Microsoft deployment toolkit 2010 final
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This document summarizes advanced deployment scenarios using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) 2010. It discusses using the configuration database to automate deployments based on target computer properties like location or model. It also covers linked deployment shares to replicate content between locations and selection profiles to filter included packages and drivers. The document provides an overview of customizing MDT 2010 through modifying existing scripts and wizards or creating new ones.
Microsoft deployment toolkit 2010 final
- 1. Advanced Deployment Scenarios Using the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010 Harold Wongblogs.technet.com/haroldwongMike Terrillmike.terrill@1e.com
- 2. AgendaUnderstanding and Using the Configuration DatabaseUnderstanding Linked Deployment SharesUnderstanding Selection ProfilesMDT 2010 Customization
- 3. Before We Get Started….Let’s See What a MDT 2010 Deployment Looks Like Without Customizations…
- 4. Review the Available Options in the Deployment WorkbenchReview the Options in CustomSettings.iniReview the Options Available in the Windows Deployment Wizard
- 5. What is the Configuration Database?Extension of Deployment WorkbenchExtended infrastructure not requiredManually initiatedZero Touch Installation (ZTI) as a method Automatically configure deployment targetsDraw from deployment resources as availableEnhance LTI functionality
- 6. How Does the Configuration Database Work?Abstraction through database methodsLogical extension of the CustomSettings.ini fileCentralized storage of configuration settings in a relational databaseAutomates and extends the Microsoft Deployment WizardAll information is gathered up front“Pull” processAutomationBootstrap.iniCustomSettings.ini
- 7. Create and Explore the Configuration Database Create Configuration DatabaseView Database
- 8. Methods-Based DeploymentThe goal:Dynamically determine the deployment characteristics for each target computerThe process:Gather information from the computer and its locationUse that information to decide what needs to be done, either statically or using database queriesResults control actions performed by the task sequence engine
- 9. Configuration Database - Supported Target InformationProperties SettingsApplicationsPackagesAdministrator-level accountsRoles
- 10. Configuration Database - Supported MethodsDatabase MethodsRolesComputersLocationsMake and Model
- 11. Configuration Database Methods - RolesFully configurable to take definition from user tasksAssignable to other database methodsAssociate the following:Properties SettingsApplicationsPackagesAdministrator-level Accounts
- 12. Configuration Database Methods – Grouping ComputersLocations of target groups of computersUses default gateway on which the request comes in to identify groups of computersMake and Model targets groups of computersBased on the WMI values for Manufacturer and ModelAssociate Properties Settings, Applications, Packages, Administrator-level Accounts, and Roles
- 13. Configuring Role Methods in the Configuration DatabaseAdd a Role to Refresh a Target ComputerAdd a Role to Deploy an Application From the Deployment Workbench
- 14. Grouping Computers for Deployment
- 15. Targeting Individual ComputersComputers target specific computersUses Asset Tag, UUID, Serial Number, or MAC AddressAssociate Properties Settings, Applications, Packages, Administrator-level Accounts, and Roles
- 16. Configuring Other Methods in the Configuration DatabaseAdd a Location method to define attributes based on the location of the target computerAdd a Make and Model method to add an application based on the hardware configuration of the target computerAdd a Computers method to configure settings based on MAC Address.
- 17. Configuring CustomSettings.ini for Database QueriesAfter populating the configuration database, update CustomSettings.ini to perform the appropriate database queries Run the Configure DB Wizard for each deployment pointThe optional sections are used to assign configuration settings to individual or groups of computers
- 18. CustomSettings.iniPriority reserved propertyThe Priority reserved property determines the sequence and section of where to find configuration values Each section is searched in the order specifiedWhen a property value is found, the remaining sections are not used for that propertyValues are the configuration settings assigned to the properties Preceded by an equal sign (“=”). The scripts scan the CustomSettings.ini file to locate the values
- 19. Understanding Linked Deployment SharesAllow you to replicate content between Deployment SharesCan replicate all content or a subset of content defined by a Selection ProfileUseful in a distributed environment or moving from a Lab to ProductionReplication can be scheduled using Task Scheduler and a Powershell script
- 20. Understanding Selection ProfilesSelection Profiles can be used to:Control what Packages and Drivers are included in Boot ImagesControl drivers injected in the Operating SystemControl what is included in mediaControl what is replicated to other Deployment SharesTo filter what task sequences and applications are displayed in the Deployment Wizard
- 21. Opportunities for Customization with MDT 2010WizardsModify the wizards we provide
- 23. http://www.codeplex.com/MDTWizardEditorScriptsCreate your own scripts that leverage the framework
- 24. Modify the scripts we provideRulesEdit CustomSettings.ini and Bootstrap.ini
- 25. Query databases, web servicesTask sequencesAdd additional steps
- 26. Modify existing steps, conditionsCall to ActionParticipate in the community:http://connect.microsoft.com to submit bugs and feedbackTechNet Forum for MDT at http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/mdt for questionsMDT-OSD and MSSMS mailing lists hosted by http://www.myitforum.comGet help:Microsoft Customer Support Services and Premier SupportMicrosoft Consulting Services and other partnersFree consulting through http://www.microsoftddps.comCheck out the blogs:http://blogs.technet.com/mniehaushttp://blogs.technet.com/msdeploymenthttp://blogs.technet.com/deploymentguys
- 27. © 2010 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.