Windows Deployment Services is a server role that enables network-based installations of Windows operating systems, software packages, and driver packages. It’s an essential tool for system administrators who need to quickly deploy multiple images to different computers in a network. In this article, we’ll explore how to create an image with WDS.

Before we dive into the steps, let’s start with the requirements. You’ll need a server that’s running Windows Server 2012 or later with the WDS server roles installed. You’ll also need a Windows installation source, which can be a DVD, ISO file or a folder on your server’s hard drive. Finally, you need to have a reference computer where you’ll prepare your custom image.

With the requirements in place, here’s how you can create an image with Windows Deployment Services:

Step 1: Install and configure WDS

If you haven’t already, you’ll need to install and configure WDS on your server. You can do this by following Microsoft’s official documentation or using a third-party guide. Once you’ve installed WDS, you’ll need to configure it to suit your network’s settings and requirements.

Step 2: Create a reference image

You’ll need to create a reference computer that you’ll use to develop your custom image. Your reference computer should have the same hardware as the target computers that you’ll be deploying your image to. You’ll also want to install any software, drivers and updates that you’d like to include in your custom image.

Step 3: Sysprep the reference image

Sysprep is a tool that removes computer-specific information from a Windows installation, preparing it for imaging. To use Sysprep, open a Command Prompt window and navigate to the Sysprep folder in the %windir%\system32 directory. Run the Sysprep.exe command, select the OOBE and Shutdown options, then click OK. This will prepare your reference computer for imaging.

Step 4: Capture the reference image

Now that your reference computer is Sysprepped, it’s time to capture its image. In the WDS console, right-click on the server name and select Add Boot Image. Choose a Windows installation source that you’d like to use and follow the wizard to create the boot image. Then, right-click on the server name again and select Add Install Image. Follow the wizard to create an install image.

Step 5: Deploy the custom image

Your custom image is now ready for deployment. To do this, boot the target computer from the WDS server and select the custom image you’ve created. Follow the installation prompts and wait for the image to install. Once the installation is complete, the computer will restart and be ready for use.

In conclusion, creating a custom image with Windows Deployment Services is a fairly straightforward process that can save system administrators a lot of time and effort. By following these steps, you’ll be able to prepare and deploy your custom image to any computer on your network quickly and easily.

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