Deployment of GYTPOL MSI package through Microsoft Intune

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2024
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Step-by-Step Guide for Deploying the GYTPOL MSI Package through Microsoft Intune

This document provides a step-by-step guide on how to deploy the GYTPOL MSI package to enrolled devices using Microsoft Intune.

Download the GYTPOL MSI Installer

Ensure you have downloaded the GYTPOL MSI installer from the System Health screen in the GYTPOL SaaS Console. You can find this in the left menu pane under Settings.

Steps for Deployment

  1. Login to Microsoft Endpoint Manager Admin Center

  2. Navigate to Apps

    1. In the left-hand menu, go to Apps > All apps.

  3. Add a New Intune Application

    • Click on + Add to add a new Intune application for deployment.

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  1. Select App Type

    • From the App type drop-down menu, select Line-of-business app.

  2. Upload the MSI Package

    • Click on App package file to upload the gytpolClient<x86_x64>.MSI file to Intune.

    • Click OK after selecting the file.

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  1. Configure App Information

    • Click on App Information to configure the application details.

    • Fill in the following details:

      • Name: Enter a name for the application (e.g., GYTPOL Sensor).

      • Description: Provide a description for the application.

      • Publisher: GYTPOL LTD.

      • Category: Optionally, select a category for the app.

      • Display this as a featured app in the Company Portal: Check this if you want the app to be featured.

      • Logo: Optionally, upload a logo for the app.

    • Click OK to save the information.

  2. Assignment Options

    • After configuring the app information, the next page will appear for Intune MSI Application Deployment – Assignment Options.

    • Click on the Add Group button from the Assignment tab.

  3. Select Assignment Groups

    • Select the groups where you want to assign this app. There are three assignment types:

      • Required: The app will be automatically installed on devices in the selected group.

      • Available for Enrolled Devices: The app will be available for users to install from the Company Portal.

    • Click on Included groups from Add Group.

  4. Assign Groups

    • In the Assign section, click on Select Groups to select a group for the required assignment.

    • Use the search option to find and select the device/user group you want to deploy to.

    • Click Select to save and close the Select Groups dialog.

    • Click OK to save and close the Assign dialog.

    • Click OK to save and close the Add Group dialog.

  1. Review and Save

    • Click Review + Save to save the assignment settings.

    • Review the values and settings you have entered for the app.

  2. Create the App

    • When you have reviewed all settings, click Create to add the app to Intune.

By following these steps, you should be able to deploy the GYTPOL MSI package through Microsoft Intune successfully.

Syncing an App to an Enrolled Device

After deploying the application through Microsoft Intune, you can manually sync the application to an enrolled device to ensure it gets installed promptly. Follow these steps to sync the app on a Windows 10/11 device:

  1. Go to the Enrolled Device

    • Ensure you have access to a Windows 10/11 device that is enrolled in Intune.

  2. Open Settings

    • Right-click on the Windows icon (Start Menu) in the bottom-left corner of the screen.

    • Select Settings from the context menu.

  3. Navigate to Accounts

    • In the Settings window, click on Accounts.

    • Then, click on Access work or school in the left-hand menu.

  4. Access Work or School Account

    • Locate your work or school account under Access work or school.

    • Click on the account to highlight it.

  5. Sync the Device

    • Click on the Info button to access more details about the account.

  1. In the account details page, click on the Sync button. This will force the device to sync with Intune and apply any pending app installations and policies.

By following these steps, you can manually sync the deployed application to an enrolled device, ensuring it is installed and available for use.

Status/Monitoring – Intune MSI Application Deployment

After deploying the GYTPOL MSI package through Microsoft Intune, you can monitor the status of the deployment to ensure it has been successfully installed on the target devices. Follow these steps to check the deployment status:

Steps for Monitoring Deployment Status

  1. Login to Microsoft Endpoint Manager Admin Center

  2. Navigate to Apps

    • In the left-hand menu, go to Apps > All apps.

  3. Check App Install Status

    • Click on App Install Status to view the status of all applications deployed through Intune.

    • Select the application you want to monitor (e.g., GYTPOL Sensor).

  4. View Application Deployment Status

    • Click on the application name to open its details page.

    • Click on Overview to get a graphical view of the MSI application deployment status. This will display information such as the number of devices the application is installed on, the number of installations pending, and any installation failures.

Detailed Status Information

  • Device Install Status: Shows a list of devices and their individual installation statuses.

  • User Install Status: Displays the installation status for each user if the app was deployed based on user groups.

  • Error Details: Provides detailed error messages for any installation failures, helping you troubleshoot issues.

By following these steps, you can effectively monitor the deployment status of the GYTPOL MSI package and ensure it is successfully installed on all targeted devices.

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