Guide - Part 1: Installation and Configuration Flashcards
What are the minimum hardware requirements for upgrading a system with OS X Yosemite?
The minimum requirements for upgrading OS X Yosemite are:
- Mac OS X v10.6.8 or later
- 2GB of memory
- 8GB of available space
- Some features require an Apple ID
- Some features require a compatible Internet service provider
- Compatible Mac model (as listed on http:// www.apple.com/osx/how-to-upgrade/)
Which four steps must you take before upgrading a system with OS X Yosemite?
Four steps you should take before upgrading a system to OS X Yosemite are:
- Verify application compatibility
- Back up important files and folders
- Document critical settings
- Install Apple software and firmware updates
How can you identify whether a Mac requires a firmware update?
You can identify a Mac computer’s firmware version by opening the full system report in the System Information application or System Profiler application. You can verify whether a Mac computer’s firmware is up to date by visiting the Apple support website, which maintains a list of available firmware updates.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using a single- partition disk with OS X? How about a multiple-partition disk?
Single-partition drives are easier to set up initially, but they aren’t as flexible for administration and maintenance. Multiple-partition drives require repartitioning during setup but provide several separate partitions, which can be used to segregate user data and host multiple operating systems.
How can you acquire the OS X Yosemite installer?
The OS X Yosemite installer can be downloaded from the Mac App Store for free.
Which options can you select from during the OS X Yosemite installation?
During installation of OS X, the only optional choice is to define an installation destination other than the Mac computer’s current default system disk.
When troubleshooting issues with the OS X Installer, how can you get more information about the installation progress?
During installation of OS X, you can view detailed installation progress by choosing Window > Installer Log from the menu bar.
Which process is used to guide a user through the initial configuration of OS X?
The Setup Assistant process guides a user through initial configuration of OS X.
Which key features do you gain by setting up iCloud?
iCloud is a free service from Apple that provides cloud storage and communication services for applications, including Mail, Contacts, Calendars, Reminders, Notes, Safari, Keychain, Photos and any other applications that support iCloud integration. iCloud also provides Find My Mac technology for help locating a lost or stolen system.
Aside from initial OS X configuration, where can you manage iCloud settings?
After initial OS X setup, iCloud settings can be managed from iCloud or Internet Accounts preferences.
What are the five System Preferences categories?
System Preferences is divided into five categories: Personal, Hardware, Internet & Wireless, System, and Other.
How do the four default System Preferences categories differ?
Generally, Personal preferences affect only a single user; Hardware preferences adjust hardware and peripheral settings; Internet & Wireless preferences affect personal and system network settings; and System preferences affect all users and often require administrative access.
What’s a profile? How are profiles managed?
A profile is a document with the filename extension “.mobileconfig” that contains system settings as defined by an administrator. Opening a profile document prompts the system to install the profile and configure the settings. Installed profiles can be managed via Profiles preferences.
Where can you locate the system version number, build number, and hardware serial number? What’s the significance of these numbers?
The system version, build number, and hardware serial number are located in the About This Mac dialog or the login screen. The system version number defines the specific version of OS X currently installed. The system build number is an even more specific identifier used primarily by developers. And the hardware serial number is a unique number used to identify your specific Mac.
Which utilities are available when started up from OS X Recovery?
The OS X Recovery System provides access to Restore System From Time Machine Backup, Install/Reinstall OS X, Get Help Online via Safari, Disk Utility, Startup Disk, Firmware Password Utility, Network Utility, Terminal, and Reset Password.
