Intermediate level · Module 1: Disk Management and OS Installation · Lesson 3 of 3
Post-Installation Set-Up
Finish an installation so it is ready for the user.
In this lesson you will
- Follow a post-install checklist
- Restore user data and settings
Key concepts
driversupdatesstandard softwareuser data restore
The lesson
After installation: install all updates and drivers, check Device Manager, enable protection and encryption, and install standard software.
Create accounts (standard user plus admin), restore user data from backup and check it with the user.
Record the work on a checklist so every installation is consistent.
Step by step
- Install updates and drivers.
- Install standard software.
- Create accounts and restore data.
- Complete the checklist.
Practice activity
Complete the post-install checklist on the lab computer.
Expected result: A computer ready for handover with checklist completed.
Check your understanding
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How do you confirm no driver problems remain?
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Check Device Manager for warnings.
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Why use a checklist?
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For consistent installations.
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