Server+: Upgrading BIOS and Installing the Operating System
Product Code: SERV07 Time: 3 Hour(s) CEUs: Available

Summary:

This course provides an overview of upgrading BIOS and installing operating systems.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Explain BIOS and ROM chips
  • Determine when the system BIOS needs to be upgraded
  • Define a BIOS upgrade checklist
  • Perform a BIOS upgrade
  • List the process used to install and configure a network operating system
  • Define network operating system functions and processes
  • Detail the procedure used to verify network connectivity
  • Explain the use of network administration and monitoring tools

Outline:

  • BIOS storage
  • Preparing to upgrade BIOS
  • Flashing the BIOS
  • Fixing BIOS upgrade
  • Booting the server and other onboard ROMS
  • Preparing a NOS installation
  • Joining the domain and network settings
  • Testing connectivity
  • Updating the NOS and reviewing logs
  • Monitoring tools
  • Managing the network

Features:

  • Exercises that allow users to practice the application
  • A file containing the text of the exercises
  • Activities that allow users to apply course concepts in an interactive questioning environment
  • A glossary
  • A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This course is for anyone preparing for the Server+ exam.

Prerequisites:

Server+: Network Terminology and Operating SystemsServer+: Servers, Bus Structures, and CachingServer+: MemoryServer+: Data Storage SystemsServer+: Interfacing with the NetworkServer+: Installing Network Hardware

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 98 or higher. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher (5.5 or higher for MindLeaders Central) required. Macromedia Flash player 6.0 is recommended for full functionality, but not required to play the courses. Sound card, with speakers or headphones is recommended, but not required to play the courses. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

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