In order to use MAP (Microsoft Assessment and Planning) software, it is necessary to have Microsoft Office 2007 or Microsoft Office 2003 SP2 installed on the computer. Additionally, it is important to install all available updates for both Windows and Office.

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5. What contains the operating system that WDS will install on the client computer?  

Explanation

The operating system that WDS will install on the client computer is contained in the install image.

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6. WDS server is responsible for providing the remote computer with the __________ files it needs to start up and the client side of the application.

Explanation

The WDS server is responsible for providing the remote computer with the necessary boot files it needs to start up and run the client side of the application. These boot files include the operating system files, configuration files, and any other required files for the remote computer to successfully initiate the startup process. By providing the boot files, the WDS server ensures that the remote computer can properly boot and access the necessary resources to run the client side of the application.

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7. The __________ configuration pass runs after the system runs the generalize pass and reboots.

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The specialize configuration pass runs after the system runs the generalize pass and reboots. This pass is responsible for customizing the Windows installation for a specific computer or user. It allows for the application of specific settings, drivers, and software packages that are required for the individual system. By running the specialize pass, the system can be tailored to meet the unique requirements of the computer or user, ensuring a more personalized and optimized experience.

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8. Windows AIK is designed primarily to facilitate __________ operating system installations.

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Windows AIK is designed primarily to facilitate new operating system installations. It provides tools and resources that assist in the deployment and customization of Windows operating systems on new computers. This includes features like creating and managing Windows images, configuring system settings, and automating the installation process. By using Windows AIK, administrators can streamline the installation process and ensure that new operating systems are set up correctly and efficiently.

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9. You can use several tools to create image files, including the __________ command line utility that Microsoft provides in the Windows AIK.

Explanation

ImageX.exe is a command line utility provided by Microsoft in the Windows AIK (Automated Installation Kit) that can be used to create image files. It is one of the tools available for this purpose.

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10. To inventory an enterprise network consisting of __________ computers or more, you should run MAP on a server with SQL Server 2005 Standard installed.

Explanation

To inventory an enterprise network consisting of 20,000 computers or more, it is recommended to run MAP (Microsoft Assessment and Planning) on a server with SQL Server 2005 Standard installed. This version of SQL Server provides the necessary capabilities and resources to handle the large-scale inventory process efficiently. Running MAP on a server with SQL Server 2005 Standard ensures that the inventory process is smooth and can handle the substantial number of computers in the network.

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11. Single instance storage is a Windows technology that enables a(n) __________ file to maintain a single copy of a particular operating system file and yet use it in multiple operating system images.

Explanation

The correct answer is ".wim". The .wim file format is used in Windows to implement single instance storage. This means that multiple operating system images can use a single copy of a specific operating system file, reducing the amount of disk space required. The .wim file contains all the files and folders of the operating system image, and it can be mounted and accessed by multiple instances of Windows.

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12. Besides the Server Manager console, from what window can you install the WDS standard role?

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The Initial Configuration Tasks window is another location from where you can install the WDS (Windows Deployment Services) standard role, in addition to the Server Manager console.

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13. When installing WDS, which role service must you choose to perform full remote operating system installations?

Explanation

When installing WDS, the role service that must be chosen to perform full remote operating system installations is the Deployment Server. This role service allows for the deployment of operating systems over the network, enabling administrators to remotely install and configure operating systems on client machines. It provides a centralized solution for deploying and managing operating systems, making it an essential component for full remote operating system installations.

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14.  What contains the files needed to boot the computer and initiate an operating system installation?

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A boot image contains the necessary files to start up the computer and begin the process of installing an operating system. These files include the essential components required to initialize the hardware, load the operating system kernel, and establish the initial environment for the installation process. The boot image is typically stored on a bootable media such as a CD, DVD, USB drive, or network location, and it is used to initiate the installation process by loading the necessary files into memory and starting the installation program.

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15. What Windows technology enables a .wim file to maintain a single copy of a particular operating system file and yet use it in multiple operating system images?

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Single instance storage is a Windows technology that allows a .wim file to maintain a single copy of a specific operating system file and still use it in multiple operating system images. This means that instead of storing duplicate copies of the same file in each image, the .wim file only stores one instance of the file, saving storage space and reducing redundancy. This allows for more efficient management and deployment of operating system images.

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16. What is the name of your princess?

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i love you!dont stress yourself too much ok??i love yopu so much Mahal!:) :*

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17. After you have installed and configured your WDS server and added images to the __________, it is ready to service clients.

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After you have installed and configured your WDS server and added images to the store, it is ready to service clients. This means that once the WDS server is set up and the necessary images are added to the store, the server is fully prepared to provide services to clients. The store refers to the location where the images are stored, and it acts as a repository for the images that will be deployed to the clients.

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18.  The Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK) is a set of tools and documents that enables network administrators to plan, create, and deploy what types of files to new computers on the network?

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The Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK) provides network administrators with tools and documents to plan, create, and deploy OS image files to new computers on the network. OS image files contain the entire operating system, including the configuration settings and installed applications. By using the AIK, administrators can easily customize and automate the installation process, saving time and effort in deploying new computers.

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19. What contains the operating system that WDS will install on the client computer?  

Explanation

The operating system that WDS will install on the client computer is contained in the install image.

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20. There is no Start menu, no desktop Explorer shell, no Microsoft Management Console, and virtually no graphical applications when using Server Core.

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition

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21. When running Server Core, the Date and Time application and the Regional and Language options are disabled.

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition

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22. Windows Server 2008 includes a file named install.wim in the __________ folder on the installation DVD.

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Windows Server 2008 includes a file named install.wim in the \Sources folder on the installation DVD. The \Sources folder is a specific directory on the installation DVD where important files and resources for the installation process are stored. The install.wim file is a Windows Imaging Format file that contains a compressed version of the operating system's installation files. This file is used during the installation process to extract and install the necessary components of Windows Server 2008 onto the target system.

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23. An install image contains the operating system that WDS will install on the client computer. What file from the Windows Server 2008 installation DVD is used to install the WDS?

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Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
An install image contains the operating system that WDS will install on the client computer. Windows Server 2008 includes a file named install.wim in the \Sources folder on the installation DVD.

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24. Which Windows installation option in Windows Server 2008 provides a stripped-down version of the operating system when you select it?

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Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition
When you select the Windows Server Core installation option in Windows Server 2008, you get a stripped-down version of the operating system.

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25. What must a network adapter support on the client computer for the WDS server to work?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
For a WDS server to work, the client computer must have a network adapter that supports a preboot execution environment (PXE).

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26. Which new tool provides capabilities so you can evaluate the hardware on servers as well as workstations?

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition
Microsoft Assessment and Planning Solution Accelerator (MAP) is a new tool that adds to the capabilities of its predecessor, Windows Vista Hardware Assessment Solution Accelerator, so that you can evaluate the hardware on servers as well as on workstations.

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27.  Hyper-V is available on which version of Server Core?

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition
Server Core is not a separate product or edition. It is an installation option included with the Windows Server 2008 Standard, Enterprise, and Datacenter Editions in both the x86 and x64 versions. Note that Hyper-V is available only on x64 versions of Server Core.

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28. Server Core is not intended as a platform for running server applications but only as a platform for running mission-critical server roles.

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows 2008 Server Edition

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29. In which command line operating system can you run diagnostic and recovery tools?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
Windows Recovery Environment (Windows RE) is a command line operating system, similar to Windows PE, in which you can run diagnostic and recovery tools.

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30. The Add Roles Wizard enforces no other dependencies for the Windows Deployment Services role, but the role has several other prerequisites. Which of the following is not a prerequisite?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
The Add Roles Wizard enforces no other dependencies for the Windows Deployment Services role, but the role has several other prerequisites such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and NTFS.

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31. Which drive type must a WDS server have to store image files? 

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Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
A WDS server must have an NTFS drive to store image files.

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32. Which type of file is a script containing responses to all of the prompts that appear on the WDS client computer during the installation process?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
An answer file is a script containing responses to all of the prompts that appear on the WDS client computer during the installation process.

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33. Which tool builds automated deployment solutions and is included with Windows Server 2008?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
Sysprep.exe is a tool included with Windows Server 2008 that you need to build automated deployment solutions.

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34. MAP requires a new database instance for its exclusive use.

Explanation

Section Ref: Inventorying Hardware

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35. Which role is used when performing unattended installations of Windows Server 2008 and other operating systems on remote computers using network-based boot and installation media?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
Windows Deployment Services (WDS) is a role included with Windows Server 2008 that also enables you to perform unattended installations of Windows Server 2008 and other operating systems on remote computers by using network-based boot and installation media.

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36. MAP can run on the 32-bit version of all of the following operating systems except __________.

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition
MAP can run on the 32-bit version of the following operating systems: Windows Vista, Windows XP Professional with Service Pack 2, and Windows Server 2003 R2.

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37. Which graphical utility creates and modifies the answer files you can use to perform unattended operating system installations on remote computers?

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Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
Windows System Image Manager (Windows SIM) is a graphical utility that creates and modifies the answer files you can use to perform unattended operating system installations on remote computers.

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38. Which feature is not available in a Server Core installation?

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition
Message Queuing is not available in a Server Core installation.

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39. MAP is capable of performing a hardware inventory on computers with agent software required on the client side.

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition

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40.  Which role is not available in a Server Core installation?

Explanation

Section Ref: Selecting a Windows Server 2008 Edition
The Application Server role is not available in a Server Core installation.

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41.  The Windows Deployment Services role includes all of the following role services except __________.

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
The Windows Deployment Services role includes the Deployment Server and Transport Server role services.

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42.  Which configuration mode is an additional installation phase that occurs with a separate system startup after the operating system installation and before Windows Welcome?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
Audit mode is an additional installation phase that occurs with a separate system startup after the operating system installation and before Windows Welcome.

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43.  Which configuration mode applies settings during the first system boot after the Windows installation or the audit mode phase?

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Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
The oobeSystem mode applies settings during the first system boot after the Windows installation or the audit mode phase.

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44. On which computer would you install Windows AIK?

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
The lab environment is where you find a technician computer on which you install Windows AIK as well as a master computer that serves as the model from which you will create your answer files and images.

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45.  Which configuration pass enables you to add updates, hotfixes, language packs, and drivers to the image file? 

Explanation

Section Ref: Automating Server Deployments
The offlineServicing pass applies unattended installation settings to an offline image. It also enables you to add updates, hotfixes, language packs, and drivers to the image file.

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 It is possible to automate the Windows Welcome phase with a(n)...
 Besides the Windows Deployment Services role, what other tool...
What collection of images uses a single set of files and the same...
MAP requires that you install Microsoft Office __________ or Microsoft...
What contains the operating system that WDS will install on the client...
WDS server is responsible for providing the remote computer with the...
The __________ configuration pass runs after the system runs the...
Windows AIK is designed primarily to facilitate __________ operating...
You can use several tools to create image files, including the...
To inventory an enterprise network consisting of __________ computers...
Single instance storage is a Windows technology that enables a(n)...
Besides the Server Manager console, from what window can you install...
When installing WDS, which role service must you choose to perform...
 What contains the files needed to boot the computer and initiate...
What Windows technology enables a .wim file to maintain a single copy...
What is the name of your princess?
After you have installed and configured your WDS server and added...
 The Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK) is a set of tools...
What contains the operating system that WDS will install on the client...
There is no Start menu, no desktop Explorer shell, no Microsoft...
When running Server Core, the Date and Time application and the...
Windows Server 2008 includes a file named install.wim in the...
An install image contains the operating system that WDS will install...
Which Windows installation option in Windows Server 2008 provides a...
What must a network adapter support on the client computer for the WDS...
Which new tool provides capabilities so you can evaluate the hardware...
 Hyper-V is available on which version of Server Core?
Server Core is not intended as a platform for running server...
In which command line operating system can you run diagnostic and...
The Add Roles Wizard enforces no other dependencies for the Windows...
Which drive type must a WDS server have to store image files? 
Which type of file is a script containing responses to all of the...
Which tool builds automated deployment solutions and is included with...
MAP requires a new database instance for its exclusive use.
Which role is used when performing unattended installations of Windows...
MAP can run on the 32-bit version of all of the following operating...
Which graphical utility creates and modifies the answer files you can...
Which feature is not available in a Server Core installation?
MAP is capable of performing a hardware inventory on computers with...
 Which role is not available in a Server Core installation?
 The Windows Deployment Services role includes all of the...
 Which configuration mode is an additional installation phase...
 Which configuration mode applies settings during the first...
On which computer would you install Windows AIK?
 Which configuration pass enables you to add updates, hotfixes,...
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