Use the same, or later client version than the client version that is used to back up your Microsoft Windows systems. For more information, see the Microsoft ADK installation instructions.Ģ. Obtain the IBM Spectrum Protect backup-archive client package that you want to include in the WinPE image. If you use ADK version 1809, install the Deployment Tools feature from the ADK, then install the separate WinPE add-on for the ADK. Beginning with ADK version 1809, the Windows Preinstallation Environment (WinPE) feature is moved into a separate installation package.
For more information, see Microsoft knowledge base article KB4458469 and IBM APAR IT26393. The WinPE in ADK version 1803 is based on Microsoft Windows version 1803, and Windows 1803 has a known issue that causes the backup-archive client to appear hung when you enter the node password. The WinPE in ADK 1703 has an issue that can prevent successful restore of EFI system partition files. During installation of the ADK, choose the Deployment Tools and Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE) features.
If you need help with installing the ADK, or you have other questions about the ADK, contact Microsoft support for assistance. Go to and search for Windows ADK download. 1. Obtain and install the Microsoft Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK).
