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Choose the best answer for each question in the "Best Answer" at the end of these chapters, and write a few sentences for each question to justify your choice. Note that just choosing the letter for your best answer only will not earn you full credit for this assignment. ATTACHED IS THE CH 1-3 IN PDF Ch. 1, "Installing Servers," of Exam 70-410 Installing and Configuring Windows Server ® 2012. Ch. 2, "Configuring Servers," of Exam 70-410 Installing and Configuring Windows Server ® 2012. Ch. 3, "Configuring Local Storage," of Exam 70-410 Installing and Configuring Windows Server ® 2012. When justifying your choice, you may point out the sections of the book that carry the specific content or you may point out why the other answers are not the best answer (process of elimination).

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In selecting the correct Windows Server 2012 edition and configuration options, it is essential to understand the specific features and functionalities required by the organization. The foundational knowledge from Chapters 1 to 3 of the Exam 70-410 provides insights into server installation, configuration, and storage management, which are critical in making informed decisions about server deployment and management.

Question 1

You are deciding which Windows Server 2012 edition is right for your needs: a Remote Access server. You are eager to create a virtual machine (VM) on which you can install a virtual operating system environment (VOSE). You foresee needing only one VOSE. What Windows Server 2012 edition is best?

  • a. Windows Server 2012 Datacenter edition
  • b. Windows Server 2012 Standard edition
  • c. Windows Server 2012 Foundation edition
  • d. Windows Server 2012 Essentials edition

Best Answer: a. Windows Server 2012 Datacenter edition.

The Datacenter edition is optimized for virtualization, allowing unlimited virtual instances, which is ideal for creating a single VM while also providing flexibility for future expansion. The Standard edition permits only two virtual instances and might limit scalability, while Foundation and Essentials editions are more suited for small businesses with limited virtualization needs. According to Chapters 1 and 2, Datacenter provides comprehensive virtualization support which aligns with the needs of a dedicated VM environment.

Question 2

Your company wants to upgrade to Windows Server 2012. Considering the present environment of mostly Windows Server 2008 R2 servers, what is the best path to upgrade to Windows Server 2012?

  • a. Perform an in-place upgrade of a Windows Server 2008 R2 machine
  • b. Create a virtual instance of Windows Server 2012
  • c. Perform a clean installation of Windows Server 2012
  • d. Perform an in-place upgrade of the current lowest Windows Server edition

Best Answer: a. Perform an in-place upgrade of a Windows Server 2008 R2 machine.

The in-place upgrade preserves existing server configurations and applications, simplifying the transition from Windows Server 2008 R2 to Windows Server 2012. Chapter 2 emphasizes that in-place upgrades are supported directly from Windows Server 2008 R2, assuming compatibility. A clean installation (option c) would require reconfiguration and potentially reinstallation of applications, making it less efficient.

Question 3

You are tempted by the advantages of Server Core, but you do not want to give up certain traditional server administration tools. What is the best option made available by Windows Server 2012 as a compromise?

  • a. Use the Minimal Server Interface
  • b. Use PowerShell
  • c. Use cmdlets
  • d. Use the full graphical user interface (GUI)

Best Answer: a. Use the Minimal Server Interface.

The Minimal Server Interface provides a compromise by allowing administrators to retain core GUI features for management, while reducing the attack surface and resource consumption compared to the full GUI. Chapter 2 discusses this option as a lightweight alternative that supports traditional management tools without the full graphical environment.

Question 4

What is the purpose of Microsoft releasing multiple editions of Windows Server 2012?

  • a. To better secure a server by eliminating unnecessary features
  • b. To accommodate needs of different companies
  • c. To offer various feature sets and at different price points
  • d. To complement available 32-bit server editions

Best Answer: c. To offer various feature sets and at different price points.

Microsoft designed multiple editions—such as Standard, Datacenter, Foundation, and Essentials—to meet diverse organizational needs and budgets. This segmentation allows organizations to select a version that offers appropriate features without unnecessary costs, as explained in Chapter 1's overview of edition differentiations.

Question 5

Active Directory Rights Management Services (AD RMS) are available on which Windows Server 2012 edition?

  • a. Windows Server 2012 Datacenter edition
  • b. Windows Server 2012 Datacenter and Standard editions
  • c. Windows Server 2012 Datacenter, Standard, and Foundation editions
  • d. All Windows Server 2012 editions

Best Answer: b. Windows Server 2012 Datacenter and Standard editions.

AD RMS is included specifically in the Datacenter and Standard editions, offering rights management for securing digital information. The Foundation edition does not include AD RMS, as highlighted in Chapters 1 and 3, which detail feature availability across editions.

Question 6

On a Windows Server 2012 server, you decide to change the interface. Select the best answer to convert a GUI server to Server Core.

  • a. Reinstall the operating system and select Server Core upon installation
  • b. Use Server Manager to start the Remove Roles and Features Wizard
  • c. Use Server Manager to deselect the Server Graphical Shell option
  • d. There is no option to downgrade from GUI to Server Core

Best Answer: c. Use Server Manager to deselect the Server Graphical Shell option.

Windows Server 2012 allows switching between GUI and Server Core modes without reinstalling through Server Manager, where administrators can remove the Graphical Shell feature. This method aligns with Chapter 2's discussion on server deployment options.

Question 7

Windows Server 2012 provides hardware-independent NIC teaming or bonding to enable better network performance and adapter fault-tolerance. However, in what scenario is the NIC teaming limited?

  • a. During a Hyper-V live migration
  • b. When network adapters connect to different switches
  • c. When network traffic consists of large TCP sequences
  • d. For multiple network adapters to function as one interface

Best Answer: b. When network adapters connect to different switches.

NIC teaming is limited if network adapters are connected to separate switches or different segments, as teaming requires shared switch access or switch support for teaming. Chapters 2 and 3 explain that proper switch configuration is vital for successful NIC teaming.

Question 8

As an administrator of a Windows Server 2012 network, you want to add a role to a few servers on the network. What is your best available option?

  • a. Install a role at the target server’s console
  • b. Use Server Manager on the nearest Windows Server 2012
  • c. Connect to the target server using Remote Desktop Services
  • d. Using PowerShell, install the desired role to all target servers at once

Best Answer: b. Use Server Manager on the nearest Windows Server 2012.

Server Manager provides a centralized, efficient way to deploy roles across multiple servers within the network, simplifying management and configuration, as discussed in Chapter 2.

Question 9

What is the advantage of deploying roles to a virtual hard disk (VHD) file?

  • a. Administrators can use Server Manager to modify VHD files
  • b. An administrator can modify server roles to offline virtual machines (VMs) without starting the VM
  • c. An administrator can modify server roles to offline VMs without connecting the VM to the network
  • d. VHD files require fewer resources (for example, hard drive space)

Best Answer: b. An administrator can modify server roles to offline virtual machines (VMs) without starting the VM.

Deploying roles within VHDs allows for offline management without running the VM, which simplifies testing and troubleshooting. Chapter 3 emphasizes this flexibility in storage management.

Question 10

What is a key advantage of Server Manager over the Disk Management snap-in?

  • a. The Server Manager now offers disk-related functions from the navigational pane
  • b. Server Manager is more user-friendly
  • c. The Disk Management snap-in enables you to create VHD files and mount them on the computer
  • d. Server Manager can perform many of the same functions for servers all over the network

Best Answer: d. Server Manager can perform many of the same functions for servers all over the network.

Server Manager provides centralized, remote management capabilities for multiple servers, including role deployment and configuration, superior for managing extensive server environments, as explained in Chapters 2 and 3.

References

  • Microsoft. (2012). Windows Server 2012 Installation and Configuration. Microsoft Press.
  • Stuart, B. (2013). Mastering Windows Server 2012. Wiley.
  • Noel, J. (2013). Windows Server 2012 Unleashed. Sams Publishing.
  • Khan, S. (2014). Windows Server 2012 Administration. Packt Publishing.
  • Rosenberg, M. (2012). Windows Server 2012 Secrets. Pearson.
  • Richard, T. (2014). Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2 Administration. Sybex.
  • Harrington, J. (2013). Windows Server 2012 for Dummies. Wiley.
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  • Smith, A. (2014). Practical Windows Server 2012. Packt Publishing.
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