ImageAssist Static for Single Platform Version 10.0 User's Guide November 2020 Rev.
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Contents Chapter 1: Introduction................................................................................................................. 4 ImageAssist Static............................................................................................................................................................... 4 Supported operating system and recommended framework....................................................................................4 Chapter 2: Getting started with ImageAssist...
1 Introduction ImageAssist is a tool set that enables you to use Dell imaging services to quickly create and maintain a ready-to-deploy Microsoft Windows image. Depending on your requirement, you can either use ImageAssist Static or ImageAssist Dynamic to create an image. To use ImageAssist Dynamic, install the ImageAssist Dynamic tool. ImageAssist Static The ImageAssist Static tool enables you to create and capture a Microsoft Windows image for a single platform.
2 Getting started with ImageAssist This section provides information about setting up your system, downloading ImageAssist, and installing it. Setting up your system To create an image, you can use Dell OptiPlex, Dell Latitude, and Dell Precision systems, on which imaging is an option. NOTE: Ensure that the system that you order from Dell and the build base are of the same model and have the same configuration. Before you begin using ImageAssist, ensure that you: ● Use the Windows 10 operating system.
Results After the installation is complete, the Welcome to ImageAssist Static page is displayed.
3 Using ImageAssist Static To create a ready-to-deploy Windows image, you must: 1. 2. 3. 4. Create bootable ImageAssist Static USB drive on page 7. Capture Static image on page 7. Restore and test image on page 8. Submit the image to the Dell factory for deploying the image to Dell systems. NOTE: To create a Dynamic image, click , click Re-Select Image Creation Type, and then select ImageAssist Dynamic.
Restore and test image Restoring an image enables you to test your Static image before submitting it to the Dell factory. Steps 1. Boot to the ImageAssist Static USB drive. 2. On the Welcome to ImageAssist Static WinPE page, in the Restore Image card, click RESTORE. The Restore Image page is displayed. 3. Click BROWSE, select the WIM file that you want to restore, and then click OK. 4. To edit the partitions, click EDIT PARTITIONS. 5. Click RESTORE IMAGE.
4 Related documents In addition to this guide, you can access the following documents for more information about ImageAssist. Table 1. Related documents Document title ImageAssist Dynamic for Single Platform Online Help ImageAssist Dynamic for Multiple Platforms Online Help ImageAssist Dynamic for Multiple Platforms Version 10.0.0 User's Guide How to access the document Click on the ImageAssist Static home page. Click on the ImageAssist Dynamic home page. Go to ImageAssist Manuals and Documents.
A Frequently asked questions 1. What is a Static image? A Static image is a single Windows image file that is generated by ImageAssist. This image is similar to a Ghost image and contains a copy of the hard disk partitions and contents of a specific system. 2. When should I use the ImageAssist Static tool? Use the ImageAssist Static tool to capture customized Windows environments for reimaging to identical hardware configurations. 3.
B Glossary The following table describes the terms used in this guide: Table 2. Glossary Term Description Image The image is a file encapsulating the operating system, software, and settings configured on the system. Static image The Static image is an image produced at the end of the ImageAssist Static process. This image can be used in the Dell factory for shipping compatible systems. It can also be used to reimage your systems onsite by using the bootable USB drive created by ImageAssist Static.
