How to enroll a Windows device?

How to enroll a Windows device?

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In this KB article, We will explain how to enroll a windows device on WeGuard Enterprise Portal.

WeGuard platform provides a couple of ways to enroll Windows devices. They being,
  1. Code-based enrollment

  2. Bulk enrollment

Note: WeGuard supports Windows 10 & higher laptops & desktops (IoT devices) with Professional (Pro), Enterprise, Business, and Education editions.

This article explains the step-by-step procedure for both methods.

Code-based Enrollment (Also known as Federated Enrollment method) :

  • On the targeted device (laptop or desktop), log in as device administrator and open MS Edge browser.

  • Login to the WeGuard console.

  • On the top right corner, notice the setting icon (beside profile name), tap on it and go to "Settings."

  • On the account SETTINGS page, notice the "WINDOWS ENROLLMENT" tab and tap on it.

  • Click on the enrollment URL (a long URL)

  • You will be redirected to a new tab to set up Microsoft Account for Work or School. Click on Open.

  • In the Work or School account setup page, Do not edit the email and URL. Click Next.



  • Wait for the enrollment completion. 

  • Once the account is set up, the device will be enrolled with WeGuard®.



  • Notice the enrollment details on the device in Accounts > Access work or school.



  • Right after enrollment, the device (laptop or desktop) will be associated with the "Default Windows" policy.

 

Zero Touch Enrollment (Also known as Certificated-based Enrollment method) :

  • Login to WeGuard console.

  • On the top right corner, notice the setting icon (beside profile name), tap on it and go to "Settings."

  • On the account SETTINGS page, notice the "WINDOWS ENROLLMENT" tab and tap on it.

  • On the enrollment page, notice the "Bulk Enrollment" section. 



  • There are 3 enrollment procedures available, they being

    • PPKG

    • ZIP

    • EXE



  • Based on the preference, select the format and click on Download.



  • Once the file is generated, it will download automatically.

  • Transfer the installation package to the targeted device and double click on the file.

  • The installation & enrollment process would run in the background. Once finished, the device will be automatically associated with the "Default Windows" policy.

  • To review enrollment information, go to Settings > Accounts > Access work or school.

  • On successful enrollment, the device will start showing up in the WeGuard console.

  • Henceforth, it can be fully controlled through policy configuration.


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