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Windows 7: Virtualize the Barriers
April 11, 2011<STEP290>
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The Deployment Project
Testing Process
InfrastructureRemediation
Image Engineering
ApplicationManagement
MigrationOfficeDeployment
Security
Deployment
OperationsReadiness
ProjectProcess and
Team Guidance
Business Casefor Deployment
Do I need to invest in test hardware, personnel,
and infrastructure?
Do I replace all of my users’ hardware?
Do I need to build and maintain an image for each hardware class?
Are my applications going to work?
Do my techs need to manually migrate everyone’s files at
their desk or in the lab?
Office, too? Does that mean more testing
and images?
How is this going to impact users and the helpdesk?
Automated migration with applications and drivers
Automated migration with applications and drivers
Automated migration with applications and drivers
Do my users need to send their hardware to IT or be without
their PCs for a day?
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Takeaways
In order to remain supported, a move to Windows 7 is essential.If applications are not compatible, a plan needs to be put in place to deal with them.Mitigation solutions exist to allow Windows 7 deployments to proceed.
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Agenda
Deployment ScenariosMDT Scenario DemoMain Issues Blocking DeploymentSolutions to Deployment Blocking IssuesWhat if no Solutions Work?Virtualization Demo
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Deployment Scenarios
New ComputerRefreshUpgrade
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The Myth
There Is No Way to Upgrade a Windows XP Computer to Windows 7
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Upgrade Defined…
•During an upgrade, existing user settings are retained, as well as installed applications.
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc749581(WS.10).aspx (2006)
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How to go from Win XP to Win 7?
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Migration/Upgrade Options
Windows XP-to-Windows Vista-to-Windows7 using setup.exeManual migration and install from DVDDrive Cloning based on a Reference Windows 7 InstallAutomated migration with applications and drivers
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Main Issues Blocking Deployment
Hardware Compatibility (Drivers)Application Compatibility
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App Compatibility Barriers
Cost of application testing
Time required to test applications
Dependency on legacy versions of Internet Explorer®
ISV or developer no longer available
Incompatible applications
Results: Customers are not getting full value
from Windows 7.
Windows 7Annual Cost Savings/PC
Service Desk
Desktop Management
Deployment & Provisioning
Power Savings
Total Direct IT Costs Savings
$22-62
$25-98
$12-61
$3-45
$43-268
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Microsoft Deployment Solutions
MDT 2010 (Free Solution Accelerator)ConfigMgr 2007 R3 SP2 (Enterprise Software Distribution)
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MDT Scenario Demo
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The Migration Process
Plan Assess hardware and applications, and plan for the new features or services you want
Deliver Prepare applications, infrastructure, and images for deployment and migrate users
OperateExpand functionality coverage, transition applications, and manage the desktop environment
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Solutions to Blocking Issues
Some Applications just work in Windows 7Upgrade to a new compatible version if availableShim Application with Application Compatibility ToolkitDe-couple the application from the Operating System using Virtualization
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Windows Application Compatibility Tools
Application Compatibility ToolkitAsset Inventory ServiceMicrosoft Assessment and PlanningSystem Center Family
Application Compatibility ToolkitWindows Compatibility CenterCompatible Applications ListApplication Quality CookbookApplication Verifier
Application Compatibility ToolkitApplication VirtualizationApplication Quality CookbookVirtual Legacy Windows OS (MED-V, XP Mode)
Test & Mitigate
AnalyzeCollect
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Application Compatibility Toolkit (ACT) 5.6
Provides tools to inventory applications, hardware, and devices in the production environment
Synchronizes collected inventory with current application and hardware compatibility data from Microsoft
Includes tools to test and repair individual applications
Version 5.6 (release 5/11) adds x64 support for inventory, compatibility fixing, and standard user account issue detection
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Desktop Virtualization and Compatibility Concerns
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Deployment Benefits of Application Virtualization
Reduce testing times with Application IsolationSpeed up application packaging for deployment with App-V sequencingSequence applications for compatibility across Windows versions
Get value immediately as you work through your applications for Windows 7 deploymentImplement App-V to Windows XP and Windows Vista users before Windows 7 is fully deployedGive users access to new applications before Windows 7 is delivered
Minimize user disruption and speed up migration times with faster application deliveryGet to a single OS image more easily with less work to automate application installation and less time needed to deliver applications
Faster Delivery of Applications at Deploy Time
Immediate Implementation Across Windows Versions
Reduced Time for Testing and Packaging
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Improved Application Virtualization Support
Tighter integration with Microsoft App-V
Potential to simplify deployment & managementApp-V investments improve support of Office 2010*Office 2010 requires App-V 4.6App-V requires deployment specific sequencing
Features improved with App-V 4.6/Office 2010 include:Outlook:
Fast Search using Windows Desktop SearchURL Protocol Handlers (Mailto, feeds, webcal(s))Send to Mail integrationEnable advanced account configuration
SharePoint - Directly open/edit/save hosted documents
OneNote - Send to OneNote print driver
All - Activation model support
*Click to Run offerings leverage App-V
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What if No Solutions Work?
Put a plan in place to deal with the applicationVirtualize Windows XP
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What are my Virtualization Choices?In the Microsoft World, Windows XP can be virtualized in these ways:
• Hand Created or Templated VM delivered via Management Solution (Hyper-V, Virtual PC, VMM, etc)
• Windows XP Mode• Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization (MED-V)
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MED-V Breaks Barriers to Windows 7 Migration
Migrate incompatible applications on your
own schedule without losing productivity
Break barriers to Windows 7 deployment
caused by incompatible applications
Run legacy Windows XP and Internet Explorer (IE) applications on
Windows 7
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Addressing Application Compatibility
Start Finish
LOB Apps
0%
100%
Migration Timeline
Modify AppJust Work Upgrade + +
Works with Windows 7
Works using MED-V
Compatibility Gap• IE 6 dependencies• Cost of Migration• Developer is gone
MED-V Closes the Compatibility Gap
Accelerating Windows 7
Deployments
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Microsoft Enterprise Desktop VirtualizationSolves the last mile of application compatibility
What it Does Customer Quotes
“MED-V helps ensure that we can move forward with an enterprise-wide rollout of Windows 7 without getting sidetracked by application compatibility issues.”
– Alex Ramos
Senior Manager, IT OperationsRoyal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
Benefits
Run legacy applications on Windows 7
Shares host USB, network printers, and documents
Redirect legacy web applications to Internet Explorer 6 or 7
Automates first-time virtual workspace setup
Florida-based Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. operates cruise ships that call on approximately 400 destinations. The company has approximately 60,000 employees worldwide.
Unblocks Windows 7 migration projects
Provides a seamless end user experience
Allows multiple versions of Internet Explorer to coexist during migration
Enables deployment and management with existing systems, such as System Center Configuration Manager
Windows Virtual PC
IE 8+
Host – Windows 7
ESD Agent
MED-V ArchitectureMED-V Packager
MED-V Workspace
MEDV Host Agent
Parent
Diff Disk
MEDV Guest Agent
ESD Agent
IE 6
Guest – Windows XP sp3
Redirection
Incompatible Apps
Incompatible Published
Apps
RDP
Incompatible Apps
MED-V WorkspaceWindows XP VHD Enterprise SoftwareDistribution Tool
Windows Components & Applications
MED-V Components
Virtualization Demo
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Takeaways
In order to remain supported, a move to Windows 7 is essential.If applications are not compatible, a plan needs to be put in place to deal with them.Mitigation solutions exist to allow Windows 7 deployments to proceed.
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