A Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) certification enables IT professionals to demonstrate their ability to administer network and systems environments that are based on the Windows operating systems. Specializations include the MCSA: Messaging and the MCSA: Security.
EXAM 70-648: TS: Upgrading from Windows Server 2003 MCSA to, Windows Server 2008, Technology Specializations
Audience Profile
Exam 70-648 is intended for IT professionals who currently hold an MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification and work in the complex computing environment of mid-sized to large companies. The MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification is a prerequisite for this exam. Without it, your transcript will show that you passed the exam but will not show credit for the resulting certifications.
You should have at least one year of experience implementing and administering a network operating system in an environment that has the following characteristics:
•250 to 5,000 or more users
•Three or more physical locations
•Three or more domain controllers
•Network services and resources such as messaging, a database, file and print, a proxy server, a firewall, the Internet, an intranet, remote access, and client computer management
•Connectivity requirements such as connecting branch offices and individual users in remote locations to the corporate network and connecting corporate networks to the Internet
Credit Toward Certification
When you pass Exam 70-648: TS: Upgrading from Windows Server 2003 MCSA to, Windows Server 2008, Technology Specializations, you complete the requirements for the following certification(s):
•Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration
•Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration
Exam 70-648: TS: Upgrading from Windows Server 2003 MCSA to, Windows Server 2008, Technology Specializations: counts as credit toward the following certification(s):
•MCITP: Server Administrator
•MCITP: Enterprise Administrator
Recommended Classroom Training:
6416C: Updating your Network Infrastructure and Active Directory Technology Skills to Windows Server 2008
MCSA on Windows Server 2003 Certification Requirements
The strength of Windows Server 2003 in the market today indicates that demand for related IT expertise will continue for years to come. The best way to demonstrate your expert skills on Windows Server 2003—and to inspire confidence in a hiring manager, your team, and yourself—is by earning the Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) and Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credentials.
In addition, if you are certified on Windows Server 2003, you have an efficient path to the Windows Server 2008 certifications.
The MCSA certification verifies your knowledge in system administration of Microsoft Windows operating systems. MCSA certification can help advance your career by confirming that you have the skills necessary to successfully manage and troubleshoot system environments.
Audience Profile
Candidates for the MCSA on Windows Server 2003 certification typically have 6 to 12 months of experience administering client and network operating systems. They are knowledgeable about implementing, managing, and maintaining the typically complex computing environment of mid-sized to large companies.
Related job titles: systems administrator, network administrator, information systems administrator, network operations analyst, network technician, or technical support specialist
Core exams on networking systems (both are required) & Classroom Training
Exam 70-290: Managing and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Environment
2274: Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (five days)
2273: Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (five days)
2275: Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment (three days)
Exam 70-291: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure
2276: Implementing a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Hosts
2277: Implementing, Managing, and Maintaining a Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services
Core exams on client operating systems (choose one) & Classroom Training
Exam 70-620 TS: Windows Vista, Configuring
Course 5116: Configuring Windows Vista Mobile Computing and Applications (two days)
Course 5115: Installing and Configuring the Windows Vista Operating System (three days)
Exam 70-270: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Windows XP Professional
Course 2272: Implementing and Supporting Microsoft Windows XP Professional (five days)
Course 2285: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows XP Professional (two days)
Exam 70-210: Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional
Course 2152: Implementing Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Server
Course 2153: Implementing a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
Course 2154: Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services