Hello,
This is my first attempt at Windows Deployment. I'm following the TechNet steps on Basic Windows Deployment, /en-us/library/hh825212.aspx. I am currently on Step 3, Option 2 (working with HP ElitePads so DVD isn't an option, using USB) and have an issue during the setup.
Windows PE boots and then I run the command:
F:\WindowsSetup\setup /unattend:F:\autounattend.xml
Windows Setup starts, after preparing installation to 100% and performing the necessary updates, the computer restarts. When it restarts, Windows PE boots again from the USB. I am not sure how to proceed at this point. I have tried removing the USB during the restart and then setup continues but runs into an error of missing OOBE (because the USB is removed). The Step by Step guide doesn't seem to address this.
How do I go about this? I've checked the BIOS and unfortunately, booting from USB is the only option shown (that and OS Boot Manager). Is there some component in the answer file I am missing? I believe I have included the necessary ones according to the TechNet articles I have followed.
Thank you in advance!
Edit: Realized I shouldn't need the USB Drive after the restart and the error is probably in the answer file. Here is the error I am receiving:
"Windows could not parse or process unattend answer file for pass [oobeSystem] The settings specified in the answer file cannot be applied. The error was detected while processing settings for component [Microsoft-Windows-Shell-Setup]."
Edit 2:
I resolved the issue, there was an invalid character in the User Name.. doh! Feeling a bit silly right now.