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Use a tool to generate a bootable Windows 10 image and distribute it across devices.

Use a tool to generate a bootable Windows 10 image and distribute it across devices.

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MisterHardWork
Junior Member
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08-15-2016, 02:46 PM
#1
Hello, your physics teacher is really helpful, so he managed to set up some specialized equipment for the classroom. The main goal of this project is to replace the poor technology policies at school with functional computers all year round. The computers differ a bit in their setup, but they’re generally quite similar. I’m taking on a role as a "Lab Aide" for part of the school year, and he asked me to assist with updating the operating system on each machine. At the end of each year, I’ll clean everything up—organizing student work, simulation files, and restoring essential resources like videos, lab sheets, and LoggerPro files.

I plan to reinstall Windows on each computer, set up a non-admin user account, and back up the installation using "Backup and Restore (Windows 7)" on an external drive. This way, I can install any machine-specific drivers, activate all software, and keep the essential files ready. At the end of the year, I’ll simply restore from the backup and apply the latest Windows updates.

Does this approach seem reasonable? Are there any aspects you haven’t considered? Thanks!
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MisterHardWork
08-15-2016, 02:46 PM #1

Hello, your physics teacher is really helpful, so he managed to set up some specialized equipment for the classroom. The main goal of this project is to replace the poor technology policies at school with functional computers all year round. The computers differ a bit in their setup, but they’re generally quite similar. I’m taking on a role as a "Lab Aide" for part of the school year, and he asked me to assist with updating the operating system on each machine. At the end of each year, I’ll clean everything up—organizing student work, simulation files, and restoring essential resources like videos, lab sheets, and LoggerPro files.

I plan to reinstall Windows on each computer, set up a non-admin user account, and back up the installation using "Backup and Restore (Windows 7)" on an external drive. This way, I can install any machine-specific drivers, activate all software, and keep the essential files ready. At the end of the year, I’ll simply restore from the backup and apply the latest Windows updates.

Does this approach seem reasonable? Are there any aspects you haven’t considered? Thanks!

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Cuntuc
Member
71
08-15-2016, 10:20 PM
#2
There are several options available. Tools like SCCM can handle it efficiently, but for a few systems manual setup or using a system like dd on Linux or Clonezilla might be faster.
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Cuntuc
08-15-2016, 10:20 PM #2

There are several options available. Tools like SCCM can handle it efficiently, but for a few systems manual setup or using a system like dd on Linux or Clonezilla might be faster.

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Xgt3rickX
Member
114
08-15-2016, 11:38 PM
#3
Performing that action will make your Windows version lag significantly behind the latest release.
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Xgt3rickX
08-15-2016, 11:38 PM #3

Performing that action will make your Windows version lag significantly behind the latest release.

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BRushton
Member
61
08-16-2016, 05:55 AM
#4
The update failed repeatedly after each reset.
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BRushton
08-16-2016, 05:55 AM #4

The update failed repeatedly after each reset.

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Gillious
Member
166
08-22-2016, 05:43 AM
#5
Approximately 14 machines are involved. The problem with cloning is that not all have identical hardware, which can cause drivers and other components to be mismatched.
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Gillious
08-22-2016, 05:43 AM #5

Approximately 14 machines are involved. The problem with cloning is that not all have identical hardware, which can cause drivers and other components to be mismatched.

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Maluwtf
Junior Member
37
08-24-2016, 05:49 AM
#6
It will essentially require the same effort as just installing new windows. There are typically fewer problems with a brand-new operating system compared to an older one that has undergone 20 updates.
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Maluwtf
08-24-2016, 05:49 AM #6

It will essentially require the same effort as just installing new windows. There are typically fewer problems with a brand-new operating system compared to an older one that has undergone 20 updates.

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Abe_YouTube7
Member
125
08-24-2016, 12:46 PM
#7
run installations on a single machine, use sysprep (designed to resolve driver problems), then clone.
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Abe_YouTube7
08-24-2016, 12:46 PM #7

run installations on a single machine, use sysprep (designed to resolve driver problems), then clone.

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Chrisi0111
Member
68
08-24-2016, 09:27 PM
#8
Have you used DISM before?
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Chrisi0111
08-24-2016, 09:27 PM #8

Have you used DISM before?

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KoncubineKate
Member
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08-25-2016, 06:23 AM
#9
This approach functions regardless of minor hardware differences.
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KoncubineKate
08-25-2016, 06:23 AM #9

This approach functions regardless of minor hardware differences.

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Ariiiiiii
Member
63
08-25-2016, 12:50 PM
#10
Licence keys must remain distinct for every system, so they won't match across devices.
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Ariiiiiii
08-25-2016, 12:50 PM #10

Licence keys must remain distinct for every system, so they won't match across devices.

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