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4 Dell OEM Client Identity Module | Installation Guide
1 Introduction
The Dell EMC OEM Identity Module enables OEMs to rebrand and customize their products. The Identity
module centralizes the control points of multiple features, enabling OEM customers to save time and
resources when deploying their systems.
This document describes the process of installing an OEM Identity Module on a Dell Client system.
Note: To install an Identity Module outside of Dell manufacturing facilities, use the Board Service Utility (BSU)
version of the installation file.
Note: The Dell EMC OEM Identity Module is also referred to as Personality Module in some earlier
documentation.
2 Obtaining the Identity Module
The Client Identity Module (IDM) is delivered by your Dell EMC account team. It may also be available
through the DellYourID website.
The IDM file has a .pfs extension. The file name varies depending on the platform name and your rebranded
name. A common convention is as follows:
SWB_Base_Rebrand_BSU_1.0.0.pfs, where
 SWB = Software Bundle
 Base = Base system
 Rebrand = Rebrand name
Notes:
 Do not use a file that does not have BSU in the file name.
 If you receive an executable file, open the file to extract the .pfs file. Use the .pfs file while performing
the steps mentioned in this document.
 Sample or watermarked IDMs that are delivered exclusively for preview may not follow the common
file naming convention.