Getting started

How do I install a Device Agent on Windows manually or using GPO (Group Policy Objects)?

  1. Log in to the Security Center.
  2. Click Asset Manager.
  3. Click Devices.
  4. Click +New device.
  5. Click Deployment:
    • Package: Click on the download icon to download the Device Agent (we are using the Microsoft Windows MSI package for Device Agent for Windows).
    • Token: Choose your previously created token.
  6. Start the installation wizard for the device agent and click Next.
    In the configuration settings:

  7. You can either manually fill out the fields or copy the unique deployment token and pre-configured Endpoints to finalize the installation.
  8. Go with one of the alternatives below (command-line or GPO).
  9. Done!

Command-line (CMD)

  1. Copy the installation command and argument from the Security Center.
  2. Confirm that the data is correct.
  3. Confirm if you need to use a proxy. If needed, you will need to add that as an argument to the installation arguments with a proper endpoint (optional).
  4. Initiate the installation.

Example:

GPO

  1. For GPO installation, please refer to the Microsoft documentation (external link):
    https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/windows-server/group-policy/use-group-policy-to-install-software
  2. Use the same command line arguments in GPO deployment.