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Microsoft Course 2261 - Supporting Users Running the Microsoft Windows XP Operating System — A 3-Day Course

Course Synopsis

This instructor led XP user support course is to provide individuals who are new to Microsoft Windows XP with the knowledge and skills necessary to troubleshoot basic problems end users will face while running Microsoft Windows XP Professional in an Active Directory network environment, or Windows XP Home edition in a workgroup environment. This is an introductory course designed to provide an overview of operating system concepts and how to troubleshoot Windows XP.

This is the first course in the Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician curriculum.

Course Objectives

On completion of this Windows XP user support course, delegates should be able to:

  • Perform and troubleshoot an attended installation of the Windows XP operating system.
  • Perform post installation configuration (user configuration, apply service packs, etc.).
  • Answer end user questions related to upgrading from a previous version of Windows.
  • Troubleshoot system startup and user logon problems.
  • Monitor and analyze system performance.
  • Monitor, manage, and troubleshoot access to files and folders.
  • Troubleshoot connecting to local and network print devices.
  • Configure and troubleshoot hardware devices and drivers.
  • Configure and troubleshoot storage devices.
  • Configure and troubleshoot display devices.
  • Troubleshoot network protocols and services.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI).
  • Configure and troubleshoot input and output (I/O) devices.
  • Configure support for multiple languages or multiple locations.
  • Troubleshoot security settings and local security policy.
  • Configure and troubleshoot local user and group accounts.
  • Troubleshoot the TCP/IP protocol.
  • Configure and troubleshoot Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) settings.
  • Troubleshoot name resolution issues.
  • Configure and troubleshoot remote connections.
  • Configure and troubleshoot end user systems using remote Desktop and Remote Assistance.

Intended Audience

This Windows user support training is intended for new entrants and career changers new to the IT industry. They have experience using Microsoft Office and have basic Microsoft Windows navigation skills. Another audience is the current call center technician with 6 months experience looking to validate their support skills.

Course Prerequisites

Before attending this Windows user support course, delegates are expected to have:

  • Basic experience using a Microsoft Windows Operating system such as Microsoft Windows XP.
  • A basic understanding of Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Windows accessories, including Internet Explorer.
  • Basic understanding of core operating system technologies including installation and configuration.
  • A basic understanding of hardware components and their functions.
  • A basic understanding of the major desktop components and interfaces, and their functions.
  • A basic understanding of TCP/IP settings.
  • How to use command-line utilities to manage the operating system.
  • A basic understanding of technologies that are available for establishing Internet connectivity.

Certification

This course will help the student prepare for the following Microsoft Certified Professional exam:

  • Exam 70-271: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional

Course Materials

The student kit includes a comprehensive workbook and other necessary materials for this class.

Publicly scheduled dates, locations, and prices

Central London — £595 (+VAT)

  • 14–16 Jul 2008
  • 4–6 Aug 2008
  • 11–13 Aug 2008
  • 8–10 Sep 2008
  • 22–24 Sep 2008
  • 6–8 Oct 2008
  • 13–15 Oct 2008
  • 10–12 Nov 2008
  • 24–26 Nov 2008
  • 15–17 Dec 2008
  • 12–14 Jan 2009
  • 2–4 Feb 2009
  • 16–18 Mar 2009
  • 23–25 Mar 2009
  • 6–8 Apr 2009
  • 6–8 May 2009
  • 22–24 Jun 2009

Leeds — £595 (+VAT)

  • 8–10 Sep 2008
  • 27–29 Oct 2008
  • 10–12 Nov 2008
  • 8–10 Dec 2008
  • 23–25 Feb 2009
  • 2–4 Mar 2009
  • 6–8 Jul 2009

Manchester — £595 (+VAT)

  • 21–23 Jul 2008
  • 1–3 Sep 2008
  • 22–24 Sep 2008
  • 20–22 Oct 2008
  • 1–3 Dec 2008
  • 26–28 Jan 2009
  • 22–24 Jun 2009

Birmingham — £595 (+VAT)

  • 15–17 Sep 2008
  • 3–5 Nov 2008
  • 12–14 Jan 2009
  • 16–18 Mar 2009
  • 11–13 May 2009
  • 13–15 Jul 2009

Reading — £595 (+VAT)

  • 7–9 Jul 2008
  • 6–8 Oct 2008
  • 15–17 Dec 2008
  • 9–11 Feb 2009
  • 20–22 Apr 2009
  • 15–17 Jun 2009

Bristol — £595 (+VAT)

  • 7–9 Jul 2008
  • 1–3 Sep 2008
  • 17–19 Nov 2008
  • 12–14 Jan 2009
  • 9–11 Mar 2009
  • 18–20 May 2009
  • 13–15 Jul 2009

Edinburgh — £595 (+VAT)

  • 18–20 Aug 2008
  • 20–22 Oct 2008
  • 2–4 Feb 2009
  • 15–17 Jun 2009

Glasgow — £595 (+VAT)

  • 25–27 Aug 2008
  • 17–19 Nov 2008
  • 16–18 Feb 2009
  • 18–20 May 2009

Milton Keynes — £595 (+VAT)

  • 18–20 Aug 2008
  • 27–29 Oct 2008
  • 15–17 Dec 2008
  • 9–11 Feb 2009
  • 27–29 Apr 2009
  • 22–24 Jun 2009

Leicester — £595 (+VAT)

  • 28–30 Jul 2008
  • 22–24 Sep 2008
  • 10–12 Nov 2008

Sunderland — £595 (+VAT)

  • 4–6 Aug 2008
  • 20–22 Oct 2008
  • 1–3 Dec 2008

Newcastle — £595 (+VAT)

  • 4–6 Aug 2008

Exeter — £595 (+VAT)

  • 29 Sep–1 Oct 2008
  • 5–7 Jan 2009
  • 18–20 May 2009

Swindon — £595 (+VAT)

  • 28–30 Jul 2008
  • 24–26 Nov 2008
  • 16–18 Mar 2009
  • 6–8 Jul 2009

Aberdeen — £595 (+VAT)

  • 7–9 Jul 2008
  • 13–15 Oct 2008
  • 12–14 Jan 2009
  • 9–11 Mar 2009
  • 1–3 Jun 2009

Wokingham — £595 (+VAT)

  • 29 Sep–1 Oct 2008
  • 22–24 Dec 2008
  • 9–11 Feb 2009

Coventry — £595 (+VAT)

  • 4–6 Aug 2008
  • 6–8 Oct 2008
  • 5–7 Jan 2009

Outline Course Contents

Introduction to the Desktop Support Technical Role and Environment

This module introduces the role of the Desktop Support Technician (DST) and the role of the DST within the Microsoft Operations Framework (MOF).

  • Examining the Desktop Support Technician Role
  • The Windows Desktop Support Environment
  • Interacting with Users

Exploring and Configuring the Windows XP User Interface

This module explains the major features and functions of the Windows XP user interface.

  • Exploring and Configuring the Windows XP Desktop Environment
  • Examining Control Panel Organizational Views

Resolving Desktop Management Issues

After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve desktop management issues.

  • Desktop Management Concepts
  • Troubleshooting User Logon Issues
  • Troubleshooting User Configuration Issues
  • Troubleshooting Security Issues
  • Troubleshooting System Performance

Resolving Network Connectivity Issues

After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve network connectivity issues.

  • Managing Computer Addressing Issues
  • Troubleshooting Name Resolution Issues
  • Troubleshooting Remote Network Connectivity Issues

Resolving Hardware Issues

After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve hardware issues.

  • Managing Drivers
  • Troubleshooting Drivers by Using Safe Mode
  • Troubleshooting Storage Devices
  • Troubleshooting Display Devices
  • Troubleshooting I/O Devices
  • Troubleshooting ACPI

Resolving File and Folder Issues

After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve file and folder issues.

  • Managing Files and Folders
  • Troubleshooting Access to Files and Folders
  • Troubleshooting Access to Shared Files and Folders
  • Troubleshooting Access to Offline Files

Resolving Printer Issues

After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve printer issues.

  • Installing Local and Network Printers
  • Troubleshooting Printer Drivers
  • Troubleshooting Printers and Print Jobs

Resolving Installation Issues

After completing this module, students will be able to identify and resolve installation issues.

  • Pre-Installation Tasks
  • Troubleshooting an Attended Installation
  • Troubleshooting an Upgrade
  • Troubleshooting an Unattended Installation
  • Troubleshooting the Boot Process

Windows XP training UK enquiries

UK Training enquiries and feedback form.

Windows XP training UK prices

For publicly scheduled training (individual places), see our UK training schedule.

In-house training for company groups is charged at a daily rate per group — see our In-House UK Training Guidelines.

Publicly Scheduled Training Locations

We currently run public training courses in the following locations:

  • London, UK
  • Leeds, West Yorkshire, UK
  • Birmingham, West Midlands, UK
  • Carshalton, Surrey, UK
  • Chester, North West, UK
  • Coventry, West Midlands, UK
  • Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
  • Glasgow, Scotland, UK
  • Harwell, Oxfordshire, UK
  • Manchester, North West, UK
  • Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, UK
  • Newark, Nottinghamshire, UK
  • Reading, Berkshire, UK
  • Slough, Berkshire, UK
  • Stevenage, Hertfordshire, UK
  • Wakefield, West Yorkshire, UK
  • Wokingham, Berkshire, UK

Most UK public training courses are available on a monthly basis.

Please see the individual course outlines or our public training schedule for details.

In-house (on-site) training locations

We deliver in-house courses at client premises and/or training facilities in any part of the world which is practically and commercially accessible.

Our In-house training guidelines outline our basic requirements and our UK pricing structure. To estimate costs for training in other countries, simply convert to your local currency and then make a rough calculation of our tutor's costs for travelling to and staying at your location.


West Yorkshire Office

GBdirect Ltd
Training Division
Bradford Design Exchange
34 Peckover Street
BRADFORD
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West Yorkshire
United Kingdom

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Training: 0800 651 0338
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Please call between 0900 and 1700 (UK time) on Monday to Friday


South East Regional Office

GBdirect Ltd
Training Division
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ELY
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United Kingdom

training@gbdirect.co.uk

Training: 0800 651 0338
General: +44 (0)870 200 7273
Finance: +44 (0)1353 615 174

Please call between 0900 and 1700 (UK time) on Monday to Friday


Please note:
Non-training enquiries should be directed, initially, to our UK national office in Bradford (West Yorkshire), even if the enquiry concerns services delivered in London or South/East England. Clients in London and the South East will typically be handled by staff working in the London or Cambridge areas.