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Windows 7 Loadfest is Coming to Los Angeles!
Come spend the morning with us to go over some the new features and benefits of Windows 7 and the value of Desktop Optimization. We would like to provide a head start on the training you need RIGHT now with this FREE seminar, so you can be prepared when users call you about Windows 7.  This session will enable you to hit the road running on the latest version of Windows, or at the very least, help you find out if this is really as good as you have heard!

We will start the morning installing the latest available public build of Windows 7 on your test computer, (preferably laptop), that meets the minimum configuration listed below.  We will run through some of the key improvements that have been made from the user perspective and we’ll also take a look at some of the great new features Windows 7 has to better manage your computers in the corporate environment.

Agenda:

• Windows 7 Loadfest with Windows 7 expert available for support and Q&A
• Windows 7 Presentation: “What’s New and Tips & Tricks” and the value of Desktop Optimization
• Windows 7 Expert available for Open Q&A

System Requirements:
Make sure your desktop or laptop meets these minimum requirements:

• 1 GHz 32-bit or 64-bit processor
• 1 GB of system memory
• 16 GB of available disk space
• Support for DirectX 9 graphics with 128 MB memory (to enable the Aero theme)
• DVD-R/W Drive

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• The system WILL BE WIPED, (unless you use virtualization), so do NOT bring systems that have any data on them that you wish to keep.
• If you decide to bring a Desktop Computer please review the following:
• We will NOT be providing monitors, keyboards, mice, or any associated cables, including power cables, so make sure you bring the required hardware to run your system.
• Get there early as you will likely need a little more time to setup than the users.
• We will NOT have any hand trucks or carts to help you bring equipment in so, please come prepared.
• There will be no ongoing support for the pre-release software after the loadfest. We will, however, make a best effort on the day to get your system up and running.
• Make sure your test computer has a wireless card that works with Windows Vista/Windows 7.
• There will be 32-bit and 64-bit Windows 7 RC DVDs available*. (while supplies last)
• Refreshments and snacks will be provided.

Location:
Microsoft Los Angeles
333 South Grand Avenue
Suite 3300
Los Angeles, CA 90071
213.806.7300

Date/Time/Registration:
Please contact me if you’re a customer of mine for dates, times, and registration information.

*Offer open only to Microsoft IT Professionals who register and attend one of the Windows 7 Loadfests between May 7 and June 30, 2009. Limit one DVD per registered attendee while supplies last. This offer ends on June 30, 2009, and is not redeemable for cash. Taxes, if any, are the sole responsibility of the recipient. Gift must be claimed on-site by the end of each event.

The purpose of the Windows 7 RC Loadfest is to provide you with the convenience of installing Windows 7 in a friendly environment with access to Windows 7 experts available for support.  MICROSOFT MAKE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION OR SUPPORT PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE LOADFEST.  MICROSOFT DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING FROM RELIANCE ON THE INFORMATION OR SUPPORT PROVIDED IN CONNECTION WITH THE LOADFEST.