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- name: Delivery Optimization for Windows updates
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- name: Windows 10 deployment considerations
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- name: Windows 10 infrastructure requirements
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title: Windows 10 deployment considerations (Windows 10)
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description: There are new deployment options in Windows 10 that help you simplify the deployment process and automate migration of existing settings and applications.
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manager: aaroncz
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ms.author: frankroj
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ms.service: windows-client
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ms.localizationpriority: medium
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author: frankroj
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ms.topic: conceptual
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ms.subservice: itpro-deploy
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ms.date: 10/28/2022
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---
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# Windows 10 deployment considerations
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**Applies to**
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- Windows 10
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There are new deployment options in Windows 10 that help you simplify the deployment process and automate migration of existing settings and applications.
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For many years, organizations have deployed new versions of Windows using a "wipe and load" deployment process. At a high level, this process captures existing data and settings from the existing device, deploys a new custom-built Windows image to a PC, injects hardware drivers, reinstalls applications, and finally restores the data and settings. With Windows 10, this process is still fully supported, and for some deployment scenarios is still necessary.
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Windows 10 also introduces two additional scenarios that organizations should consider:
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- **In-place upgrade**, which provides a simple, automated process that uses the Windows setup process to automatically upgrade from an earlier version of Windows. This process automatically migrates existing data, settings, drivers, and applications.
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- **Dynamic provisioning**, which enables organizations to configure new Windows 10 devices for organization use without having to deploy a new custom organization image to the device.
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Both of these scenarios eliminate the image creation process altogether, which can greatly simplify the deployment process.
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So how do you choose? At a high level:
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| Consider ... | For these scenarios |
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| In-place upgrade | - When you want to keep all (or at least most) existing applications<br/>- When you don't plan to significantly change the device configuration (for example, BIOS to UEFI) or operating system configuration (for example, x86 to x64, language changes, Administrators to non-Administrators, Active Directory domain consolidations)<br/>- To migrate from Windows 10 to a later Windows 10 release |
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| Traditional wipe-and-load | - When you upgrade significant numbers of applications along with the new Windows OS<br/>- When you make significant device or operating system configuration changes<br/>- When you "start clean". For example, scenarios where it isn't necessary to preserve existing apps or data (for example, call centers) or when you move from unmanaged to well-managed PCs<br/>- When you migrate from Windows Vista or other previous operating system versions |
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| Dynamic provisioning | - For new devices, especially in "choose your own device" scenarios when simple configuration (not reimaging) is all that is required. <br/>- When used in combination with a management tool (for example, an MDM service like Microsoft Intune) that enables self-service installation of user-specific or role-specific apps |
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## Migration from previous Windows versions
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For existing PCs running Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, in-place upgrade is the recommended method for Windows 10 deployment and should be used whenever possible. Although wipe-and-load (OS refresh) deployments are still fully supported (and necessary in some scenarios, as mentioned previously), in-place upgrade is simpler and faster, and enables a faster Windows 10 deployment overall.
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The original Windows 8 release was only supported until January 2016. For devices running Windows 8.0, you can update to Windows 8.1 and then upgrade to Windows 10.
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For PCs running operating systems older than Windows 7, you can perform wipe-and-load (OS refresh) deployments when you use compatible hardware.
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For organizations with Software Assurance for Windows, both in-place upgrade or wipe-and-load can be used (with in-place upgrade being the preferred method, as previously discussed).
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For organizations that didn't take advantage of the free upgrade offer and aren't enrolled in Software Assurance for Windows, Windows 10 upgrade licenses are available for purchase through existing Volume License (VL) agreements.
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## Setting up new computers
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For new computers acquired with Windows 10 preinstalled, you can use dynamic provisioning scenarios to transform the device from its initial state into a fully configured organization PC. There are two primary dynamic provisioning scenarios you can use:
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- **User-driven, from the cloud.** By joining a device into Microsoft Entra ID and leveraging the automatic mobile device management (MDM) provisioning capabilities at the same time, an end user can initiate the provisioning process themselves just by entering the Microsoft Entra account and password (called their "work or school account" within Windows 10). The MDM service can then transform the device into a fully configured organization PC. For more information, see [Microsoft Entra integration with MDM](/windows/client-management/mdm/azure-active-directory-integration-with-mdm).
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- **IT admin-driven, using new tools.** Using the new Windows Imaging and Configuration Designer (ICD) tool, IT administrators can create provisioning packages that can be applied to a computer to transform it into a fully configured organization PC. For more information, see [Windows Imaging and Configuration Designer](/windows/configuration/provisioning-packages/provisioning-install-icd).
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In either of these scenarios, you can make various configuration changes to the PC:
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- Transform the edition (SKU) of Windows 10 that is in use.
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- Apply configuration and settings to the device (for example, security settings, device restrictions, policies, Wi-Fi and VPN profiles, certificates, and so on).
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- Install apps, language packs, and updates.
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- Enroll the device in a management solution (applicable for IT admin-driven scenarios, configuring the device just enough to allow the management tool to take over configuration and ongoing management).
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## Stay up to date
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For computers using the [General Availability Channel](../update/waas-overview.md#general-availability-channel), you can deploy these upgrades by using various methods:
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- Windows Update or Windows Update for Business, for devices where you want to receive updates directly from the Internet.
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- Windows Server Update Services (WSUS), for devices configured to pull updates from internal servers after they're approved (deploying like an update).
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- Configuration Manager task sequences.
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- Configuration Manager software update capabilities (deploying like an update).
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These upgrades (which are installed differently than monthly updates) use an in-place upgrade process. Unlike updates, which are relatively small, these upgrades include a full operating system image (around 3 GB for 64-bit operating systems), which requires time (1-2 hours) and disk space (approximately 10 GB) to complete. Ensure that the deployment method you use can support the required network bandwidth and/or disk space requirements.
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The upgrade process is also optimized to reduce the overall time and network bandwidth consumed.
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## Related articles
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[Windows 10 infrastructure requirements](windows-10-infrastructure-requirements.md)
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title: Windows 10 Enterprise FAQ for IT pros (Windows 10)
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title: 'Windows 10 Enterprise: FAQ for IT professionals'
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summary: Get answers to common questions around compatibility, installation, and support for Windows 10 Enterprise.
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sections:
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- name: Download and requirements
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Where can I download Windows 10 Enterprise?
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If you have Windows volume licenses with Software Assurance, or if you have purchased licenses for Windows 10 Enterprise volume licenses, you can download 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Windows 10 Enterprise from the [Volume Licensing Service Center](https://www.microsoft.com/Licensing/servicecenter/default.aspx). If you don't have current Software Assurance for Windows and would like to purchase volume licenses for Windows 10 Enterprise, contact your preferred Microsoft Reseller or see [How to purchase through Volume Licensing](https://www.microsoft.com/Licensing/how-to-buy/how-to-buy.aspx).
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What are the system requirements?
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For details, see [Windows 10 Enterprise system requirements](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/Windows-10-specifications#areaheading-uid09f4).
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What are the hardware requirements for Windows 10?
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Most computers that are compatible with Windows 8.1 will be compatible with Windows 10. You may need to install updated drivers in Windows 10 for your devices to properly function. For more information, see [Windows 10 specifications](https://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-10-specifications).
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- question: |
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Can I evaluate Windows 10 Enterprise?
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answer: |
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Yes, a 90-day evaluation of Windows 10 Enterprise is available through the [Evaluation Center](https://www.microsoft.com/evalcenter/evaluate-windows-10-enterprise). The evaluation is available in Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil), and Spanish (Spain, International Sort). We highly recommend that organizations make use of the Windows 10 Enterprise 90-day Evaluation to try out deployment and management scenarios, test compatibility with hardware and applications, and to get hands on experience with Windows 10 Enterprise features.
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- name: Drivers and compatibility
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questions:
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Where can I find drivers for my devices for Windows 10 Enterprise?
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For many devices, drivers will be automatically installed in Windows 10 and there will be no need for further action.
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- For some devices, Windows 10 may be unable to install drivers that are required for operation. If your device drivers aren't automatically installed, visit the manufacturer's support website for your device to download and manually install the drivers. If Windows 10 drivers aren't available, the most up-to-date drivers for Windows 8.1 will often work in Windows 10.
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- For some devices, the manufacturer may provide more up-to-date drivers or drivers that enable more functionality than the drivers installed by Windows 10. Always follow the recommendations of the device manufacturer for optimal performance and stability.
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- Some computer manufacturers provide packs of drivers for easy implementation in management and deployment solutions like the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) or Microsoft Configuration Manager. These driver packs contain all of the drivers needed for each device and can greatly simplify the process of deploying Windows to a new make or model of computer. Driver packs for some common manufacturers include:
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- [HP driver pack](https://www.hp.com/us-en/solutions/client-management-solutions/drivers-pack.html)
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- [Dell driver packs for enterprise client OS deployment](https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/000124139/dell-command-deploy-driver-packs-for-enterprise-client-os-deployment)
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- [Lenovo Configuration Manager and MDT package index](https://support.lenovo.com/us/en/solutions/ht074984)
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- [Panasonic Driver Pack for Enterprise](https://pc-dl.panasonic.co.jp/itn/drivers/driver_packages.html)
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Where can I find out if an application or device is compatible with Windows 10?
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Many existing Win32 and Win64 applications already run reliably on Windows 10 without any changes. You can also expect strong compatibility and support for Web apps and devices.
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Which deployment tools support Windows 10?
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Updated versions of Microsoft deployment tools, including Microsoft Configuration Manager, MDT, and the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (Windows ADK) support Windows 10.
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- [Microsoft Configuration Manager](/mem/configmgr) simplifies the deployment and management of Windows 10. If you aren't currently using it, download a free 180-day trial of [Microsoft Configuration Manager (current branch)](https://www.microsoft.com/evalcenter/evaluate-microsoft-endpoint-configuration-manager).
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- [MDT](/mem/configmgr/mdt) is a collection of tools, processes, and guidance for automating desktop and server deployment.
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- The [Windows ADK](/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install) has tools that allow you to customize Windows images for large-scale deployment, and test system quality and performance. You can download the latest version of the Windows ADK for Windows 10 from the Hardware Dev Center.
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Can I upgrade computers from Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 without deploying a new image?
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Computers running Windows 7 or Windows 8.1 can be upgraded directly to Windows 10 through the in-place upgrade process without a need to reimage the device. For more information, see [Upgrade to Windows 10 with Microsoft Configuration Manager](/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-10/deployment/deploy-windows-cm/upgrade-to-windows-10-with-configuration-manager).
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Can I upgrade from Windows 7 Enterprise or Windows 8.1 Enterprise to Windows 10 Enterprise for free?
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If you have Windows 7 Enterprise or Windows 8.1 Enterprise and current Windows 10 Enterprise E3 or E5 subscription, you're entitled to the upgrade to Windows 10 Enterprise through the rights of Software Assurance. You can find your product keys and installation media at the [Volume Licensing Service Center](https://www.microsoft.com/Licensing/servicecenter/default.aspx).
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For devices that are licensed under a volume license agreement for Windows that doesn't include Software Assurance, new licenses will be required to upgrade these devices to Windows 10.
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The Windows 10 operating system introduces a new way to build, deploy, and service Windows: Windows as a service. Microsoft has reimagined each part of the process, to simplify the lives of IT pros and maintain a consistent Windows 10 experience for its customers. These improvements focus on maximizing customer involvement in Windows development, simplifying the deployment and servicing of Windows client computers, and leveling out the resources needed to deploy and maintain Windows over time. For more information, see [Overview of Windows as a service](../update/waas-overview.md).
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Traditional Windows servicing has included several release types: major revisions (for example, Windows 8.1, Windows 8, and Windows 7 operating systems), service packs, and monthly updates. With Windows 10, there are two release types: feature updates that add new functionality two to three times per year, and quality updates that provide security and reliability fixes at least once a month.
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To align with the new method of delivering feature updates and quality updates in Windows 10, Microsoft introduced the concept of servicing channels to allow customers to designate how aggressively their individual devices are updated. For example, an organization may have test devices that the IT department can update with new features as soon as possible, and then specialized devices that require a longer feature update cycle to ensure continuity. With that in mind, Microsoft offers two servicing channels for Windows 10: General Availability Channel, and Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC). For details about the versions in each servicing channel, see [Windows 10 release information](/windows/release-health/release-information). For more information on each channel, see [servicing channels](../update/waas-overview.md#servicing-channels).
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- Microsoft Configuration Manager
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For more information, see [Servicing Tools](../update/waas-overview.md#servicing-tools).
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Where can I find information about new features and changes in Windows 10 Enterprise?
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For an overview of the new enterprise features in Windows 10 Enterprise, see [What's new in Windows 10](/windows/whats-new/) and [What's new in Windows 10, version 1703](/windows/whats-new/whats-new-windows-10-version-1703) in the Docs library.
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Another place to track the latest information about new features of interest to IT professionals is the [Windows for IT Pros blog](https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/windows-it-pro-blog/bg-p/Windows10Blog). Here you'll find announcements of new features, information on updates to the Windows servicing model, and details about the latest resources to help you more easily deploy and manage Windows 10.
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To find out which version of Windows 10 is right for your organization, you can also [compare Windows editions](https://www.microsoft.com/WindowsForBusiness/Compare).
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Windows 10 combines the best aspects of the user experience from Windows 8.1 and Windows 7 to make using Windows simple and straightforward. Users of Windows 7 will find the Start menu in the same location as they always have. In the same place, users of Windows 8.1 will find the live tiles from their Start screen, accessible by the Start button in the same way as they were accessed in Windows 8.1.
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- Start menu is a launching point for access to apps.
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- Universal apps now open in windows instead of full screen.
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- [Multitasking is improved with adjustable Snap](https://blogs.windows.com/windows-insider/2015/06/04/arrange-your-windows-in-a-snap/), which allows you to have more than two windows side-by-side on the same screen and to customize how those windows are arranged.
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- Tablet Mode to simplify using Windows with a finger or pen by using touch input.
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Use the following resources for additional information about Windows 10.
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- [Microsoft Q&A](/answers/)
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- [Microsoft Support Community](https://answers.microsoft.com/)
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title: Windows 10 infrastructure requirements (Windows 10)
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description: Review the infrastructure requirements for deployment and management of Windows 10, prior to significant Windows 10 deployments within your organization.
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manager: aaroncz
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# Windows 10 infrastructure requirements
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There are specific infrastructure requirements that should be in place for the deployment and management of Windows 10. Fulfill these requirements before any Windows 10-related deployments take place.
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## High-level requirements
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For initial Windows 10 deployments, and for subsequent Windows 10 upgrades, ensure that sufficient disk space is available for distribution of the Windows 10 installation files (about 3 GB for Windows 10 x64 images, slightly smaller for x86). Also, be sure to take into account the network impact of moving these large images to each PC; you may need to use local server storage.
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For persistent VDI environments, carefully consider the I/O impact from upgrading large numbers of PCs in a short period of time. Ensure that upgrades are performed in smaller numbers, or during off-peak time periods. (For pooled VDI environments, a better approach is to replace the base image with a new version.)
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## Deployment tools
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The latest version of the Windows Assessment and Deployment Toolkit (ADK) is available for download [here](/windows-hardware/get-started/adk-install).
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Significant enhancements in the ADK for Windows 10 include new runtime provisioning capabilities, which use the Windows Imaging and Configuration Designer (Windows ICD). There's also updated versions of existing deployment tools (DISM, USMT, Windows PE, and more).
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The latest version of the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) is available for download [here](/mem/configmgr/mdt/release-notes).
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For Configuration Manager, Windows 10 version specific support is offered with [various releases](/mem/configmgr/core/plan-design/configs/support-for-windows-10).
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For more information about Microsoft Configuration Manager support for Windows 10, see [Prepare for Zero Touch Installation of Windows 10 with Configuration Manager](/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-10/deployment/deploy-windows-cm/prepare-for-zero-touch-installation-of-windows-10-with-configuration-manager).
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## Management tools
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In addition to Microsoft Configuration Manager, Windows 10 also uses other tools for management. For Windows Server and Active Directory, existing supported versions are fully supported for Windows 10. New Group Policy templates will be needed to configure new settings available in Windows 10; these templates are available in the Windows 10 media images, and are available as a separate download [here](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=625081). See [Group Policy settings reference](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=625082) for a list of the new and modified policy settings. If you're using a central policy store, follow the steps outlined [here](/troubleshoot/windows-server/group-policy/create-central-store-domain-controller) to update the ADMX files stored in that central store.
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No new Active Directory schema updates or specific functional levels are currently required for core Windows 10 product functionality, although subsequent upgrades could require these schema updates to support new features.
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Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) has been updated to support Windows 10. The minimum versions required to support Windows 10 are as follows:
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| Product | Required version |
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|----------------------------------------------------------|--------------------------|
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| Advanced Group Policy Management (AGPM) | AGPM 4.0 Service Pack 3 |
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| Application Virtualization (App-V) | App-V 5.1 |
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| Diagnostics and Recovery Toolkit (DaRT) | DaRT 10 |
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| Microsoft BitLocker Administration and Monitoring (MBAM) | MBAM 2.5 SP1 (2.5 is OK) |
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| User Experience Virtualization (UE-V) | UE-V 2.1 SP1 |
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For more information, see the [MDOP TechCenter](/microsoft-desktop-optimization-pack/).
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For devices you manage with mobile device management (MDM) solutions such as Microsoft Intune, existing capabilities (provided initially in Windows 8.1) are fully supported in Windows 10. New Windows 10 MDM settings and capabilities will require updates to the MDM services. For more information, see [Mobile device management](/windows/client-management/mdm/).
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Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) requires some more configuration to receive updates for Windows 10. Use the Windows Server Update Services admin tool and follow these instructions:
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1. Select the **Options** node, and then select **Products and Classifications**.
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2. In the **Products** tree, select the **Windows 10** and **Windows 10 LTSB** products and any other Windows 10-related items that you want. Select **OK**.
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3. From the **Synchronizations** node, right-click and choose **Synchronize Now**.
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WSUS product list with Windows 10 choices
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Because Windows 10 updates are cumulative in nature, each month's new update will supersede the previous month's update. Consider using "express installation" packages to reduce the size of the payload that needs to be sent to each PC each month. For more information, see [Express installation files](/previous-versions/windows/it-pro/windows-server-2008-R2-and-2008/dd939908(v=ws.10)).
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> [!NOTE]
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> The usage of "express installation" packages will increase the amount of disk storage needed by WSUS, and impacts all operating systems being managed with WSUS.
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## Activation
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Windows 10 volume license editions of Windows 10 will continue to support all existing activation methods (KMS, MAK, and AD-based activation). An update will be required for existing KMS servers:
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| Product | Required update |
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|----------------------------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|
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| Windows 10 | None |
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| Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows 8.1 | [https://support.microsoft.com/kb/3058168](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=625087) |
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| Windows Server 2012 and Windows 8 | [https://support.microsoft.com/kb/3058168](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=625087) |
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| Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7 | [https://support.microsoft.com/kb/3079821](https://support.microsoft.com/kb/3079821) |
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Also see: [Windows Server 2016 Volume Activation Tips](/archive/blogs/askcore/windows-server-2016-volume-activation-tips)
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Additionally, new product keys will be needed for all types of volume license activation (KMS, MAK, and AD-based Activation). These keys are available on the Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC) for customers with rights to the Windows 10 operating system. To find the needed keys:
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- Sign into the [Volume Licensing Service Center (VLSC)](https://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/p/?LinkId=625088) at with a Microsoft account that has appropriate rights.
|
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- For KMS keys, select **Licenses** and then select **Relationship Summary**. Select the appropriate active license ID, and then select **Product Keys** near the right side of the page. For KMS running on Windows Server, find the **Windows Srv 2012R2 DataCtr/Std KMS for Windows 10** product key; for KMS running on client operating systems, find the **Windows 10** product key.
|
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- For MAK keys, select **Downloads and Keys**, and then filter the list by using **Windows 10** as a product. Select the **Key** link next to an appropriate list entry (for example, **Windows 10 Enterprise** or **Windows 10 Enterprise LTSB**) to view the available MAK keys. (You can also find keys for KMS running on Windows 10 in this list. These keys won't work on Windows servers running KMS.)
|
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|
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Windows 10 Enterprise and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC installations use different MAK keys. But you can use the same KMS server or Active Directory-based activation environment for both; the KMS keys obtained from the Volume Licensing Service Center will work with both.
|
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## Related articles
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[Windows 10 servicing options](../update/waas-servicing-strategy-windows-10-updates.md)<br>
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[Windows 10 deployment considerations](windows-10-deployment-considerations.md)<br>
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