Laptop replacement scripts for a corporate environment
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Author: Alexander Squier | [email protected] Time to complete script: ~7 min 30s(6 minutes unattended. 1min 30s attended.) Time to complete lite: ~2 minutes
Required Permissions: Standard User
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This script helps aid in the successful setup, and testing of all needed functions of the standard laptop.
This script also functions as a guide or training aid for those who are just stepping into the role of an EOL Technician as it offers what is essentially a checklist of what to do during this process.
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This is an application for backing up and restoring laptops to expidite the setup process for replacements and first time configuration.
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The Backup
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User prefences are backed up for Avaya and browsers and outlook
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Outlook registry values are backed up for easy restore
The Restore
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The clock ID is automatically collected.
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All microsoft apps are closed
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A Group Policy update is ran. This fixes many issues related to Drives and other things controlled by Group Policy.
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Drivers with frequent issues are disabled. (IPv6 and Intel Smart Sound Tech.)
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Outlook is started
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Adobe Acrobat is set to default PDF reader
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The user prefences in are restored (Avaya, Browsers, Outlook)
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The script automatically enables bookmarks and favorites bar on Edge and Chrome
10.Testing is preformed on DNS and internet connectivity
- Finally the technician is told to restart the computer and press enter to exit the script.