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Understanding MDT's integration with SQL

logitech 155 Reputation points
2024-08-18T16:43:33.82+00:00

Can someone explain the integration between MDT and SQL? Specifically, how does MDT utilize SQL to accomplish tasks like storing deployment data, tracking deployment progress, and managing deployment configurations? Are there any SQL databases or tables that MDT relies on?

Any information on how MDT works with SQL would be appreciated.

Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
Microsoft Deployment Toolkit
A collection of Microsoft tools and documentation for automating desktop and server deployment. Previously known as Microsoft Solution Accelerator for Business Desktop Deployment (BDD).
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  1. Marcin Policht 23,545 Reputation points MVP
    2024-08-18T17:12:17.3+00:00

    Here you go:

    1. Storing Deployment Data:
    • MDT can use a SQL Server database to store information about computer deployments, such as computer names, MAC addresses, roles, and other configurations. This centralized storage allows for easier management and reporting on deployments across the organization.
    • The MDT Deployment Workbench allows you to configure a SQL Server database connection, enabling MDT to query and write data to the SQL database during the deployment process.
    1. Tracking Deployment Progress:
    • During the deployment process, MDT can write progress information to the SQL database. This includes details like which phase of the deployment a particular machine is in, errors encountered, and the overall status of the deployment.
    • This information can be used for reporting purposes, allowing administrators to monitor deployments in real-time and troubleshoot issues more effectively.
    1. Managing Deployment Configurations:
    • MDT can query the SQL database to dynamically assign configurations to target machines during deployment. For example, based on criteria like the computer’s MAC address or UUID, MDT can determine which task sequence, applications, and settings to apply during deployment.
    • The SQL database can store different roles or profiles, each associated with specific settings or task sequences, which are then applied dynamically during deployment.
    1. SQL Databases and Tables:
    • MDT Database: MDT typically uses a custom SQL database that administrators set up specifically for deployment purposes. This database is configured within the MDT Deployment Workbench.
    • Key Tables: Some of the key tables within the MDT database include:
      • ComputerIdentity: Stores information about each computer that is deployed, including its unique identifier (like MAC address) and associated deployment settings.
      • Role: Defines roles that can be assigned to computers, each role having specific deployment configurations.
      • Settings: Stores various deployment settings, such as task sequences, applications, and OS configurations, linked to computers or roles.
      • Progress: Tracks the deployment progress for each computer.

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    hth

    Marcin

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