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Create VDI Master Image in HyWorks

Overview

A Master Image is a fully configured Windows VM that HyWorks uses as the template to provision VDI desktops. Prepare the image carefully — every cloned desktop inherits it.


What to install on the master image

  • Windows OS (Server 2019/2022 for SHD; Windows 10/11 for personal VDI)
  • Accops HyWorks DVM Tools (mandatory)
  • All standard applications (Office, browser, line-of-business apps)
  • Latest Windows Updates
  • Sysprep — do not run Sysprep; HyWorks handles this during clone

Warning

Do not domain-join the master image before cloning. HyWorks joins clones to the domain automatically during provisioning.


Step 1 — Create the master image

▶ How to Create VDI Master Image in HyWorks


📖 Gold Master Prerequisites

Use case: Software, configuration, and snapshot requirements for preparing a compliant VDI gold/master image.

📖 DVM Tools Installation Guide

Use case: The HyWorks DVM agent must be installed on every master image — this guide covers the installation steps.


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