I'm part of a building automation company, and we're transitioning from using Surface Go X86 panels to Surface Pro 12 devices, which run on ARM architecture. Unfortunately, tools like Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) doesn't support ARM devices. This has left us manually configuring each panel, which takes us about 1.5 hours per device. We need a tool similar to MDT that can help us streamline this process, ideally without requiring a domain connection. We're seeking advice on any imaging tools or methods that others have successfully used. Additionally, if anyone knows where to find a consultant experienced in this area, that would be great! Thanks in advance for your help!
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If you're looking to manage devices in a more user-friendly way, consider using Intune and AutoPilot. However, keep in mind that it’s geared more towards cloud management, so running local user setups might not be feasible with that.
Have you tried using Windows Configuration Designer? You can create a provisioning package (PPKG) that could help with your setup.
You might want to check out DeployR from 2Pint Software or look into the FFU tool on GitHub. SCCM is another option, but it might be more than you need for just imaging.
Thank you! I'll definitely look into those options.