OS Deployment & Configuration Management

The Operating System Deployment leverages the benefits of the native installation method for all current Microsoft operating systems. This means installation occurs just as it would manually, using the original installation mechanism. Customizing a Windows 11 image is handled through a user-friendly wizard, allowing for specific OS configurations according to company standards. This enables you to automate and centrally control the upgrade process.

The baramundi Windows Deployment software offers easy Plug & Play instead of time-consuming hardware profile management. After importing drivers via an intuitive wizard, the module automatically detects installed components and installs each client according to its hardware configuration.

The Windows Customization Tool lets you create and save customized Windows images as configuration templates. These can be reused across multiple systems, ensuring, among other things, that no unwanted telemetry is collected or sent to third parties.

OS deployment refers to the automated rollout of operating systems to endpoints — for example, Windows installations on PCs, laptops, or servers. It allows systems to be deployed quickly, consistently, and efficiently, often using preconfigured images, drivers, and software packages.

First, a Windows system image is created, including drivers, settings, and apps. This image is then transferred over the network to target devices — for example, via PXE boot. The setup is completed automatically, without any manual intervention.

Traditional OS installation is manual: you insert an installation medium, and a wizard guides you through the process. OS deployment, in contrast, is fully automated, often unattended, executed in batches, and delivered with predefined configurations.