You can learn 2 ways to create Windows 11 image for deployment in this article. Read this article carefully and then choose the kind of method that works for you.
There may be different reasons why many people deploy Windows 11 to multiple computers these days, but there are two broad categories.
Next, I will share with you two easy ways to create Windows 11 image that you can then use to deploy Windows 11 to multiple computers. One way is to professional third-party deployment software, the other is to use Windows 11 Media Creation Tool to do it. You can choose either of them according to your needs.
Although you can create Windows 11 image for deployment with the Media Creation Tool, it's hard to work with, especially for greenhorn computer users. And it has relatively few features. If you want an easier and more useful way to create Windows 11 image to deploy to other computers, you can try these 2 powerful combined third-party software provided below.
You need to backup your computer's system first with the help of AOMEI Backupper Standard, and then use AOMEI Image Deploy to restore it to multiple client computers. AOMEI Image Deploy is an excellent tool for Windows 11 deployment and can deploy images to unlimited computers at the same time. It has the following advantages:
π§ Easy to use: It has a very clear user interface and provides you with a step-by-step wizard guide. You can get started quickly. π§ Real-time process monitoring: You can monitor the IP addresses of all client computers and their recovery status in real-time, and you can manage all client computers remotely. π§ Supports multiple operating systems: It supports Windows 11/10/8.1/8/7/Vista/XP and Windows Server 2003/2008(R2)/2011/2012(R2)/2016.
If you don't want to download two software, then you can choose the all-in-one backup and recovery software - AOMEI Backupper Technician or Tech Plus to complete your system backup and image deployment. In addition, you can also use various other functions on the software, including backup, restore, clone, create bootable disks, etc. to protect your computer in all aspects.
π Note: The standalone AOMEI Image Deploy only supports BIOS boot, while the integrated AOMEI Image Deploy in AOMEI Backupper Technician/ Technician Plus supports both BIOS and UEFI boot.
The preparation and steps are the same. Next, I will show you how to use the two AOMEI software to create Windows 11 image for deployment. It is also applied to creating Windows 10 image for deployment.
To deploy Windows 11 to multiple computers on the same network, you need to first create a custom Windows 11/10 image with AOMEI Backupper.
Remove SID on the well-configured server computer. Press Win + R and enter sysprep in the textbox to find Sysprep.exe. Run it and choose Enter System OOBE, tick Generalize option, and select Shutdown. This step is necessary for users to avoid compatible issues after deployment.
π Note: If you want to clone disks over network, select Disk Backup under the Backup tab to create a disk image for deployment.
Before installing Windows 11 on multiple computers, you need to do some preparation work.
Once you have completed all the preparations, you can follow these steps to deploy Windows 11 to multiple computers. Download AOMEI Image Deploy, install and open it.
π Notes: π If you do not need to add additional drives, you can simply select the first option. π To deploy images over the network, you must have a DHCP server on your LAN. If not, please check "Enable DHCP".
π Notes: π IP preset and deploying image to computers with different hardware is only available in AOMEI Image Deploy Technician Edition.
Windows Media Creation Tool is a tool provided by Microsoft that can help you upgrade your PC or laptop to the latest version of Windows. It can also help you perform reinstallation and even create a bootable installation USB drive. It is completely free and you can simply download the media creation tool through the relevant section of the official website.
π Note: If you advance to the next step, the USB drive you selected will be formatted (all data on it is deleted). Therefore, it is recommended that you create a USB backup in advance if there are important files on it.
After deploying Windows 11 image to multiple computers, you’d better create a backup for each computer regularly. AOMEI Cyber Backup, the best backup software for businesses of all sizes, can help you easily backup multiple Windows computers at once and restore them whenever you need.
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To make backups for client computers, just log in AOMEI Cyber Backup, and add the Windows 11 device that you want to backup. Then click Backup Task on the left menu bar and select Backup Task > Create New Task.
To restore data on client computers, you need to click Backup Task on the left menu bar and click the three dots icon on the task you want to restore. Then select Restore from the drop-down menu.
Note: AOMEI Cyber Backup can not only help you backup physical machines but also virtual machines. It enables you to backup Hyper-V and VMware easily.
#1. How do I create a custom Windows 11 installation media?
You can download the Windows 11 Media Creation Tool, select "Create installation media for another PC", and follow the on-screen guide to customize installation options, like UUPDump to create a bloat-free Windows 11 install disk, as needed.
#2. How to custom install Windows 11 from USB?
To custom install Windows 11 from a USB drive, you should create a USB installation device and inset it to start the installation, then choose the "Custom" (advanced) option to select the disk partition where you want to install Windows 11 and continue to finish the installation process.
#3. How do I create an ISO image of my operating system?
You can create a system ISO image with the Windows Media Creation Tool directly.
#4. Is Microsoft Deployment Toolkit compatible with Windows 11?
According to users, it is possible to deploy Windows 11 with Microsoft Deployment Toolkit(MDT). However, to make sure your Microsoft Deployment Toolkit is compatible with deploying Windows 11, you need to ensure that your MDT installation is the latest available.
If you need to create Window 11 image for deployment, both Media Creation Tool and AOMEI Image Deploy can help you. You can choose according to your needs. But to be honest, the second method is easier. You can use AOMEI Backupper to backup your system, and then use AOMEI Image Deploy to install it on multiple computers, which can save you time and effort. Just download it and try it out for yourself!