Does WDS support UEFI?

The traditional method to UEFI over PXE is to have Server 2012 (Server 2008 WDS does not support UEFI boot) and Windows Deployment Services setup. Following the steps in this article will allow a non-server OS to allow UEFI PXE boot.

Does WDS use PXE?

PXE is an industry standard created by Intel that provides pre-boot services within the devices firmware that enables devices to download network boot programs to client computers. Configuration Manager relies on the Windows Deployment Services (WDS) server role via the WDS PXE provider.

How do I add a network driver to my WDS?

SOLVED: How to Add Drivers in WDS Windows Deployment Services

  1. Open your WDS MMC, expand the server in question and then expand DRIVERS.
  2. Select ADD DRIVER PACKAGE,
  3. Select SELECT ALL DRIVER PACKAGES FROM A FOLDER and browse to a folder that contains your unpacked drivers.

Does WDS require DHCP?

During a WDS client’s boot process, the normal DHCP traffic occurs. The client broadcasts for an IP address to port UDP 67. Traditionally, only DHCP listened on port UDP 67, but now WDS also listens on port UDP 67 (more on this in a second). When the DHCP server hears the request, it makes an offer.

What is Wdsmgfw EFI?

Wdsmgfw.efi: It is a special NBP developed for use by Windows Deployment Services that serves the following general purposes: 1)Handles prompting the user to press a key to continue PXE boot. 2)Pending devices scenarios.

How does UEFI PXE Boot Work?

PXE Boot Process

  1. The device sends out a DHCP broadcast and states that it needs to PXE boot (you’ve often initiated this request by hitting F12 on the device as it starts up)
  2. The DHCP server picks up this broadcast and replies with a suggested IP address to use.

How do I enable PXE?

Enabling a PXE device:

  1. During startup, press and hold or continuously press F2 to enter the BIOS Setup Utility screen.
  2. Select PXE Device Enable, press Enter, and select Enable from the displayed dialog box. Press Enter to confirm your selection, and press F10 to save the settings and exit.

How do I add drivers to boot image WDS?

To add driver packages to a boot image using the Windows interface

  1. Add the driver package to the server.
  2. In the Windows Deployment Services MMC snap-in, expand the Boot Images node.
  3. Right-click the image that you want to add the driver to, and click Add Driver Packages to Image.

How do I add a network driver to boot Wim?

  1. Open a CMD prompt as Administrator.
  2. Navigate to C:\Mount.
  3. Use the following DISM commands to mount the boot. wim:
  4. Use the following DISM command to add the driver: DISM /Image:C:\Mount\BootWIM /Add-Driver /Driver:C:\Mount\Drivers /recurse.
  5. Use the following DISM command to unmount the Boot. wim:

How do I boot from WDS?

– Press F12 for Network Service Boot (from the WDS server). The machine will start booting via network as shown below. As you can see, the machine is booting via network and windows os files loading starts.