Windows 7 Setup

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Training Objectives

Identify the features of Windows 7 Identify the different Setup Options Identify the System Requirements of

Windows 7 Identify the procedures on how to

setup Windows 7

Windows 7 Features

There are many new and improved features in Windows 7. The changes are designed to make it faster and easier to perform everyday tasks as well as to improve the overall performance of Windows.

Windows 7 Advanced Features

Action Center Action Center Troubleshooters Biometric Framework Desktop Slideshow Device Management Handwriting Recognition Home Group Internet Explorer 8 Jump Lists Media Features Performance Improvements Reduced Disk Space Utilization Taskbar Windows Touch

Disk Space Usage

Windows 7 has disk usage space compared to Windows Vista. Beyond the changes to servicing, other specific disk space usage improvements include:

Reduction in size of drivers included on- disk

Log file size reduction and compression Page file size reduction (Virtual RAM) System Restore disk space usage reduced

Setup Options

Windows 7 can be installed using one of the following methods. Each is discussed in more detail in this module.

Upgrade InstallThis method can be used to install

Windows 7 while preserving your current applications, user accounts, user profile data, and settings.

Clean InstallThis is the method to use for installing

Windows 7 without preserving settings, such as on a new computer, when there is no upgrade path from your current operating system version, or due to a problem with your current installation.

Setup Options

Windows Anytime UpgradeThis is the method for upgrading from one edition of Windows 7

to a higher edition.

Other Setup Options: (Not Supported)OEM ImageThis is the method of installation for many computers that you

purchase with Windows 7 already installed. This installation method may include additional non-Windows software, preinstalled by the OEM Examples could include security software or other programs.

Corporate DeploymentThis is the method some companies use to install Windows over a

network or via automation so that each user does not need to perform setup-related tasks. This is out of scope for this course.

Setup Options

Recommended System Requirements

1 gigahertz (GHz) or faster 32-bit (x86) or 64-bit (x64) processor

1 gigabyte (GB) RAM (32-bit) or 2 GB RAM (64-bit)

16 GB available hard disk space (32-bit) or 20 GB (64-bit)

DirectX 9 graphics device with WDDM (Windows Display Driver Model) 1.0 or higher driver

What is the difference between 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows?

The terms 32-bit and 64-bit refer to the way a computer's processor (also called a CPU), handles information. The 64-bit version of Windows handles large amounts of random access memory (RAM) more effectively than a 32-bit system.

32-bit vs. 64-bit

How can I tell if my computer is running a 32-bit or a 64-bit version of Windows?

WINDOWS 7 AND VISTA

32-bit vs. 64-bit

Start

Right Click

“Computer

Properties

How can I tell if my computer is running a 32-bit or a 64-bit version of Windows?

WINDOWS XP

32-bit vs. 64-bit

StartRight Click

“My Computer”

Properties

x64 = 64-bit x86 = 32-bit

Which version of Windows 7 should I install: the 32-bit version or the 64-bit version?

64-bit will only work for 64-bit – could fully maximize the usage of 4GB and could handle upto 16TB of RAM

32-bit will work for both – could handle a maximum of 4GB of RAM

32-bit vs. 64-bit

How do I tell if my computer can run a 64-bit version of Windows?

To run a 64-bit version of Windows, your computer must have a 64-bit-capable processor. To find out if your processor is 64-bit-capable in Windows 7 or Windows Vista, do the following:

32-bit vs. 64-bit

32-bit vs. 64-bit

Start

Type “Performance

Information and Tools”

Click “View and print detailed

performance and system

information”

WINDOWS 7

Note: If your computer is already running a 64-bit version of Windows, you won't see the 64-bit capable listing

32-bit vs. 64-bit

32-bit vs. 64-bit

Start

Type “Performance

Information and Tools”

Click “View and print details”

WINDOWS VISTA

Note: If your computer is already running a 64-bit version of Windows, you won't see the 64-bit capable listing

StartRight click “My

Computer”Click “Properties”

32-bit vs. 64-bit

WINDOWS XP

Note: If "x64 Edition" is listed under System, your processor is capable of running a 64-bit version of Windows

Can I upgrade from a 32-bit version of Windows to a 64-bit version of Windows 7 or from a 64-bit version of Windows 7 to a 32-bit version of Windows?

32-bit vs. 64-bit

IT DEPENDS Windows Vista 64-bit – Windows 7

64-bit Windows Vista 32-bit – Windows 7

32-bit

Windows Vista 32-bit to Windows 7 64-bit and Vice Versa

Here’s How: Back up your files Choose “Custom” Install Restore files Reinstall programs

32-bit vs. 64-bit

Can I run 32-bit programs on a 64-bit computer?

32-bit vs. 64-bit

YES

Most programs designed for the 32-bit version of Windows will work on the 64-bit version of Windows. Notable exceptions are many antivirus programs

Can I run 64-bit programs on a 32-bit computer?

32-bit vs. 64-bit

NO

If the program is specifically designed for the 64-bit version of Windows, it won't work on the 32-bit version of Windows.

Can I run 32-bit drivers on a 64-bit computer?

32-bit vs. 64-bit

NO

Device drivers designed for the 32-bit version of Windows don't work on computers running a 64-bit version of Windows. If you're trying to install a printer or other device that only has 32-bit drivers available, it won't work correctly on a 64-bit version of Windows

Notes:

To install a 64-bit version of Windows 7 on a computer running a 32-bit version of Windows, you'll need to start, or boot, your computer using a 64-bit Windows 7 installation disc or files

If you start your computer using a 64-bit Windows 7 installation disc or files, but your computer isn't capable of running a 64-bit version of Windows, you'll see a Windows Boot Manager error. You'll need to use a 32-bit Windows 7 installation disc or files instead

Windows Easy Transfer can't transfer files from a 64-bit version of Windows to a 32-bit version of Windows. If you're running a 64-bit version of Windows Vista but you plan to install a 32-bit version of Windows 7, you can move your files to an external location manually or use Backup and Restore in Windows Vista

If you're running a 64-bit version of Windows XP, you'll need to move your files to an external location manually

Upgrade Path

Upgrade Path

Custom /Clean Install – gives you the option to either completely replace your operating system or install Windows on a specific partition or drive that you select. You could also perform a custom install if your computer does not have an operating system

In-Place Upgrade – keeps your files, settings, and programs intact from your current version of Windows

Upgrade Path

Installation Phases for Upgrade Path

1st Phase •Downlevel

2nd Phase •WinPE (Pre-Installation Envi)

3rd Phase •Online Configuration

4th Phase •Windows Welcome

Installation Phases for Upgrade Path

Downlevel

•Starting the installation. Copying Setup files to the hard drive, and setting up a boot entry to boot directly to the next phase

WinPE

•This phase starts with the Windows Setup boot entry and the rest of the migration gathering is done in this phase, followed by the application of the generic Windows 7 image

Installation Phases for Upgrade Path

Online Configuration

•In this step the computer is started in Windows 7 for the first time. Setup first performs a set of specialization actions that make the installation of Windows unique. Drivers for detected hardware are installed, and collected migration data is now reapplied to the system.

Installation Phases for Upgrade Path

Windows Welcome

•When setup is finished, you begin using Windows 7 in the Windows Welcome phase, also known as the Out Of Box Experience (OOBE). This is the portion of setup where you set the time zone, choose the configuration for updates and safety features, have a chance to connect to a network, and join a HomeGroup if one is found on your network’ This is also the phase where it will be asking for the “Activation Key”.

Installation Phases for Upgrade Path

Compatibility Report

Warnings or SoftBlock – When the compatibility report has identified an issue that could result in a less than desirable outcome, you will see a warning message. This indicates that the upgrade can continue, but with some impact to your current configuration.

Examples:

A warning message related to Windows features, such as the removal of Ultimate Extras, or language pack issues starts with this text: Upgrading Windows will affect the following features This may also include a step to turn off specific Windows Features: These Windows features might not work properly after the upgrade. Before upgrading, we recommend turning off these features. Cancel the upgrade, open Control Panel, and search for “turn Windows features on or off”. 

Upgrading Windows will affect the following devices and/or programs The hardware compatibility message continues with this text: These devices might not work properly after the upgrade. Before upgrading, we recommend updating the drivers for these devices. Cancel the upgrade, open Control Panel, and search for “update device drivers”, or go to the device manufacturer’s website to search for updated drivers.  For program compatibility issues, the message shows: These programs might not work properly after the upgrade. Before upgrading, we recommend uninstalling these programs. Cancel the upgrade, open Control Panel, and search for “uninstall a program”. (Note: Programs marked as * can be safely reinstalled after the upgrade.) All of these are messages indicate a potentially undesirable outcome, but not a problem that will prevent Setup from performing the upgrade.

Examples:

Upgrade Blocks or HardBlocks – Upgrade block messages differ from warnings in that they indicate that the upgrade cannot be performed. In order to upgrade Windows, you must first resolve the issues identified in the report.

Compatibility Report

Examples:

When an upgrade blocking issue is found, the Compatibility Report will start with the following text: The following issues are preventing Windows from upgrading. Cancel the upgrade, complete each task, and then restart the upgrade to continue. This is followed by one of the following main types of actions:•Turn off these Windows features. Open Control Panel and search for “turn 

Windows features on or off”. •Uninstall these programs. Open Control Panel and search for “uninstall a program”. •Install updated drivers for the following devices. Open Control Panel and search for 

“update device drivers”.  Once you complete the actions indicated, you should be able to complete the upgrade successfully.

Features Removed During Upgrade

Movie Maker Photo Gallery Windows Mail Windows Calendar Meeting Place

Ultimate Components RemovedUltimate Extras

Windows DreamScene and DreamScene Content Packs Microsoft Tinker Hold Em Poker Game Windows Sound Schemes

Language Packs

Installed language packs are removed during the upgrade. You will need to reinstall language packs after the upgrade is complete.

Upgrade Best Practices

Upgrade from Damaged Windows VistaOften during operating system releases, we encounter support calls from customers who are trying to resolve problems by upgrading to a new Windows version. This is a risky and often problematic approach to solving PC problems.  Many of the software or hardware issues impacting the stability of Windows Vista could be migrated into, or directly affect the new installation of Windows 7. As a result, the best approach is to backup/migrate data, and perform a clean install of Windows 7.  This means using the same procedure as recommend for Windows XP to Windows 7 migration. In addition, you might also recommend some steps to check for hardware issues, if the problems manifested as system instability or stop errors.

Backup Data before an UpgradeTo protect against problems during the upgrade process, you should recommend that your customer perform a backup of critical data to an off-computer storage device before upgrading to Windows 7. This could be to an online backup service, DVD discs, or an external hard disk that is disconnected from the computer during setup. This precaution can help protect against coincidental hardware failures that may damage data on the machine, as well as from other potential problems.

Upgrade Best Practices

Upgrade on Small Disk PCsSmall disk PCs, such as netbooks, present challenges for an upgrade installation. The upgrade process maintains a copy of the original operating system files so that a rollback can be performed in the event of problems. This means that additional free disk space is needed  As a general recommendation, you should have 16 GB free disk space for upgrade to complete successfully. The minimum possible space permitted by setup much less.  If you have insufficient space to upgrade even after freeing disk space, follow the same recommendation as for Windows XP to Windows 7 migration – migrate out data and settings, then clean install Windows 7.

Upgrade Best Practices

Uninstall back to Previous VersionDuring an upgrade to Windows 7 there is a Rollback option provided from the Boot Menu providing an option to return to the previous OS configuration. This is removed at the end of Online Configuration.

Once the Rollback option is removed, there is not an Uninstall procedure that returns you directly to the pre-setup state. This is the same as was done in Windows Vista.  To return to the previous version of Windows you must perform a clean installation of that previous version.

Upgrade Best Practices

Repairing Windows 7 with an In-Place Upgrade

Like Windows Vista, Windows 7 supports re-install from within Windows in order to repair the current installation

Upgrade Best Practices

Custom | Clean Installation

When you clean install via DVD boot, Windows 7 setup launches directly into WinPE mode. When starting in this way, you are given full setup options for disk configuration and partition creation.

The first step of setup from DVD boot is to “Press any key to boot from CD or DVD.”

Custom | Clean Installation

•WinPE (Pre-Installation Envi)

WinPE begins loading, and shows the “Windows is loading files” progress indicator, as shown below.

Custom | Clean Installation

Windows Anytime Upgrade

Windows Vista – involved setup.exe and one of the risks is data loss

Windows 7 – unlocks the feature of a certain edition. Driver, data and application migration issues are completely bypassed

Open start and type “Windows Anytime Upgrade” or;

Open the Windows Anytime Upgrade module via the Control Panel and enter the  new key and finally re-activate Windows

Windows Anytime Upgrade

WAU Activation States

Licensed – with Windows Genuine logo Initial Grace Period – grace period given usually

30 days before the software expires Notification – another 3 days of grace period

after 30 days Additional Grace Period – happens when a

major hardware component was changed Non – Genuine Grace Period – without Genuine

Logo Unknown – incompatibility with licensing

components Unlicensed –

Types of Product Keys

Retail Key Retail Upgrade Key OEM SLP Key – Embedded on the

disk OEM COA Non-SLP Key

WAU Basic Troubleshooting Steps

Verify KeyVerify the installed product (if compatible but still having issues…)Stop and show 3rd party services

by going to msconfig to unblock a possible cause

Type cmd in

search field

Type msconfig

Click on Startup tab and click on Disable

and apply

Click on Services

and Hide all services

and apply

Check for compatibility – for drivers and hardware incompatibility, check your manufacturer’s website to download new drivers that will run with Windows 7

Check for Internet Connection – WAU process needs internet connection

WAU Basic Troubleshooting Steps

Turn –off AntiVirus – Antivirus or anti-malware program and third-party firewall may interfere with the installation of Windows 7 during the upgrade process. Temporary turn-off the security tools and re-enable only after the install process has finished.

WAU Basic Troubleshooting Steps

Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE)

Startup Repair – automatically fix problems that are preventing windows from starting or booting

System Restore – restore windows to an earlier point

System Image Recovery – recover your computer using system image created earlier

Windows Memory Category – check your computer for memory hardware errors

Command Prompt – for accessing commands

Network Connection Status

Computer Logo or Signal– means the computer can receive and send data

Triangle with Exclamation Point – Limited or No Connectivity (do the troubleshooting in Action Center. If not resolve, contact servicer)

With X – no connection

How to check Drivers

Click on Start and type Device Manager

? – not installed ! – conflicting with other hardware

(incompatible)X – disabled

Windows Easy Transfer (WET)

Windows Easy Transfer is the easiest way to backup files to another computer, external harddrive, flashdrive, other User Account and CD/DVD

Note: Migration Rules (PC-PC)32-bit – 32-bit (possible)64-bit – 32 bit (not possible)

For Windows Vista and Windows 7 (WET) is already included

For Windows XP, you have to download and install the files for you to use the application

Windows Easy Transfer (WET)

Three methods to transfer files:

Using a Windows Easy Transfer Cable (direct PC-to-PC)

Over a network External hard drive

How to do WET in Windows 7

Backup and Restore

Another way to back up your files before doing the upgrade. For Windows 7, it’s only available for Windows 7 Professional and Ultimate. This feature will automatically back up the files to another storage space depending on your configuration

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