20687: Configuring Windows 8.1

Module 1: Windows 8.1 in an Enterprise Network Environment

This module describes solutions and features related to managing Windows 8.1 in an enterprise network environment. Students will identify how to use Windows 8.1 features and related solutions to support intranet, Internet, and non-domain joined Windows 8.1 clients. They will also learn how to identify changes to the Windows 8.1 user interface and perform customizations of the desktop and Start screen

Lessons

• Managing Windows 8.1 in an Enterprise Environment
• Overview of Windows 8.1

Module 2: Installing and Deploying Windows 8.1

This module describes how to identify hardware, software, and infrastructure readiness for installing and deploying Windows 8.1, and also describes the different options for installing Windows 8.1 on a computer. It also explains how students can customize a Windows 8.1 image file and deploy it using appropriate installation tools. This module also describes the methods students can use to manage volume activation in Windows 8.1.

Lessons

• Preparing to Install and Deploy Windows 8.1
• Installing Windows 8.1
• Customizing and Preparing an Image for Deployment
• Volume Activation for Windows 8.1

Lab : Installing Windows 8.1

Lab : Customizing and Capturing a Windows 8.1 Image

Lab : Deploying a Windows 8.1 Image

Module 3: Managing Profiles and User State in Windows 8.1

This module describes how to manage profiles and user state between Windows devices. Students will learn about managing user accounts and profiles in Windows 8.1, configuring User State Virtualization using Microsoft UE-V and Windows 8.1, and migrating user state and settings when migrating to Windows 8.1.

Lessons

• Managing User Accounts and Profiles
• Configuring User State Virtualization
• Migrating User State and Settings

Lab : Configuring Profiles and User State VirtualizationLab : Migrating User State by Using USMT

Module 4: Tools Used for Configuring and Managing Windows 8.1

This module explains how to determine the most appropriate management tools to configure Windows 8.1 settings. It describes tools used for local and remote management of Windows 8.1, and the use of Group Policy and Windows PowerShell in managing Windows 8.1 settings.

Lessons

• Tools Used to Perform Local and Remote Management of Windows 8.1
• Using Windows PowerShell to Configure and Manage Windows 8.1
• Using Group Policy for Management

Lab : Using Management Tools to Configure Windows 8.1 Settings

Module 5: Managing Disks and Device Drivers

This module explains how to configure, partitions, volumes, and device drivers in a Windows 8.1 system. It also explains how to manage virtual hard disks in the Windows 8.1 file system.

Lessons

• Managing Disks, Partitions, and Volumes
• Maintaining Disks, Partitions, and Volumes
• Working with Virtual Hard Disks
• Installing and Configuring Device Drivers

Lab : Managing DisksLab : Configuring Device Drivers

Module 6: Configuring Network Connectivity

This module explains how to configure network connectivity using IPv4 and IPv6. It also describes how to implement automatic IP address allocation and name resolution.

Lessons

• Configuring IPv4 Network Connectivity
• Configuring IPv6 Network Connectivity
• Implementing Automatic IP Address Allocation
• Implementing Name Resolution
• Implementing Wireless Network Connectivity

Lab : Configuring a Network ConnectionLab : Resolving Network Connectivity Issues

Module 7: Configuring Resource Access for Domain-Joined and Non-Domain Joined Devices

This module explains how to configure resource connectivity for both domain-joined and non-domain joined devices. It also explains how to configure workplace join for non-domain joined computers, and configure work folders.

Lessons

• Configuring Domain Access for Windows 8.1 Devices
• Managing Non-Domain Devices
• Configuring Workplace Join
• Configuring Work Folders

Lab : Configuring Resource Access for Non-Domain Joined Devices

Module 8: Implementing Network Security

This module explains how to secure network connections by implementing Windows 8.1 technologies. It explains how to configure Windows firewall, Windows SmartScreen, and Windows Defender. It also explains how to implement connection security rules to secure network traffic.

Lessons

• Overview of Threats to Network Security
• Configuring Windows Firewall
• Securing Network Traffic
• Guarding Against Malware

Lab : Configuring Inbound and Outbound Firewall RulesLab : Configuring IPsec RulesLab : Configuring Malware Protection

Module 9: Configuring File, Folder, and Printer Access

This module explains how to manage secure file and folder access, create and manage shared folders, and configure file and folder compression. It also explains how to enable and configure SkyDrive access, and create and configure shared printers.

Lessons

• Managing File and Folder Access
• Managing Shared Folder Access
• Configuring File and Folder Compression
• Overview of SkyDrive
• Managing Printers

Lab : Configuring File AccessLab : Configuring Printers

Module 10: Securing Windows 8.1 Devices

This module explains how to implement tools and technologies that can help secure Windows 8.1 desktops. It describes methods used for authentication and authorization in Windows 8.1. It also describes how to use local Group Policy objects to configure security and other settings, and explains the use of file encryption methods and User Account Control.

Lessons

• Authentication and Authorization in Windows 8.1
• Implementing Local Policies
• Securing Data with EFS and BitLocker
• Configuring User Account Control

Lab : Implementing Local Group Policy Objects

Lab : Securing Data Using BitLockerLab : Configuring User Account Control

Module 11: Configuring Applications for Windows 8.1

This module explains how to configure and control applications in Windows 8.1. It describes application deployment methods, and explains how to install and manage Windows Store apps. It also explains how to configure and secure Internet Explorer, and configure application restrictions with AppLocker.

Lessons

• Application Deployment Options in Windows 8.1
• Managing Windows Store Apps
• Configuring Internet Explorer Settings
• Configuring Application Restrictions in the Enterprise

Lab : Configuring Internet Explorer Security

Lab : Configuring AppLocker

Module 12: Optimizing and Maintaining Windows 8.1 Computers

This module explains how to optimize and maintain Windows 8.1 based computers. It also explains how to manage reliability, and configure and manage software updates in Windows 8.1.

Lessons

• Optimizing the Performance of Windows 8.1
• Managing the Reliability of Windows 8.1
• Managing Software Updates in Windows 8.1

Lab : Optimizing Windows 8.1 Performance

Lab : Maintaining Windows Updates

Module 13: Configuring Mobile Computing and Remote Access

This module explains how to configure Windows 8.1 settings that are applicable to mobile computing devices. It also describes DirectAccess, and how it can be used to provide remote access. This module also explains how to enable and configure VPN access, Remote Desktop, and Remote Assistance.

Lessons

• Configuring Mobile Computers and Device Settings
• Overview of DirectAccess
• Configuring VPN Access
• Configuring Remote Desktop and Remote Assistance

Lab : Configuring a Power Plan

Lab : Implementing DirectAccess

Lab : Implementing Remote Desktop

Module 14: Recovering Windows 8.1

This module explains how to recover Windows 8.1 from failures. It describes how to provide for file and folder recovery, and identify when and how to recover Windows 8.1

Lessons

• Backing Up and Restoring Files in Windows 8.1
• Recovery Options in Windows 8.1

Lab : Recovering Windows 8.1

Module 15: Configuring Client Hyper-V

This module describes Hyper-V for Windows 8.1, and explains how to create and configure virtual machines in Hyper-V for Windows 8.1. It also explains the use of virtual hard disks, and the creation and implementation of virtual machine checkpoints.

Lessons

• Overview of Client Hyper-V
• Creating Virtual Machines
• Managing Virtual Hard Disks
• Managing Checkpoints

Lab : Configuring Client Hyper-V

• At least two years of experience in the IT field
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including Transmission Control Protocol /Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), User Datagram Protocol (UDP), and Domain Name System (DNS)
• Knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) principles and fundamentals of AD DS management
• Understanding of the certificate security and working knowledge of the fundamentals of Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS)
• Understanding of Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows Server 2012 fundamentals
• Understanding of Microsoft Windows Client essentials; for example, working knowledge of Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and/or Windows 8
• Basic understanding of Windows PowerShell syntax
• Basic awareness of Windows deployment tools (Windows ADK components: Windows PE, Windows SIM, VAMT, ImageX, USMT, and DISM concepts and fundamentals) but no actual prerequisite skills with the specific tools are assumed

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