• Online, Self-Paced
Course Description

In this challenge, you will troubleshoot the startup and boot process. First, you will corrupt the Windows boot manager (bootmgr), and then you will repair bootmgr. Next, you will access advanced startup to start the virtual machine in safe mode, and then you will run the SFC utility to check/repair problems. Finally, you will reset the virtual machine back to defaults by using the Reset this PC option. Note: Once you begin a challenge you will not be able to pause, save, or return to your progress. Please ensure you have set aside enough time to complete the challenge before you start.

Learning Objectives

In this challenge, you will troubleshoot the startup and boot process. First, you will corrupt the Windows boot manager (bootmgr), and then you will repair bootmgr. Next, you will access advanced startup to start the virtual machine in safe mode, and then you will run the SFC utility to check/repair problems. Finally, you will reset the virtual machine back to defaults by using the Reset this PC option. Note: Once you begin a challenge you will not be able to pause, save, or return to your progress. Please ensure you have set aside enough time to complete the challenge before you start.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) identified within the Specialty Areas listed below. Click to view Specialty Area details within the interactive National Cybersecurity Workforce Framework.