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    The goal is to earn a MCSA.
    I purchased the 70-290 textbook, the 70-291 textbook + labbook and the 70-270 XP professional Exam\Cram2 book. I already have the MS course 2273A manual (same title as the 70-290) from a previous class.
    I also bought the Core Four W2000 Exam\Cram package, not realizing that the 70-210,215,216 and 217 courses had been retired. Also, I purchased the MCSE/MCSA Exam/Cram Implementing and Administering Security in a W2K network (exam 70-214) by syngress shinder with the training dvd.
    So, 210,214,215,216 and 217 are W2K and the exams have been retired. Are these still usefull towards a 2003 MCSA, or should I return them towards an elective course(which I will need anyway). I don't have much invested, as these were bought at Half Price books. If they will serve a usefullness towards the MCSA I will keep them, but if they are of little use towards the goal, I will not use them.
    I genuinely appreciate any advice towards the goal.
    Also, do each one of the reqired four MCSA courses require a seperate test, or can you study the materials, take your own practice tests and only take the MS MCSA test. (seems as that would save money that way)
    Thank-you, for your time and your help.
    Keith

    Sunday, July 20, 2008 1:24 AM

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    Wow, that's some library. The Windows Server 2000 exams have retired and thus are of no use to you. As for your second question, please refer to http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/mcsa/windows2003/default.mspx. This is Microsoft official learning site for the MCSA 2003. It explains what you need to do in order to achieve the certification.

    Just asking, but what makes you want to get your MCSA 2003? Are you currently a Systems Administrator for Windows 2003 networks?
    Michael D. Alligood,
    MCITP, MCTS, MCSA, MCDST, MCP, A+, Network+
    www.theitclassroom.com
    • Proposed as answer by Darril Sunday, July 20, 2008 8:33 PM
    • Marked as answer by Dave LawlorEditor Monday, July 21, 2008 1:28 AM
    Sunday, July 20, 2008 3:07 AM

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    Wow, that's some library. The Windows Server 2000 exams have retired and thus are of no use to you. As for your second question, please refer to http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/mcsa/windows2003/default.mspx. This is Microsoft official learning site for the MCSA 2003. It explains what you need to do in order to achieve the certification.

    Just asking, but what makes you want to get your MCSA 2003? Are you currently a Systems Administrator for Windows 2003 networks?
    Michael D. Alligood,
    MCITP, MCTS, MCSA, MCDST, MCP, A+, Network+
    www.theitclassroom.com
    • Proposed as answer by Darril Sunday, July 20, 2008 8:33 PM
    • Marked as answer by Dave LawlorEditor Monday, July 21, 2008 1:28 AM
    Sunday, July 20, 2008 3:07 AM
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    Hi, and thank-you for the reply!
    As for the reason for wanting the MCSA, I have done a fair amount of systems administration for 2000 and 2003 servers, for use in managing backup systems. This is with a Windows platform with both Windows and Netware clients. Not as a large scale SA, but enough to create accounts (AD and Netware), determine DNS configurations, install, provide support, administration and train other admins/users for Veritas and CA products (Netbackup, BackupEexec and ArcServe). That in addition to the usual TCP/IP and IPX configuration and problem resolution.
    That however seems to count little when it comes to the current job market. Most companies (apparently) would rather see a certification over experience (speaking from experience here).
    The most practicle, applicable and least expensive route while keeping in line with the mentioned job functions, seems to be MCSA. The MCSE, while more desirable, requires more time and cost. The MCSA seems to be a cost effective and marketable certification.
    My age being a factor also (40+11), the MCSA seems to be the best route. I would gladly adjust my stategy if you have a better solution....really.
    Again, thank-you for the reply, your time and your help.
    Keith
    Sunday, July 20, 2008 3:57 AM
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    Seems like you are all set then. Although I would disagree that employers would rather see certifications over experience! :)

    Good luck.
    Michael D. Alligood,
    MCITP, MCTS, MCSA, MCDST, MCP, A+, Network+
    www.theitclassroom.com
    Sunday, July 20, 2008 5:38 AM
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    Still have a question on this. Can you study the materials and only take the MS MCSA final test? Trying to determine this from the MS info has been time consuming with no clear answer. The standard procedure seems to be take 3 core and 1 elective, and then the final exam? Can you earn your MCSA by taking only the final exam?
    Thank-you, for your time and your help.
    Keith
    Monday, July 21, 2008 1:46 AM
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    I am not sure I am following you. There is no "final exam". There are 4 exams that are required for the MCSA 2003:

    1.) 70-290
    2.) 70-291
    3.) 70-270 or 70-260
    4.) a qualifying elective listed on http://www.microsoft.com/learning/mcp/mcsa/windows2003/default.mspx.

    The link I have listed twice now is pretty clear on how to earn your MCSA 2003. I would suggest reviewing it again.
    Michael D. Alligood,
    MCITP, MCTS, MCSA, MCDST, MCP, A+, Network+
    www.theitclassroom.com
    Monday, July 21, 2008 4:03 AM
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    Sorry to hi-jack the thread but my question is related to 70-290 and I couldn't find an answer searching.

    Is course 2273 equivalent to taking both 2274 and 2275 or are all three recommended in preparation for 70-290?

    Similarly, it looks like courses 2276 and 2277 are both recommended for 70-291. Is that correct?

    thanks
    JB
    • Edited by JB74 Thursday, August 21, 2008 5:25 PM edited
    Thursday, August 21, 2008 5:22 PM
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    Hello, I'm trying to complete my MCSA on Windows 2003 and just post a similar question.  I noticed that the Windows 2003 MCSA has the Windows 2000 Professional listed as the following under the client OS section:

    Installing, Configuring, and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional

    Note This exam is retired, but if you already passed it, you can apply it toward this certification.


    Since I passed this years ago, I'm wondering if I can use it?

    Let me know your thoughts.

    Thanks,
    Jon

    Sunday, July 12, 2009 3:41 AM
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    Jon,

    Since you have already passed it you can use it towards your MCSA 2003.

    Hope this helps
    Eric
    Sunday, July 12, 2009 3:58 AM