Performing a Pilot Test

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Applies To: Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP1, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

After thoroughly testing your user state collection, operating system deployment, and user state restoration processes, conduct a pilot test on a small group of users in a production environment.

In the pilot test, concentrate on these areas:

  • Make sure that all data and settings migrate as expected.

  • Note the storage space requirements for the pilot data and adjust your initial calculations accordingly.

  • If unexpected problems arise, address them before going further.

As you did during lab testing, make backups of the data on your source computers so that, for testing purposes, you can easily reproduce any problems that you encounter.

Only after you are fully satisfied with the success of your pilot test should you begin a full migration.