Desktop Migration Proposal:
You have been hired as system administrator for MSP, LLC. Your first task involves in upgrading from Windows 7 to Windows 8. Currently, the MSP, LLC has around 500 desktops/laptops that run Windows XP and Windows 7. Your manager has also been getting many requests for tablet computers as well.
Current Desktop/Laptop Configuration for Windows 7:
Processor: Intel Core i3 Second Generation
Memory: 4GB RAM
Hard Drive: 350GB
Network Card: 10/100/1000 Mbps
USB Ports: 4 USB 2.0
Monitor: 20inch LCD
Current Desktop/Laptop Configuration for Windows XP:
Processor: Intel Core 2
Memory: 2GB RAM
Hard Drive: 80GB
Network Card: 10/100 Mbps
USB Ports: 4 USB 2.0
Monitor: 15inch LCD
Your boss wants to come up with a 5 to 7 page proposal that meets the following requirements:
· Research and justify new hardware for Windows 8.
· Plan for migration from XP and Windows 7 to Windows 8. Minimize the downtime for end users.
· Research and recommend efficient method for migration to Windows 8.
· Research and recommend appropriate tablet that end-users can use.