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Passed Exam 07-562 - ASP.NET Application Development
Wow, this was a tough one, but managed to squeak out a 750 for the pass. I think what made this exam more difficult for me is there was no Self-Paced Training Kit available, so I had to relay on books and third party test questions along with my own experience. The books I used were: Programming Microsoft ASP.NET 3.5 by…
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Ping from a Specific NIC
Hey everyone, I was wondering if there is a command to allow a ping from a specific interface? If a PC has 2 NICs and you want to have a ping come from a specific one, how would you do this from the command prompt (using XP). I came across the command ping x.x.x.x -s [number of interface] This does not seem to work…
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IPSec Enforcement Network Policy vs 802.1x Enforcement Network Policy
I've read various online articles but sometimes one of you guys explaining this makes it a lot easier to understand. In which scenarios would use IPSec Enforcement? In which scenarios would you use 802.1x enforcement When would you look to use both? From my understanding IPSec is encryption between client and server (and…
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Iphones and Domain Controller
Well, I'm working on a project configuring iphones into a Domain environment. If anyone has any experience with the setup or where I could get some useful tips, i would really appreciate it. Win Server 2003 Small business server 2003 running exchange 2003
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Quick question
Quick question for you all: I just started my studies in ernest using Microsoft's Windows Server 2003 Environment Training Kit as my study book. Now, in the book there are examples and the examples are always talking about using two Servers and a workstation or two. Is it necessary to have two servers running 2003?…
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Need Help adding My Sec+ to MCP Site
Can someone point me in the right direction on how to add my sec+ to my MCSA?
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643-MSPRESS Lab Manual
Has anybody used this? Is this worth it? I get sidetracked, and delve deeper than what I'm supposed to if I don't have structure. Any feedback would be great.
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Questions about the 70-270 Notes
Hello all, Just curious as to how complete and up to date the note on the XP exam are.... If anyone had success with the exam in late 09 or early 10, how vital were these notes? Feed back from previous years is fantastic...hope they are still relavent notes! thanks!!
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New to Site & Question
Just took and passed my Security+ exam on Friday. Now starting with 70-270. I already have a question. Are we expected to know a lot of command lines and switches for the exam? For example, there are a ton of them for installation. Or are there select ones tested like: /checkupgradeonly Thanks in advance!
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what's slow link detection for?
what's slow link detection for? if I set slow link to T1, how is it useful to us? thanks
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what the diff btw seize and transfer fsmo??
what the diff btw seize and transfer fsmo?? thanks
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passed 70-620
hi everyone, just wanted to thank everyone for their helpful feedback throughout this forum. I registered for this test on wednesday, read through the Tech Notes thread, did all 302 test questions provided with the MCITP Self-Paced Training Kit last night and thankfully passed with 925/1000. I will most likely be taking…
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70-680 passed today
I came to this exam having a bunch of credentials that should have allowed me to make short work of this exam. That assumption was Bull **** . I found this exam more difficult than all previous MCITP series exams. I wonder if that questionaire at the beginning is bogus and really did set me up for what was coming. 65…
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Windows 7 Imaging - Who Knows?
If I was to install and activate W7 and then create an image out of that installation using the built in backup utility, could this image then be restored on a different computer without having to re-activate and reinstall the product key?
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passed 621!
Finally passed after second attempt! 70-622 section was challenging and didn't perform so well, but I passed! b
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practice ? 37 in 70-270
This question is wrong I have set up a mirror raid 1 on scsi disk in xp pro. If this question is wrong how can I trust the others?
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WDS - Images to a non PXE Compliant PC
What is the procedure for deploying an image via WDS for a non PXE compliant PC?
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DNS Zones
Hi, could someone please explain DNS zones for me? I googled it, read it in my study guide and everything else, but the defenitions are long and very confusing. This is my last test for my MCSA and I am getting stuck early. Thanks!!!
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my network places question
On my virtual network all client computers and the DC are showing up under my network places. Now in a real world sitruation, Im thinking this is not ideal. Im thinking the best approach would be to have just the file server appearing in My network places? I cant see the point at thaving the DC plus client computers listed…
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70-649 passed today
Well I haven't seen a post on this exam for awhile so I was a little aprehensive. However all went well. 48 Questions, 3 testlets individually timed, 640 - 9 questions and as I recall 15 min, 643 and 642 - 19 &20 questions about 30 min each. I was freaked when I saw that I had 15 min for a testlet but it wasn't that bad.…
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Passed 290
So i passed 290 yesterday with 900+ score... So next 291 :) how hard is the 291 compared with the 290 test?
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Passed 70 - 270. What next??
I have recently passed the 70-270 exam and I am now wondering what exams I should be prepping for now. Any ideas as I have looked on Microsoft.com/learning but it is all a bit confusing as all is new to me at the present time.
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Sizing DC partitions for 2008 R2
I'm going to be upgrading our domain to 2008 R2. We put our NTDS and Sysvol on different partitions. I'm looking for guideance on how to size these partitions for W2K8 R2. I read that with the new features like the recycle bin in AD you want to allow for additional room. I don't want to get caught short. We have a single…
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Biggest Areas (priority)
Hi Guys, I took my 270/290 a few months back, but have been spending a lot of time on cisco certification since. I now need to get on with my MCSA again, and the next in line is the 70-291. I decided to set myself a bit of pressure (only way I ever get anything done) and yesterday I booked the exam for the 2nd Feb. Can I…
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should or shouldn't I create a computer account first in domain then join it?
should or shouldn't I create a computer account first in domain then join it? the book said you should create a computer account by hand first the video said you should create a computer account but just join it thanks
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Taking First Exam
As the title says, I'm about ready for that first one (70-642). What do I do? LOL I have no idea where you take the test, how much lead time there is etc. Please help. Thanks, roots
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Other "free" tests
I'm doing the MeasureUp test from MSPress for 70-642 (Windows Infrastructure). Seems like all the questions either repeat or are ones from the book. Any other free tests I can get for exam prep? Thanks in advance. Signed, Nervous about first-ever cert test :) P.S. Finished book last week; 57% on full test. Reviewing weak…
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Export-Mailbox
All, I am using export-mailbox to move some data and it is working fine until I get this error: StatusMessage : Error occurred in the step: Moving messages. Failed to copy messages to the destination mailbox store with error: MAPI or an unspecified service provider. ID no: 00000000-0000-00000000 This is the command I am…
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MCSE to MCTS x3
Well, I finished up my MCSE this week and get to move on to the 2008 track. First up, 70-649 which should award me these three: MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration and MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration and MCTS: Windows Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration…
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70-646 on 1-18-2010
I have read the MS Press Training Kit. I get 75 on the measureup exam that comes with the book. I think that I should do fine. I only setup a VM to do the practice. Any other suggestions as to free matterial look over before the exam?
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MS Second shot is back!
MS Second shot is back! :) http://www.prometric.com/microsoft/ss_mcp.htm
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MCDST Cert prep question
I've been using trancender and T-E-S-T K-I-N-G to study, has anyone used these materials and taken the test? If so how good do you think they prepared you? Also if anyone else has any tips for the MCDST cert prep would be greatly appreciated!
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Windows XP Built In Security Groups, needing more info...
So I'm still chugging away on 70-270 and in the Exam Cram book, there is a brief mention of the Built-In Security Groups. Talks about the following: -Everyone -Authenticated Users -Creater Owner -Create Group -Network -Interactive -Anonymous Logon -Dialup -Remote Interactive Logon -Terminal Server User Basically talks…
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General question
Hey Guys, Im here writing you guys with a question about DHCP and DNS. Well more of a question about how my setup at the moment is working, okay so here goes: I have set up a reservation for my first client PC which is called WinXP01 (this is all on VPC btw) and i have made the reservation for 192.168.0.10 I have also put…
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Study Habits
Hello, This might sound stupid, but can some of you guys give me an idea of the way you study and what you are using to study. I am currently working on 83-640 Currently I am using Trainsignals videos, I run Virtual server 2005 with serveral servers and clients set up and then I use Test out along with Transcenders online…
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70-642 dynamic updating of ptr records and host records
I'm studying for the 70-642 exam. I'm confused about what the rules are for updating dynamically. Below is what I believe the book states. In red are my questions regarding the topic. Thank you for your time. For host records to be updated they must have the following 1. the register this conections address in DNS needs to…
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Kerberos - TGT
Hi, Can anybody out there provide links or explanations on the Kerberos topic, particularly on the subject of Ticket Granting Tickets. I have been watching the CBT NUgget Video and read a chapter on this, but it just seems to read "blah, blah, blah, blah, blah" :) I just cant seem to focus at all on this topic with the…
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70-648
I am currently studying for the above exam from the microsoft self pased training kit which incorporates 649 aswell and i was just wandering if any of the other modules cover the extra bits after chapter 10 or if i should come back to this afterwards. completing the course Cheers Sam
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Study Habits
Hello, This might sound stupid, but can some of you guys give me an idea of the way you study and what you are using to study. Currently I am using Trainsignals videos, I run Virtual server 2005 with serveral servers and clients set up and then I use Test out. So I guess I am looking for actual ways other people are…
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Forward email from a domain to a distribution group?
I have a client that would like email from a specific domain forwarded to a distribution group. Is anyone familiar with how to do this in Exchange '03? Thanks in advance.
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Scared
I'm studying for the 294 exam with transender. I'm scared. I took the 270, 290 exam and it didnt scare me. but this crap scares me. Please tell me the actual exam isnt this hard.
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Becoming "certified" as an MCDST
Hi all, Somewhat a newbie question, so I apologize. :) How does one become "certified" as an MCDST? I was looking at the Microsoft website, and after checking under the "certifications" tab, I see that I have to take & pass two tests, the 70-271 & 70-272. So, after passing those two tests, would I be considered…
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70-640 - Is there R2 related questions?
Hello I read to prepare for 70-640 (83-640) and use MSPress book. It does not cover changes from R2. I'm interested if the exam has questions related to R2 version of Windows Server 2008 Thanx in advance
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I have a dc and create a user but can't login
I have a dc and create a user but can't login do you have to set the Profile Path?? it said t 'Local policy does not permit you to log on interactively' thank you
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Finished 70-642 book
I just finished page 590 of 70-642 (my first MCITP book)! I skipped 640 cuz it was HUGE and I didn't want to take my first test on it. Got through 642 in about a month and that was with all the holidays. Worked through each chapter and put notes into a MS Word document as I read. Did all labs and case studies etc. Trying…
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Virtual box configuration question.
Guys and girls, When using virtual box, should one run server2003 as the OS on the actual physical machine, then set up clients inside virtual box? OR Shoud server 2003, set up as a DC(with DNS and DHCP) exist inside VB and then connect to clients also installed in VB?? I am set up as in the first option, and its giving me…
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used microsoft official materal and now worried
I have already completed my comptia A+ and have used XP since it was launched so I wasnt too worried about taking an xp exam. Iv been given the official microsoft course material online to work from (apparently i have to use it :P) and sure enough I got through it all in about a day and a half - no worries. Then I started…
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70-649 - Any Sims?
Are there any sims in 70-649?
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GIVEAWAY: New 70-647 Sybex Study Guide
Brand new and free to the first person who sends me a private message and says "I WANT IT!" You'll need to Paypal me $5 for postage (USA only), I'll PM you the address. MCITP: Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Administrator Study Guide: (Exam 70-647)
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Exchange Mail Flow
Hello. I have a question. We have one Exchange 2003 server and two Exchange 2007 servers. Most all of our mailboxes are on 2007 but we do still have one shared mailbox, unity mailbox and a journling mailbox on 2003. Public Folders have been set to replicate to 2007. I have set up a send connector on 2007 with a cost of 1.…
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Rebuild OWA Virtual Directories for SBS2008
I've corrupted my OWA 2007 Virtual Directories after the latest roll up. I need to restore these, working on a Win SBS2008 Server. Can't uninstall IIS as it runsa a lot of other tools that are fine. Only issue is with OWA so could do with some help please guys. RWW works to connect me to the company web etc just not…
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70-291 Creating DNS
I've been reading the MS Press book for a month or so, and have decided I need to go through the practical excercises. I'm on chapter 4 - Installing a DNS server My dummy setup is a single PC (not connected to any networks), which has 2 VMs installed on it (named computer1 and computer2 as per the instructions). computer2…
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Study material: Another thread, great...
Went through all the active threads and I'm more... unsure about which study material I want to delve into. Givens I have 3 weeks (21days) to prepare for this test. I have set aside 6 hours a day for the next 3 weeks to study. I have intermediate technical experience with Xp sp2/3. Dont tell me its impossible, flame the…
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70-270 passed
What a great community here. I greatly appreciated the previous threads and the info gleaned from them (advice, study materials, misc questions). MS-Press, CBT'S,Exam Cram and Cengage helped me out (Cengage-my course books from school). Thank you and good luck.
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682 failed!!!!
Ok, reason I faied - time management. I had to run through last 10 questions reading only the actual question (could not believe it), I had to leave one of the sime, because of lack of time. The question now is - what to do, ?I'm planning to take it again next Fri, but do not know where to start. Any ideas,…
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Second Shot
Is second shot back?
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Second shot
Hello Everyone, Do we all realize, that Microsoft has brought back the (one that we all missed) SECOND SHOT!!!!!! I've just book an exam using the SECOND SHOT VOUCHER. This is awesome. I thought I would let everyone know Mikesz
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Problem - wallpaper in GPO of Windows 2003 in Windows 7
Hi Guys. We are now testing Windows 7 for our corporate deployment. Our domain is still in Windows 2003 and I am using a GPO for our corporate wallpaper. The problem is that, when it is applying the GPO, the desktop turns black and I need to select the Windows 7 Aero Themes to Windows 7 for the GPO wallpaper that I set to…
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can I use 70-680 as upgrade path and mcse requirement?
Hi. Can anyone confirm it , please 70-290 70-291 70-293 70-294 70-680 * can I use this as upgrade path to MCITP:EA and MCSE requirement? 70-298 security+ Thanks
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new to sql
i would like to learn a little bit about sql, get my feet wet and see how i like it. any helpful advice would be appreciated. thanks
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Do we still have MCSE Security now?
Do we still have MCSE Security now? I can't see any info in http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/certification/mcse.aspx#tab4 thanks
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Windows Server 2003 Disc?
Does anyone know of a way to get a trial copy of Windows Server 2003? Or some other copy? I'm beginning to study for the MCSE and I would like to get some hands on experience. I hope I'm not asking for something illegal, please exuse me for my ignorance. Thank you!
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Passed 70-270 Today
I took the 70-270 test today and passed with an 840. Before I make any other comments let me first say that I had already passed 70-290, 291, 293 and 294, which made this test MUCH easier. And I have been working with XP Pro for the last 5 years or so as well. Overall I thought this was by far the easiest Microsoft test I…
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new memeber looking for VMware advice
Hi all! Just working up to the 70-290, my first exam. I have Vmware installed and a full copy of Server 2003 on the way. Just wondering if there is any way one can get S2003 in this lab enviroment to throw up random problems for me to solve. Maybe permission conflicts etc etc... Or , is the best we can do is to make sure…
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2003 exam retirement?
How do all Does anyone know when ms are retiring the 2003 mcsa exams? In particular the 70-291 as i cannot see any info on heir site. Thanks.
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70-648 Transcender Test
I recently bought the download test 70-648 and am having issues printing questions - it prints one page out of synch - any ideas? It is printing out the previous question much of the time, when I select a single question to print out. I am using windows XP Home - SP3 I've e-mailed Transcender but wonder if any of you have…
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MCDST to MCSA to MCITP:EA?
I am a MCDST, am I right in thinking that if I take the 70-621 I will get the MCTS and MCITP........then taking the 70-290 and 70-291 will get me my MCSA.....finally doing the 70-640, 70-642, 70-643 and 70-647 will get me the MCITP Enterprise Administrator?
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Microsoft said it retiring MCSE this year...
Microsoft said it retiring MCSE this year... oh.....crap... I guess I'm force to take MCITP:EA then....
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should I do MCITP:SA or MCSE?
should I do MCITP:SA or MCSE? THANKS
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I cannot add computers to my domain
I am getting an error when trying to add a client to my domain. I set up a domain controller and when I try to add a client PC to it I am getting an error "A domain controller could not be contacted...." I am running windows 7 64 as the host. and using MS virtual server. I got 2 server installed and 1 client. Just can get…
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640 for no reason...
Alright, I have not done a cert in a while. So I scheduled the 640 exam for Saturday and read the entire Microsoft press book and watched CBT nuggets video and ran a few labs and had a few beers. I feel a little uneasy about RMS but I plan to put a couple more lab hours into that in the next couple of days. I know ther was…
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what's the diff of spanned and simple volume?
what's the diff of spanned and simple volume? thanks
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Creating a lab but can't join domain
I am currently reading MS press 70-290 while getting some hands on experience. My setupDesktop Server Win 2k3 contoso.com is the domain TCP/IP properties IP add: 192.168.1.8 Subnet: 255.255.255.0 Default gate: 192.168.1.1 DNS: 127.0.0.1 Laptop Windows 7 TCP/IP properties IP add: 192.168.1.9 Subnet: 255.255.255.0 Default…
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MCSA to MCITP:SA
Hi all, I'm a little confused at the moment about upgrading my MCSA to MCITP:SA. I'm thinking of doing this and then also upgrading that to a EA. The MCP cert planner is as ever as useful as a chocolate teapot but the sticky on this board suggests you need to take the 70-648 upgrade exam and the 646 exam, but this looks…
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70-270 Mission Accomplished
I took the exam this morning and managed to pass it. I must say, this is one of the most challenging and lengthy exams for me also. My score was a 780. The resources that I used were Transcender, TrainSignal, and 70-270 & 70-290: MCSA/MCSE Guide to Installing and Managing Microsoft Windows XP.
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When to use Windows Easy Transfer?
Hi all, been missing from here from a while! Was reading the 70-680 book and wanted to ask, when do I use the Windows Easy Transfer method? My understanding upgrading from Vista to 7 retains all settings. So is the WET method used from going from XP to 7? Thanks all and have a nice weekend!
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Passed but humbled
Well I finally took my exam and I passed it -- 780 I went in so "rooster"-sure I was going to score in the high 900s -- the exam thought otherwise. Here is what I used: CBT Nuggets -- I can't say enough about the DVD; if you use the DVD with your readings understanding is much easier. Transcender -- buy it use it. The…
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70-680 Passed
Made it through with a 800 mark! I was a bit anxious about going into this one this morning as I failed my first MS exam on XP 70-270 a couple of years back. Comparing the 680 to the 270 I was pleased to get a majority of single sentence questions :) . I think they've made the exams easier or maybe I'm actually learning…
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issue with roaming profils
Hello Sirs I’m working as a junior IT administrator my servers are with 2003 R2 and the client machine are on windows 2000. Each day I’m facing an issue with profile , the errors are here : 1-[FONT="] [/FONT][FONT="]Windows cannot find the local profile and is logging you on with a temporary…
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70-646 Question
Hi all, In late December, I wrote, and failed the the 70-646 exam. I read the MS Press book, watched all the Train Signal videos, and even got in the high 80's, low 90's on the MeasureUp practice test. I found that the exam itself was completely different than the MeasureUp tests, just in terms of the content and…
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MCDST Compared to A+
I am scheduled to take my 70-271 exam in a month. I took my Comptia A+ a few months ago and did really good on that. I was just wondering about the level of difficulty of the 70-271/2 compared to the A+
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Server 2003? SBS 2003?
Hi all, I got myself a copy of server 2003, but the option to install the actual OS is greyed out on the install splash screen. The other optional extra components can be installed ok. I cant find a way around it, if Im missing something obvious, be great if you could let me know. As a alternative I have a copy of SBS…
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70-662 Passed
I took it this afternoon and passed with an 861. I used the Exchange 2010 Administrator's Pocket Consultant, Exchange 2010 Unleashed (Kindle edition) and my notes here to fill in some gaps. The pocket consultant was the best book for this exam, as the book and the test are both more focused on 'how' you do things and not…
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VirtualBox or VMware?
Hey all...just passed my 270 yesterday and I have already ordered my MS Press Book for 290. I want to get as much hands on experience as possible with Server 2003 so should I download VirtualBox or VMware Server 2003 for my test pc? PC is kinda old P3, smaller HDD (40g), 768 of ram or so, and no other apps on it....just XP…
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lost some good man, came out bleeding, but the beast is down
with these mcp exams i usually use 50% of the time, with this one i actually used 75% of the total time, this was the hardest by far. score 820 now i need some advice, i have my 293 booked in 4 weeks time, do you think with daily revision i would be able to pass it? i looked through the content and it seems like it is…
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WSUS on 291???
hi, i have been cramming for the last 3 weeks, my exam is on Tuesday, whats this WSUS stuff i hear about, i thought that was covered in 290?! i passed 290 back in October so i cant remember half of the stuff. do i have to cover this?
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Inherited permisions questions.
If you disable inherited permissions for a group, and use the "copy" option when deselecting the inheritance option, does that mean that the original inherited permissions will propagte down to all files and folders below the folder you explicitly applied permissions to? In other words, does the "copy" option allow…
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TCP/IP question on 70-290 Exam?
I read a post here where someone mentioned not being prepared for the TCP/IP questions on the exam. I'm taking classes at New Horizion to study for the MCSE and for this first exam, I've gone through the 2274 and 2275 Microsoft courses. These are "Microsoft Official Course" books. I don't recall either of these books…
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MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician 7
Over on Born to Learn they announced a new ITP certification for Windows 7 - MCITP: Enterprise Desktop Support Technician 7. The requirements include a couple of Windows 7 exams (680 and 685) as well as one of two exams from the Help Desk Institute. The full requirements can be found here.
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Exchange Experience Help
What is the best way to gain experience with Exchange Server Administration if you don't work in an environment that uses it? I notice most higher paying job postings want Exchange experience and I have absolutely none. Is it feasible to set up a home testing environment? If not, what are some other recommended options?
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Need advice
I need your advice on which material to use to master 70-290. I've the whol kit TEST out and Training kit 70-290. Thanks for your reply
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For windows web hosting what certs should I get?
Howdy All! I am a Linux expert by trade, and want to move to what we call the "darkside" (Microsoft). Not totally move there, but I want to be well rounded. Here is what I want to specialize in: IIS MS Server2008 mssql Active Directory Email Server Windows Security So far I have seen Windows Server 2003, and I am familiar…
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Virtual labs
Hi I'm not sure if this question has been asked before but would anybody know where I can get access to some Virtual labs. I have looked around the net and MOC labs seems to be mentioned quite alot... Thanks for your time Oh I'm currently studying 70-642.
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The Beast is Down!
Hello all. I check the boards pretty much on a daily basis, so I figured it's time for my first post. I'm pleased that it's an announcement about passing the so-called beast, and earning the MCSA! I could give you a run down on what I saw, but it would be the same as everyone else: DHCP, DNS, RRAS, Security, Monitoring,…
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New User Hello
Just registered....seems like a nice forum :) A little history... Joined the working world out of High School many moons ago. Got fed up with the minimum wage jobs and decided to go to college (I got my first computer in 1980). Got 2 degrees in Computer Programming; worked as a Systems Analyst/Programmer for 15 years till…
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MCSE/A Official Retire Date
When is the MCSE/A officially retiring? I wanted to complete the MCSE track but I do not want to get caught up in the whirlwind where the exams aren't being offered anymore. Thanks in advance.
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Passed 83-640
I mus say that was the easiest test i have ever taken. Although i was only thrown off by one question on the VM i passed with a 916. Is the maximum 1000?
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winpe image - mspress book
when i try to boot from the winpe_x86 image i created, i keep getting an error, anyone have any thoughts on common screwups, or what i may be missing, lol. thanks
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new to MS exams
So I am a nub to MS exams. After I pass my CCNA I want to go for a MS cert I was thinking the 70-640. I am some what familar with server 03 and figured this would be a good place to start? also I know this may be a even bigger nub question but does passing that exam make me MCITP Certified ?
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Frustrated with 70-680
A little background about myself. I've been working in IT for about 5 - 6 years. I would consider myself a jack of all trades. My title is a Sys Admin, although I do fill a desktop support and network administration role. I've just recently decided to head down the certification path to expand my knowledge. I just cracked…