A Windows Deployment Services (WDS) server is a Microsoft server technology used to deploy Windows operating systems over a network. It allows administrators to automate the installation of Windows on multiple computers without needing physical media, making it efficient for large-scale deployments. WDS supports both PXE (Preboot Execution Environment) booting and multicast transmission, enabling organizations to manage and deploy images easily across their networks.
To configure Windows Deployment Services (WDS) on Windows Server 2008, first, install the WDS role through the Server Manager. After installation, launch the Windows Deployment Services console, right-click on the server node, and select "Configure Server" to initialize the service. Follow the wizard to specify the transport protocol, choose the location for the Remote Install folder, and configure DHCP options if necessary. Finally, add boot and install images to the WDS server to enable deployment.
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In windows 2008 you can install 7 configure WDS not RIS support.
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Windows Deployment Services (WDS)
WDS can stand for many of different things. The term WDS is an acronym slang for the word "Words." WDS also means Windows Deployment Services or Wireless Distribution System.
you need a boot.wim image file from win 7 installation disk, or a Window PE
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