Windows 7 Migration
Planning a Microsoft Windows 7 migration project? Leapfrog Technology Group can help you cut the cost and complexity of your migration projects with an end-to-end assessment readiness check that quickly prepares applications for reliable software deployment and tests your current hardware for the requirement necessary to have a successful upgrade to Microsoft Windows 7.
With the cost of implementing a reliable solution that ensures a successful upgrade, Leapfrog Technology Group can:
- Rapidly scope and plan application migration projects
- Automatically test and fix Windows 7 32-bit and 64-bit application compatibility issues
- Convert MSIs and non-MSI file formats to App-V and all other leading virtual application formats
- Cut application packaging time
- Ensure reliable Windows 7 software deployment
While engaging your migration with Leapfrog Technology Group we utilize effective Microsoft proven tools and comprehensively transfer knowledge in every step of the process with our proven deployment methodology. We lower the cost of your Windows 7 deployment while getting a better return on your investment. Here is a brief description of the Microsoft Windows 7 upgrade and migration tools:
Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT 2010)
MDT 2010 provides a common console with the comprehensive tools and guidance needed to efficiently manage deployment of Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2. Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 is the recommended process and toolset to automate desktop and server deployment. Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 provides detailed guidance and job aids for every organizational role involved with large-scale deployment projects.
New features in MDT 2010 Update 1 include Office 2010 support, the ability for users to initiate and customize their own deployments using Configuration Manager, key enhancements in Windows 7 driver support, and much more.
Windows Automated Installation Toolkit (WAIK) for Windows 7
The Windows Automated Installation Toolkit (AIK) for Windows 7 is a collection of tools and documentation designed to help IT Professionals deploy Windows.
The Windows AIK is ideal for highly customized environments. The tools in the AIK enable you to configure many deployment options, and they provide a high degree of flexibility. The corporate deployment environment varies from one company to another. Depending on your business needs and resources, you may choose to use all or parts of the resources available in the AIK. The Windows Automated Installation Toolkit (AIK) for Windows 7 aids in the upgrade process and supplements your migration process by allowing customizations of the Windows 7 user experience.
Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP)
The Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) is a suite of technologies available as a subscription for Software Assurance customers. MDOP helps to improve compatibility and management (App-V/MED-V), reduce support costs (DEM/DaRT), improve asset management (AIS) and improve policy control (AGPM). This tools allows you to deploy Windows 7 without the worry of compatibility issues with its rich set of tools to automate application delivery seamlessly through a centralized server based platform.
User State Migration Tool (USMT) for Windows 7
The User State Migration Tool (USMT) for Windows 7 is now part of the Windows Automated Installation Kit (AIK) and provides fast and flexible options to migrate user profiles and data from one operating system to another. The tool aids in the upgrade process with new features including Hard-Link Migration feature that can dramatically reduce migration time for in-place operating system migration or computer refresh scenarios.
System Center Configuration Manager 2007 (SCCM 2007)
System Center Configuration Manager 2007 comprehensively assesses, deploys, and updates your servers, clients, and devices—across physical, virtual, distributed, and mobile environments. Optimized for Windows and extensible beyond, it is the best choice for gaining enhanced insight into, and control over, your IT systems.
Built on key Microsoft technologies, such as Microsoft Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), Windows Server Active Directory, and the Windows architecture, System Center Configuration Manager 2007 maximizes infrastructure investments and drives greater efficiency. With Configuration Manager 2007, organizations can ensure that IT systems comply with desired configuration states to improve availability, security, and performance network-wide.
