Lab Exercises - Quiz #1 (Third Trinal)

1.

Q: What is the reason for technicians to wear special wrist grounding straps?

A: A wrist grounding strap is used to prevent electrostatic discharge when handling computer components. Just like a shock when walking on carpet can carry several thousand volts, it destroys computer components. In more detail, it is a wire leading from a technician's body (a wrist band with metal contact to the skin) to earth ground, with a high (1 megohm) resistance in it. This slowly discharges any static electricity that is built up on the body, to avoid discharging it into an electronic component. An electrostatic discharge (ESD) mat with similar connection to ground is also used to keep the electronic components at earth ground potential.

http://wiki.answers.com/Q/What_is_a_wrist_grounding_strap

2.

Q: After installing a new computer component why is it important to obtain the most current driver for it?

A device driver is a program that controls a particular type of device that is attached to your computer. There are device drivers for printers, displays, CD-ROM readers, diskette drives, and so on. When you buy an operating system, many device drivers are built into the product. However, if you later buy a new type of device that the operating system didn't anticipate, you'll have to install the new device driver. A device driver essentially converts the more general input/output instructions of the operating system to messages that the device type can understand. You need to have a newer version of your device driver because a newer version of a device driver has new features on it.
http://searchenterprisedesktop.techtarget.com/sDefinition/0,,sid192_gci211938,00.html

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3.
Q: What are the steps required to install a peripheral device?

A: Adding a new peripheral device that is not-pluggable usually involves the following:

• Shutting down the system


• Connecting the device to the system


• Rebooting the system
  

Use How to Add a Peripheral Device to add the following devices that are not hot-pluggable to a system:

• CD-ROM


• Secondary disk drive


• Tape drive


• SBUS card
  

How to Add a Peripheral Device:

1. Become superuser.


2. (Optional) If you need to add a device driver to support the device, complete the procedure How to Add a Device Driver.


3. Create the /reconfigure file.
   # touch /reconfigure
   The /reconfigure file causes the Solaris software to check for the presence of any newly installed devices the next time you turn on or boot your system.


4. Shut down the system.
   # shutdown -i0 -g30 -y
   
   -i0
   Brings the system to the 0 init state, which is the appropriate state for turning the system power off for adding and removing devices.
   -g30
   Shuts the system down in 30 seconds. The default is 60 seconds.
   -y
   Continues the system shutdown without user intervention. Otherwise, you are prompted to continue the shutdown process.


5. Select one of the following to turn off power to the system after it is shut down:
   For SPARC platforms, it is safe to turn off power if the ok prompt is displayed.
   For x86 platforms, it is safe to turn off power if the type any key to continue prompt is displayed.


6. Turn off power to all peripheral devices.
   For the location of power switches on any peripheral devices, refer to the hardware installation guides that accompany your peripheral devices.


7. Install the peripheral device, making sure that the device you are adding has a different target number than the other devices on the system.
   Often, a small switch is located at the back of the disk for selecting the target number.
   Refer to the hardware installation guide that accompanies the peripheral device for information on installing and connecting the device.


8. Turn on the power to the system.
   The system boots to multiuser mode, and the login prompt is displayed.
   Verify that the peripheral device has been added by attempting to access the device.
   For information on accessing the device, see Accessing Devices.

http://docs.sun.com/app/docs/doc/817-5093/devconfig-6?a=view

4.
Q: If a newly installed peripheral device does not function properly what steps can be taken to correct the problem?

A: 1) Shut down the PC.2) Remove the newly installed card.3) Remove ALL audio drivers from the PC.4) Reboot the PC.5) Disable the audio in the bios.6) read instructions for the audio card and follow it usually its either A) install the card and then run in the setup for the drivers OR its B) run the setup for the drivers then install the card.

http://forums.techguy.org/hardware/496324-sound-card-newly-installed-not.html

5.
Q: Explain the technique used to help protect data on a hard drive when doing a clean install?

A: Make a list of: 1) all the programs you had installed, that you will want to install again.2) all the files you wish to keep (perhaps arrange them in a single folder)3) make a note of ALL harware deviced you had drivers for.Doing these 3 things will save you time and effort during and after the format/installation.If you have multiple hard drives you may wish to skip ahead, as you can transfer files from your windows drive to another. IF you do not then you require a partition.A parition seperates your drive so windows will treat it like 2 seperate drives, allowing you to destroy one, and leave the other completely intact!

http://www.dreamincode.net/forums/showtopic21138.htmm

6.
Q: Explain what a software patch is.

A: A patch is a software update (usually a download) issued by the author that fixes bugs, adds security, or adds new features. A patch is meant to update your current software version, but isn't a large enough change to warrant a rerelease of the entire program. If a patch is released it is important to install it, as it may improve security or fix a compromising bug that previously slipped through. Be sure you download the patch from a reliable source, such as the software's website.

http://php.about.com/od/programingglossary/g/patch.htm

1. Screen shots of the ff. OS:

1.1 XP:

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1) Shall we begin? (Image 1.1)

After configuring the system for booting from a CD, the Windows Setup screen appears.

At this point, Setup is loading the driver files it needs to continue with installation.

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2) Welcome to Setup: (Image 1.2)

The "Welcome to Setup" screen appears with the option of Continuing Setup, Repair
a previous installation, or Quitting.

Press ENTER to Continue Setup.

You may also choose R to Repair, or F3 to Quit and reboot the system.

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3) Windows XP Licensing Agreement: (Image 1.3)

The "Windows XP Licensing Agreement" screen, otherwise known as "EULA,"
displays the legal in's and out's of this particular software package.

You may press F8 to signify that you agree with the terms, hit ESC if you do not agree and PAGE UP or PAGE DOWN to scroll
through each screen. Note: If you do not agree to the terms, setup will quit and reboot the system.

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4) Hard drive partition information: (Image 1.4)

Hard drive partition information is now displayed. This varies with each systems hardware
configuration.

This example already has a partition defined. I will choose not to use this and create a new one by pressing D.
You may skip this and the next few steps if you do not have any partitions defined.

At this point, the options include pressing ENTER to Install on the selected partition, D to Delete the selected partition,
or F3 to Quit and reboot the system.

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5) Warning screen: (Image 1.5)

After pressing D to delete the selected partition, a warning screen appears explaining
the pitfalls of deleting it. This particular screen only appears when the partition selected to be deleted is formatted as
a bootable system partition. Other partitions will display the next screen.

I want this to happen, so I press ENTER to continue.

The options include pressing ENTER to continue, or ESC to Cancel.

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6) Confirmation screen: (Image 1.6)

A confirmation screen that displays the logical drive, what file system the partition is
currently using, the size in MB and controller information.

Options include L to Delete the partition and ESC to Cancel the action.

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7) No partitions have been previously defined: (Image 1.7)

If no partitions have been previously defined, this screen will be displayed. You may section
your hard drive in as many partitions as you wish by selecting C to Create a Partition and then entering in a value less then
the total available. Here, I will Create a Partition in the highlighted, unused portion.

Select the partition you wish to install to using the UP arrow and DOWN ARROW keys.

Press ENTER to use the highlighted partition and Install, C to Create a Partition, or F3 to Quit and reboot the system.

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8) Enter in the partition size: (Image 1.8)

Enter in the partition size in MB within the displayed minimum and maximum. I chose the default
or maximum available here.

You may choose ENTER to Create the new partition or ESC to Cancel the action.

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9) Continue to create partitions: (Image 1.9)

Continue to create partitions until all space is used or the configuration meets your requirements.
Note: a small portion will be unavailable to partition. This is normal. In this example, it is 2 MB.

I chose drive C: or Partition1 to install the Operating System.

You may choose ENTER to Install to the selected partition, D to Delete the highlighted Partition, or F3 to Quit and reboot
the system.

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10) Format the partition: (Image 1.10)

Since this OS supports NTFS, format the partition with it. If you do not, many folder and
file security features will be unavailable. Note: If you are dual booting your system, a previous OS will not be able to read
the local information. This is a fact with Windows 9x and Me. If you have a requirement to view this partition from another
OS installed on the system, do not format it as NTFS. Also, the boot partition must be formatted with FAT32 if you wish to
dual boot. I have found no problems accessing a NTFS partition mapped as a network drive from an older OS.

Select what format you wish to use by pressing the UP ARROW and DOWN ARROW keys.

Press ENTER to confirm your selection and Continue or ESC to Cancel.

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11) Setup formats the partition: (Image 1.11)

Watch the progress bar as Setup formats the partition, or get up and get a soda. It may take
awhile.

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12) Creating File List: (Image 1.12)

Setup is now figuring out what files to copy over to the hard drive.

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14) Creates various information files: (Image 1.14)

Setup then creates various information files required to continue on with setup.

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15) Press ENTER to Restart: (Image 1.15)

The first reboot and the end of the blue background has arrived. If you are impatient, press
ENTER to Restart before the 15 seconds expire.

ENTER to Restart the Computer is the only option available.

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16) Windows XP boot screen: (Image 2.1)

The new Windows XP boot screen is displayed.

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17) Windows XP Installation: (Image 2.2)

If you have installed Windows before, this type of screen will look familiar.

Sit back. It may be awhile.

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18) Faster and more reliable: (Image 2.3)

Every Windows OS that comes out has the same claim. Faster and better. It is subject to debate
whether or not it could get "any worse."

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19) Region and Input Languages: (Image 2.4)

A little while later, you will be prompted with options of configuring your Region and Input
Languages. The default was fine for me, so I selected Next.

Options include Customize button, Details Button, plus the standard Back and Next.

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20) Enter in your Name: (Image 2.5)

Enter in your Name and optional Organization information, then select the Next button.

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21) 25 digit Product Key: (Image 2.6)

Thought you could get away from it? Think again.

Enter your unique 25 digit Product Key that came with your CD, then select the Next button.

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22) Enter a Computer name and an Administrator Password: (Image 2.7)

The "suggested" name for the computer is always really whacked out. Choose one
that meets your needs.

Enter an Administrator Password now. It is VERY IMPORTANT that you keep this information safe and remember what it is! "01Pa$$word" is not a good choice. Think of something secure and never lose or forget it.

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23) Date, Time and Time Zone: (Image 2.8)

Configure the proper information for the Date, Time and Time Zone here.

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24) Network is installing: (Image 2.9)

Image 1.13: (4KB .gif) 13) Setup copies various files: (Image 1.13) After the partition is finished formatting, Setup copies various files to support booting from the hard drive and continue on.

2. FDISK

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1) Boot using a Floppy: (Image 1.1)

I use a Windows Me created boot floppy to run fdisk because:

• It contains the "latest" fdisk utility


• The boot floppy has built in CD ROM support

I always start with CD ROM support, so I picked option 2.

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2) Virus Warning: (Image 1.2)

If no partitions are detected, such as a new hard drive, the Windows Me boot disk is rather helpful in telling you this fact. At this point, do not be alarmed at the "virus warning" statement, as it is generic.

At the "command prompt," in this example, A:, type "fdisk" without the quotes.

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3) Large Disk Support: (Image 1.3)

Unless you have a need, ensure that you enable "Large Disk Support."

Why would you "not" want this? If you have any requirements for DOS, Win3.1, Win95, or WinNT to access the partitions, you may not be able to if the partitions are greater than 2.1 GB.

I selected "Y" for yes.

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4) Main Menu: (Image 1.4)

The main menu offers few, but powerful options.

If you have a new drive or one that has previous partitions already deleted, you may jump to that section, below, but it would be a good idea to look over this process, just in case you will need to perform it.

Here, I selected "3" to "Delete partition or Logical DOS Drive."

You may also select "4" to display current partition information.

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5) Extended Space: (Image 1.5)

If you have more than one partition already defined, you will need to delete the ones located in the "Extended" space.

Select "3" to do just that.

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6) Choose Partition to Delete: (Image 1.6)

Here, you may choose which, if any, partitions you need to delete. If you want to resize your "Primary" partition, you will need to delete all existing partitions, redefine the Primary partition, then recreate (described below) the Extended partition section.

I chose to delete the partition (drive) marked as "E:" here. Choose what is best for your setup.

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7) Are you sure? (Image 1.7)

A prompt will appear to ensure that you know what you are doing. You must type the "Volume" name of the partition, hit enter, then choose "Y" to continue with the delete.

Delete as many as you desire. After clearing out the Extended partition, you may delete the primary partition from the main menu and resize it as necessary.

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8) Create Primary Partition: (Image 1.8)

Here, we need to create the Primary partition by selecting "1" from the main fdisk menu.

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9) Create Primary DOS Partition: (Image 1.9)

If no partitions have been defined, select "1" to create Primary DOS Partition.

If you have already created a Primary Partition, skip the next few steps.

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10) Scan Hard Drive: (Image 1.10)

The hard disk will now be scanned searching for problems.

Take note: This process may take a some time, a very long time on "large" drives.

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11) All available space? (Image 1.11)

If you wish to create the Primary partition using all available space, select "Y" at the prompt. Otherwise, choose "N" to define something smaller.

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12) Scan Hard Drive: (Image 1.12)

Again, the drives integrity is scanned.

No one ever accused fdisk of being a "speedy" solution.

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13) Enter Size in MB: (Image 1.13)

Enter in the amount of space, in MegaBytes, that you wish to use for your Primary partition.

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14) Updated partition information: (Image 1.14)

After choosing an amount, the partition information is displayed. Here, I choose "1000 MB" for my Primary partition.

Hit "ESC" to continue with fdisk.

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15) Make active partition: (Image 1.15)

A warning will appear under the main menu explaining the importance of an "active" partition. Really, this is no longer required, but for compatibility's sake, I choose to make a partition active, anyway.

Select "2" to set the active partition.

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16) Choose active partition: (Image 1.16)

Setting the active partition is as easy as choosing the number next to "C:." In this example, it is "1."

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17) Create Extended DOS Partition: (Image 1.17)

You now can create the "extended partition" portion of the hard drive. It is subject to debate whether this step is required, but, once again, for compatibility purposes, I choose to do so.

Select "2" to Create the Extended DOS Partition.

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18) Choose space allocated: (Image 1.18)

Choose how much space the Extended partition is allowed to use.

Under usual circumstances, choose all. Your requirements may vary, but I have yet to find a reason "not" to choose all of the remaining space.

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19) Updated partition information: (Image 1.19)

The partition information will be displayed, including your previous "Primary" and now your "Extended" partition information.

Hit "ESC" to continue.

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20) Scan Hard Drive: (Image 1.20)

Once again, the drive will be verified.

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21) Enter Size in MB: (Image 1.21)

Choose the amount of each additional partition, up to the maximum size.

Here, I chose 2000 MB.

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22) Updated partition information: (Image 1.22)

The Partition information is displayed, as well as drive integrity confirmed.

At this point, you may continue defining partitions, or exit out and define them using the setup program of a "newer" OS, like Linux, Win2k, or XP. Again, Win9x/Me does not have the option of partition creation during setup.

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23) Additional Partitions: (Image 1.23)

Here, I defined 3 additional partitions, not including the Primary one, taking up all of the available space.

Hit "ESC" to continue.

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24) Reboot System: (Image 1.24)

You are prompted with a "restart" message.

This is a vital step. Ensure that you do restart the computer before continuing with the installation of any OS. I even power down the computer, but that is not necessary.

1.4 LINUX

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1) Red Hat Linux Boot screen: (Image 1.1)

After configuring the system for booting from a CD, the Red Hat Linux Boot screen appears.

At this point, press Enter for the graphical Setup.

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2) Welcome to Red Hat: (Image 1.2)

The "Welcome to Red Hat" screen appears with the option of Hiding the help pane (left side) or viewing the Release Notes.

Select Next when ready.

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3) Language Selection: (Image 1.3)

The Language Selection screen
displays all of the languages available to install Red Hat with.

I chose English here, then Next.

 

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4) Keyboard Configuration: (Image 1.4)

Keyboard Configuration is next.

Highlight the best match for your particular system. Usually, the default works best.

Select Next when complete.

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5) Mouse Configuration: (Image 1.5)

Mouse Configuration is next.

Again, highlight the best match for your particular system.

Select Next when finished.

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6) Installation type: (Image 1.6)

Selection of a standard installation type is now available.

The options include Personal Desktop, Workstation, Server, or Custom.

For this particular guide, I selected Personal Desktop and then Next.

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7) Partitioning your system: (Image 1.7)

You are now faced with the option of automatically partitioning your system with the default values or selecting a more expert approach of choosing exactly what values each partition will be.

I chose Automatic, then selected Next.

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8) Warning dialog box: (Image 1.8)

If this is a new hard drive or a hard drive that no partitions currently exist, a warning dialog box will appear.

Select Yes to continue.

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9) Automatic Partitioning: (Image 1.9)

Here are the options of deleting all Linux partitions, deleting all partitions, or keep the disk structure as it already is.

If this is a new drive, any options work just fine, but, if you already have partitions defined, as in a Multi-Boot environment, be careful as to which selection and drive volume you choose.

Also, check the Review and modify box at the bottom to retain control over what happens to the hard drive and view the recommended configuration.

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10) New hard drive structure: (Image 1.10)

If you checked the Review and modify box, the new hard drive structure is displayed.

This fits my purposes, so I chose Next to continue.

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11) Boot loader options: (Image 2.1)

Boot Loader options are displayed.

If this is the only OS to be installed, I recommend to install a boot loader, such as Grub (the default).

If this is part of a Multi-Boot System, I recommend to not install a boot loader and use a boot floppy, created later on in the install process, instead.

Important: If you chose to NOT install a boot loader and NOT make a boot floppy, your Red Hat installation will NOT work.

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12) Install a boot loader: (Image 2.2)

Please view my Multi-Boot Guide for more information about Boot Floppies.

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13) Network setup: (Image 2.3)

Network setup options are next.

Enter in the required information for your particular setup, here.

I chose the default, DHCP setup, then selected Next.

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14) Firewall setup: (Image 2.4)

Firewall setup is very important!

If this system will be connected directly to the internet, choose High to start out with.

If this system is already behind a hardware firewall or router, choose Medium as a good starting point.

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15) Language Selection: (Image 2.5)

Additional Language options are also available.

Since I understand no other language besides English, the default was fine.

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16) Time Zone Selection: (Image 2.6)

Configure your Time Zone with this display.

Being on the West Coast, Pacific Time was selected here.

Choose what is right for your location and then select Next to continue.

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17) Create a root or administrator password: (Image 2.7)

Another important part of the installation process is to create a root or administrator password and a "normal" user account for everyday tasks.

DO NOT leave your root password as blank or easily guessable.

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18) Add users: (Image 2.8)

After acceptance of your root password, select the Add button to create an additional account for everyday tasks. Do not worry. If at anytime you need to use the root account to change system settings, you can. You will be prompted for the password even if you are logged in as a regular user.

After creating a new account and selecting a "good" password, select the OK button.

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19) Add as many users as you wish: (Image 2.9)

Your display could look something like this.

Add as many users as you wish, then select Next to continue.

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20) Default package configuration: (Image 2.10)

Here, you have the option of accepting the default package configuration, or selecting exactly what applications and services you desire.

If you wish, you can skip this step and select Next as the default option and your system will be configured accordingly.

However, if you desire to add or subtract particular applications, choose the Customize packages to be installed button and select Next.

 

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21) Selecting exactly what packages: (Image 2.11)

Here you will have the option of selecting exactly what packages and applications you wish to install.

Detailed descriptions about each are also available, after selecting the check box on the left of the category, by selecting the details button.

Upon completing your options, select Next to continue.

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22) Installation will now start: (Image 3.1)

Installation will now start after selecting the Next button.

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23) Formatting of the hard drive: (Image 3.2)

Formatting of the hard drive or partitions will begin.

Depending on the size of the hard drive, this may take much time.

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24) Transfer of the install image: (Image 3.3)

Transfer of the install image to the hard drive now takes place.

Again, if you selected many packages, this could take some time.

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25) Installation of all selected packages: (Image 3.4)

Installation of all selected packages and applications are now underway.

Depending on what was selected and system configuration, this could take 15 minutes to over an hour.

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26) Insert the next CD soon: (Image 3.5)

Do not go far, though, as you may be required to insert the next CD soon.

 

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27) Boot floppy creation: (Image 3.6)

If this is the only OS to be installed, I recommend to install a boot loader previously, such as Grub (the default). This does NOT mean that you should forget about creating a boot floppy, also.

If this is part of a Multi-Boot System, I recommend a boot floppy, created here, and not to use a boot loader.

Important: If you chose to NOT install a boot loader and NOT make a boot floppy, your Red Hat installation will NOT work.

Please view my Multi-Boot Guide for more information about boot floppies.

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28) Graphics card setup: (Image 3.7)

Select your graphics card setup and memory configuration here.

Chose Next after highlighting your selection.

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29) Monitor Setup: (Image 3.8)

Enter the proper values or highlight the model of your display here.

After selecting the configuration for your system, chose Next.

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30) Desktop resolution: (Image 3.9)

Choose your desktop resolution and bit-depth.

Capabilities beyond your card should not be displayed.

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31) Install complete: (Image 3.10)

Installation is completed and the system will reboot after selecting Next.

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32) Grub boot loader: (Image 4.1)

Upon reboot, the Grub (if selected previously in the install process) is displayed with the option of booting your Linux installation.

If you opted for a boot floppy, ensure that your system is configured to boot from "A:" first, then your hard drive, otherwise, your system may skip to your previous OS by default.

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33) Boot Red Hat: (Image 4.2)

Keep in mind, while the OS is loading, Linux is famous for allowing the USER to choose exactly what, how and why everything happens.

This is not Windows.

You will see all kinds of information about the internal workings of your system.

Do not be alarmed. You will come to enjoy that information in due time. :)

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34) Logon: (Image 4.3)

If you opted for a graphical install screen, the user name prompt is displayed.

Log in as one of the users you created previously (not root) and enter in your password (not blank).

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35) Gnome Desktop: (Image 4.4)

The Red Hat 8.0 default desktop is now displayed. If you selected KDE and not Gnome, your view will be slightly different.

Remember, anything that you wish to do, you can, including messing with system files.

When in doubt, think twice. :)

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36) BlackViper.com in Mozilla: (Image 4.5)

I had to fire up Mozilla 1.0.1 to ensure my internet connectivity functioned, and it worked great!

Thank you for viewing my install guide and I hope it has helped you gain an insight to what may be required before taking the Red Hat plunge.