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The Computer

Learning Objectives:

After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
1.) Identify Computer installation
2.) Explain the Computer

Introduction:

Is it time to upgrade your operating system? Looking to make the switch
within Microsoft products like Windows 7 and Windows 8? Follow this
guide to install any brand new operating system on your compu

GENERAL OS:

10 things to do before installing new Operating System on a computer
#1: Analyze your machine for upgrade readiness
Before doing anything else, you should download and run the
Windows Upgrade Advisor utility. This software will examine
computer and provide you with a summary of what versions of
Windows the computer is capable of running. Note that the
Upgrade Advisor only indicates whether or not the PC will run
OS you desire.


The CPU requirements for
by any means. To be considered
must have a CPU of at least 800 MHz. Those that are Premium
Ready require a processor of at least 1 GHz. A large majority of
computers that have been sold in recent
requirement with ease.
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Information Sheet 1.1-1
Computer Installation Plan according to Job
requirements
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
installation procedures.
the Computer installation according to job requirements.
Is it time to upgrade your operating system? Looking to make the switch
within Microsoft products like Windows 7 and Windows 8? Follow this
guide to install any brand new operating system on your compu
10 things to do before installing new Operating System on a computer
#1: Analyze your machine for upgrade readiness

Before doing anything else, you should download and run the
Windows Upgrade Advisor utility. This software will examine
computer and provide you with a summary of what versions of
Windows the computer is capable of running. Note that the
Upgrade Advisor only indicates whether or not the PC will run
#2: Check the CPU
The CPU requirements for new Windows are not earth shattering
by any means. To be considered the capability, the computer
must have a CPU of at least 800 MHz. Those that are Premium
Ready require a processor of at least 1 GHz. A large majority of
computers that have been sold in recent years will meet this
requirement with ease.
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Plan according to Job
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to:
according to job requirements.
Is it time to upgrade your operating system? Looking to make the switch
within Microsoft products like Windows 7 and Windows 8? Follow this
guide to install any brand new operating system on your computer.
10 things to do before installing new Operating System on a computer
#1: Analyze your machine for upgrade readiness
Before doing anything else, you should download and run the
Windows Upgrade Advisor utility. This software will examine your
computer and provide you with a summary of what versions of
Windows the computer is capable of running. Note that the
Upgrade Advisor only indicates whether or not the PC will run the
indows are not earth shattering
, the computer
must have a CPU of at least 800 MHz. Those that are Premium
Ready require a processor of at least 1 GHz. A large majority of
years will meet this

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#3: Make sure you have enough memory


Memory is another fairly easy
new Windows. To be considered
at least 512 MB of RAM. Premium Ready machines
minimum of 1 GB of system RAM. Most modern PCs will either
meet this requirement or be capable of a relatively inexpensive
upgrade.


#4: Evaluate your graphics adapter

Those of you looking forward to the new 3
will need to make sure that your graphics adapter is DirectX 9
capable. WDDM (a Windows display driver model for writing
drivers) compatibility is also recommended. To be considered
Premium Ready, the graphics adapter must have a minimum of
128 MB of video RAM.
video RAM. Unless you plan on using the Aero Glass graphics,
there is no reason to upgrade your existing video adapter if it's
Vista Capable.

#5: Verify that you have sufficient hard drive space

With hard drive capaci
usually not a major concern. However, you should still be aware
of the minimum space requirements for
moment to verify that your system has enough free space. To
install new Windows, the h
size and have a minimum of 15 GB of free space.

#6: Make sure you've got a DVD drive


New Windows ships on a DVD, so to install the new operating
system, the computer must have a DVD drive. This is another
requirement that should be fairly easy to meet, since DVD drives
have become commonplace or require only a fairly inexpensive
upgrade.
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#3: Make sure you have enough memory
Memory is another fairly easy-to-meet hardware requirement for
. To be considered the capability, the PC must have
at least 512 MB of RAM. Premium Ready machines
minimum of 1 GB of system RAM. Most modern PCs will either
meet this requirement or be capable of a relatively inexpensive
#4: Evaluate your graphics adapter
Those of you looking forward to the new 3-D Aero Glass graphics
to make sure that your graphics adapter is DirectX 9
capable. WDDM (a Windows display driver model for writing
drivers) compatibility is also recommended. To be considered
Premium Ready, the graphics adapter must have a minimum of
128 MB of video RAM. New Windows cards require only 64 MB of
video RAM. Unless you plan on using the Aero Glass graphics,
there is no reason to upgrade your existing video adapter if it's
#5: Verify that you have sufficient hard drive space
With hard drive capacity constantly increasing, available space is
usually not a major concern. However, you should still be aware
of the minimum space requirements for new Windows and take a
moment to verify that your system has enough free space. To
Windows, the hard drive must be at least 40 GB in
size and have a minimum of 15 GB of free space.
#6: Make sure you've got a DVD drive
Windows ships on a DVD, so to install the new operating
system, the computer must have a DVD drive. This is another
that should be fairly easy to meet, since DVD drives
have become commonplace or require only a fairly inexpensive
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#3: Make sure you have enough memory
meet hardware requirement for
, the PC must have
at least 512 MB of RAM. Premium Ready machines must have a
minimum of 1 GB of system RAM. Most modern PCs will either
meet this requirement or be capable of a relatively inexpensive

D Aero Glass graphics
to make sure that your graphics adapter is DirectX 9
capable. WDDM (a Windows display driver model for writing
drivers) compatibility is also recommended. To be considered
Premium Ready, the graphics adapter must have a minimum of
cards require only 64 MB of
video RAM. Unless you plan on using the Aero Glass graphics,
there is no reason to upgrade your existing video adapter if it's
#5: Verify that you have sufficient hard drive space
ty constantly increasing, available space is
usually not a major concern. However, you should still be aware
Windows and take a
moment to verify that your system has enough free space. To
ard drive must be at least 40 GB in
#6: Make sure you've got a DVD drive
Windows ships on a DVD, so to install the new operating
system, the computer must have a DVD drive. This is another
that should be fairly easy to meet, since DVD drives
have become commonplace or require only a fairly inexpensive

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#7: Sort out the versions

Determining which version of
more complex than it was with previous ve

#8: Check application compatibility

To make your new
possible, you should ensure that your existing applications will
run under that before installing it. You can download and run
the Application Compatibility Toolkit to help you identify
applications that may not run under

#9: Don't overlook data backups

Backing up your data is one of the most critical steps in
upgrading your operating system. Unfortunately, this step is
often overlooked in the excitement of installing the latest
operating system. In addition to backing up your data, it's best to
verify that you have all of the installation media from your
existing software and the appropriate licensing information before
you start the installation.

#10: Remember the notebooks

Notebook computers must meet all of the same hardware
specifications as desktop PCs. The one problem with notebooks,
however, is that If the graphics card isn't compatible, there is
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#7: Sort out the versions
Determining which version of new Windows to install can be a bit
more complex than it was with previous versions of Windows.
#8: Check application compatibility
new Windows installation go as smoothly as
possible, you should ensure that your existing applications will
before installing it. You can download and run
Compatibility Toolkit to help you identify
applications that may not run under the new Windows.
#9: Don't overlook data backups
Backing up your data is one of the most critical steps in
upgrading your operating system. Unfortunately, this step is
overlooked in the excitement of installing the latest
operating system. In addition to backing up your data, it's best to
verify that you have all of the installation media from your
existing software and the appropriate licensing information before
art the installation.
#10: Remember the notebooks
Notebook computers must meet all of the same hardware
specifications as desktop PCs. The one problem with notebooks,
however, is that If the graphics card isn't compatible, there is
to upgrade the system.
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Windows to install can be a bit
rsions of Windows.

Windows installation go as smoothly as
possible, you should ensure that your existing applications will
before installing it. You can download and run
Compatibility Toolkit to help you identify
Windows.
Backing up your data is one of the most critical steps in
upgrading your operating system. Unfortunately, this step is
overlooked in the excitement of installing the latest
operating system. In addition to backing up your data, it's best to
verify that you have all of the installation media from your
existing software and the appropriate licensing information before
Notebook computers must meet all of the same hardware
specifications as desktop PCs. The one problem with notebooks,
however, is that If the graphics card isn't compatible, there is

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SPECIFIC OS:

Top 10 Things To Remember Before Installing Windows 7

I hope most of the Windows lovers have downloaded the BETA
copy of Windows 7 and roaring to install it. Dont start your
install procedure without readi
many important files and settings.

In this guide I will point out some important things that you need
to do and remember before installing Windows 7 on your
machine.


1.) Check the hardware requirement:
important factors that you need to keep in mind before
thinking about Windows 7.Though Windows 7 should run
fine with the 512 MB RAM system, its always better to follow
Microsoft recommendations.

Below are the Windows 7 requirements:

1. A blank DVD
2. A PC with a DVD burner
3. A test PC for the Windows 7 Beta that meets these
minimum hardware recommendations (specific to the Beta
and subject to change in the final version of Windows 7).
Please do not use a PC you rely on for your work or daily
use:
4. 1 GHz 32-bit or 64
5. 1 GB of system memory
6. 16 GB of available disk space
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Top 10 Things To Remember Before Installing Windows 7
I hope most of the Windows lovers have downloaded the BETA
copy of Windows 7 and roaring to install it. Dont start your
install procedure without reading this guide as you may lose
many important files and settings.
In this guide I will point out some important things that you need
to do and remember before installing Windows 7 on your
Check the hardware requirement: This is one of the mos
important factors that you need to keep in mind before
thinking about Windows 7.Though Windows 7 should run
fine with the 512 MB RAM system, its always better to follow
Microsoft recommendations.
Below are the Windows 7 requirements:
with a DVD burner
A test PC for the Windows 7 Beta that meets these
minimum hardware recommendations (specific to the Beta
and subject to change in the final version of Windows 7).
Please do not use a PC you rely on for your work or daily
t or 64-bit processor
1 GB of system memory
16 GB of available disk space
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Top 10 Things To Remember Before Installing Windows 7
I hope most of the Windows lovers have downloaded the BETA
copy of Windows 7 and roaring to install it. Dont start your
ng this guide as you may lose
In this guide I will point out some important things that you need
to do and remember before installing Windows 7 on your

This is one of the most
important factors that you need to keep in mind before
thinking about Windows 7.Though Windows 7 should run
fine with the 512 MB RAM system, its always better to follow
A test PC for the Windows 7 Beta that meets these
minimum hardware recommendations (specific to the Beta
and subject to change in the final version of Windows 7).
Please do not use a PC you rely on for your work or daily

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7. Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (in
order to enable Aero theme)
8. DVD-R/W Drive
9. Internet access (to download the Beta and get updates)


2.)Backup Vista: If you are p
SP1(SP1 is must) then its a good idea to backup your Vista drive
so that you can revert back to Vista easily. I hope most of you
know how to do back up task!

3.) You need to backup all your profiles and other important
files that I have listed below. In case you are planning to wipe
out Vista and install Windows 7 then also its better to create a
backup of all profiles.

Below are the important profiles that I backup:

1. Documents
2. Outlook pst file
3. Windows live writer folder
4. Saved games
5. Other program profiles that you use.


4. The most important thing for a web addict is browser
bookmark folder. Use backup Bookmarks option in your browser
to create a bookmark. Download Password Exporter add
Firefox to backup all your save
down all installed add


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Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (in
order to enable Aero theme)
R/W Drive
Internet access (to download the Beta and get updates)
Vista: If you are planning to upgrade from Vista
SP1(SP1 is must) then its a good idea to backup your Vista drive
so that you can revert back to Vista easily. I hope most of you
know how to do back up task!
You need to backup all your profiles and other important
t I have listed below. In case you are planning to wipe
out Vista and install Windows 7 then also its better to create a
backup of all profiles.
Below are the important profiles that I backup:


Windows live writer folder
Other program profiles that you use.
4. The most important thing for a web addict is browser
bookmark folder. Use backup Bookmarks option in your browser
to create a bookmark. Download Password Exporter add
Firefox to backup all your saved passwords. Also dont forgot jot
down all installed add-ons!
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Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (in
Internet access (to download the Beta and get updates)
lanning to upgrade from Vista
SP1(SP1 is must) then its a good idea to backup your Vista drive
so that you can revert back to Vista easily. I hope most of you
You need to backup all your profiles and other important
t I have listed below. In case you are planning to wipe
out Vista and install Windows 7 then also its better to create a
4. The most important thing for a web addict is browser
bookmark folder. Use backup Bookmarks option in your browser
to create a bookmark. Download Password Exporter add-on for
d passwords. Also dont forgot jot

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You can even use Mozilla Restorator to backup full Firefox profile.


5. If you have installed too many programs then its a good idea
to generate list of installed application using a sim
that I have explained in the Generate list of installed applications
guide.


6. Next obvious task is to backup all the custom settings that you
have done to your Vista. Of course, you can back up! Type
Windows Easy Transfer in Start Menu searc
open. Follow the simple instructions to complete the task.


Windows Easy Transfer helps you move your many files, folders,
and program settings from one computer to another
process.

Using Windows Easy Transfer, you can




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You can even use Mozilla Restorator to backup full Firefox profile.
5. If you have installed too many programs then its a good idea
to generate list of installed application using a simple command
that I have explained in the Generate list of installed applications
6. Next obvious task is to backup all the custom settings that you
have done to your Vista. Of course, you can back up! Type
Windows Easy Transfer in Start Menu search box and hit enter to
open. Follow the simple instructions to complete the task.

Windows Easy Transfer helps you move your many files, folders,
and program settings from one computer to another
Using Windows Easy Transfer, you can choose to move:
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You can even use Mozilla Restorator to backup full Firefox profile.
5. If you have installed too many programs then its a good idea
ple command
that I have explained in the Generate list of installed applications
6. Next obvious task is to backup all the custom settings that you
have done to your Vista. Of course, you can back up! Type
h box and hit enter to
open. Follow the simple instructions to complete the task.
Windows Easy Transfer helps you move your many files, folders,
and program settings from one computer to anotherall in one
choose to move:

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#User accounts
#Documents
#Music
#Pictures
#Email
#Internet favorites
#Program settings


7. Move your Download folder from the C drive to any other safe
location so that you will not lose the downloaded files.

8. Though Microsoft
7 I recommend at least 30GB so that you wont run out of free
space in near feature.

9. If you have any files in Desktop just move to safe place since
most of us keep important files on Desktop for quick access.



10. Last but least, dont forget to retrieve Office and other
product keys using free programs like Winkey Finder.











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7. Move your Download folder from the C drive to any other safe
location so that you will not lose the downloaded files.
recommends 16GB drive to install Windows
7 I recommend at least 30GB so that you wont run out of free
space in near feature.
9. If you have any files in Desktop just move to safe place since
most of us keep important files on Desktop for quick access.

10. Last but least, dont forget to retrieve Office and other
product keys using free programs like Winkey Finder.
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7. Move your Download folder from the C drive to any other safe
location so that you will not lose the downloaded files.
recommends 16GB drive to install Windows
7 I recommend at least 30GB so that you wont run out of free
9. If you have any files in Desktop just move to safe place since
most of us keep important files on Desktop for quick access.
10. Last but least, dont forget to retrieve Office and other
product keys using free programs like Winkey Finder.