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3. How should you prepare the reference computer?

You should first install Windows XP Professional on the reference computer, and then apply all

available software updates. You should then configure Windows as it should be configured on

all the computers. You should also install any other applications that all of the computers will

need. After you have done this, you should run the System Preparation Tool on the reference

computer to prepare it for disk imaging.

4 Modifying and

Troubleshooting the Startup

Process

Exam Objectives in this Chapter:

Restore and back up the operating system, System State data, and user data.

Troubleshoot system restoration by starting in safe mode.

Recover System State data and user data by using the Recovery Console.

Why This Chapter Matters

Troubleshooting startup problems in Microsoft Windows XP Professional is an

important skill. To effectively troubleshoot startup problems, you must have a

clear understanding of how the startup process works. This chapter introduces

the Windows XP Professional startup process. It also teaches how the Windows

Registry works and how to use the startup and recovery tools that Windows XP

Professional provides.

Lessons in this Chapter:

Lesson 1: Explaining the Startup Process . . . .4-2

Lesson 2: Editing the Registry. . . 4-15

Lesson 3: Troubleshooting Problems Using Startup and Recovery Tools . . . 4-25

Before You Begin

To complete this chapter, you must have a computer that meets the minimum hard-

ware requirements listed in the preface, “About This Book.” You must also have Win-

dows XP Professional installed on your computer.