Preparing to install Notepad++ on all workstations in OU via DSCM.


In this guide, I’ll walk you through the process of preparing a sample application for unattended installation on Windows workstations within an Active Directory (AD) domain using DSCM from a Windows Server. This approach ensures automated, consistent, and hands-free software deployment.

1. Preparing the Application for Deployment

  • Obtain the Installer: Download the latest version of the application installer, preferably in MSI format or an EXE that supports silent installation.
  • Identify Silent Install Parameters: For MSI, use /quiet or /qn. For EXE, check the documentation for available silent switches.
2. Creating the DSCM Configuration
  • Define the Installation Requirements: Specify the application’s desired state, ensuring it installs correctly on all target workstations.
  • Use the Appropriate DSCM Resource: The Package resource is ideal for MSI files, while the Script resource allows executing custom installation commands for EXE files.
3. Deploying the Configuration
  • Distribute the DSCM Script: Push the configuration to workstations using Group Policy, gpedit.msc, or manual execution.
  • Apply the Configuration: Once deployed, DSCM will process the script and install the application without manual intervention.
By following this process, IT administrators can simplify software deployment, ensuring efficiency and uniformity across all Windows workstations in an AD environment.

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