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To add additional drivers for new hardware, follow the directions below.
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Make sure to create properly the folder tree under ldeskpackages$\Drivers folder, otherwise the drivers may not install properly manufacturer (e.g Dell) + model (e.g Optiplex 3020) + os (e.g Win7) + architecture (e.g x64) |
Dell
- Go to http://en.community.dell.com/techcenter/enterprise-client/w/wiki/2065.dell-driver-cab-files-for-enterprise-client-os-deployment.aspx. (You must be logged into the Dell website to access the CAB files) (New page https://www.dell.com/support/driversarticle/us/en/1904/DriversHome/ShowProductSelector?fkey=Drivers_PS
- Select the model computer for which you need the drivers
- Scroll down the list of available drivers to "System management", and download the .cab file - example - T3600 Win7 Driver Cab Packsln312414/dell-command-deploy-driver-packs-for-enterprise-client-os-deployment?lang=en)
- Select your model and OS from the list on the right
- Select "Download Now" on the next page
- Unarchive the .cab file, and place the content of the file in the appropriate \\titan\ldeskpackages$\Drivers\Dell\ folder
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- Go to http://support.lenovo.com/en_US/downloads/default.page
- Use the product selector to select the appropriate type, series, and subseries. Make sure you select "All machine types".
- Go to the enterprise management section and download the necessary SCCM package. It will be an exe. Run the exe to extract the drivers to a folder
- Copy the extracted contents in the appropriate \\titan\ldeskpackages$\Drivers\Lenovo\ folder
Determining the Folder Name
DPInst is looking for a specific folder name when it's called to install drivers for your model. If it doesn't see this name it will not install anything. To determine what this name should be:
- On the model of computer you'd like to add, copy Detect_Manuf_Model.exe from \\titan\ldeskpackages$\drivers to the desktop.
- Open up a command prompt, navigate to the file's location and then execute the file
- The name listed next to model is what the folder should be called
- For Lenovos, the model will display as "XXXXXyyyyy Friendly Name" (eg "031942U ThinkPad Edge") Please only use the Friendly name for the folder name ("ThinkPad Edge")