Install Windows From Network [exclusive] Jun 2026

The client downloads the boot image via TFTP (Trivial File Transfer Protocol).

: Mount your Windows ISO and import the files into the MDT console.

Deploy using HTTPS Boot (UEFI 2.5+ standard) instead of TFTP. Windows Server 2022 supports HTTP boot via WDS (port 80/443), which is faster and encrypted via TLS.

: Ensure the folder is shared over the network with "Read" permissions for "Everyone."

: Once the network environment loads, provide your network credentials to access the shared folder and begin the standard Windows setup. Method 3: SMB Share via WinPE (The Manual Way)

This method demands a wired Ethernet connection. If you have a laptop without an Ethernet port, you are back to fumbling with dongles, which defeats the purpose of a "cable-free" experience.

: Use a minimal bootable USB or a simple PXE boot to reach a Command Prompt.