Image Assist Timeline

Create and Order a Custom Dynamic Image with Dell Image Assist

Build: Create a VM (4 CPUs, 4GB RAM, 100GB disk), install Windows, add apps, and take a snapshot. (approx. 1/2 day)
Capture: Download and run Dell Image Assist in the VM to capture the image. (approx. 1/2 day)
Test: Copy the WIM to a DIA USB with Family Driver Pack/s. Boot a system from USB and run the restore tool. (approx. 1/2 day)
Order: Place an order with custom imaging attached to the PC’s. (approx. 1/2 day)
Project: Configuration Services Project Manager engaged to begin project setup (1-2 days)
Upload: Use Dell File Transfer App to log in, select your project, and upload the image. (.5 day)
Engineer: Project is engineered for production orders. (5-7 days)
Validate: Dell applies the image to a sample PC (First Article) for your review. (online 1 day OR physical 2 weeks w/ supply chain dependency)
Ship: Once validated, release orders. (Varies by supply chain)