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What is the UIU?

The Universal Imaging Utility (UIU) remains the only software application that works with any Windows OS deployment solution, including Ghost, MECM/SCCM, MDT, DISM, Altiris etc., to automatically deliver every applicable driver to any PC, regardless of manufacturer or model, for true hardware independent hard drive imaging. 

UIU Versions

MDT Plug-in Features

  • Full integration with the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) for Windows.

  • Completely automate driver management within the framework of the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit. One Task Sequence may be deployed to any PC, regardless of manufacturer or model.

  • Eliminates the need for MDT admins to locate, test, organize and package drivers.

  • The UIU Driver Database currently includes over 62,000 plug-n-play IDs, which are continuously updated by Big Bang, ensuring complete driver coverage for both older and brand new hardware.

  • Licensing includes utilities to inject boot-critical UIU drivers into a pre-built WinPE image or to simplify the creation of a custom WinPE image with UIU drivers.

  • Compatibility for Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 , Windows 10, and Windows Thin PC.

Free Trial

The UIU plug-in for MDT Trial includes the complete UIU database of over 62,000 unique PnP IDs. Need help? UIU Support is also included.

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How does the UIU work?

Used in conjunction with your existing deployment solution, the UIU completely automates driver management by accessing Big Bang's fully-maintained, comprehensive driver database. The UIU currently includes over 62,000 Plug-and-Play IDs, which are continuously updated and tested by Big Bang.

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MDT Plug-in Process

It's quick and easy to setup and run the UIU with MDT. 


  1. Follow the wizard to install the UIU plug-in for MDT.

  2. Create a new or edit an existing Task Sequence and include the UIU Machine Configuration Step.

  3. Deploy as you normally would to any PC, regardless of hardware.

  4. During deployment, the UIU will determine the hardware of the target PC, then the UIU will retrieve and stage the necessary drivers for each individual target PC.

  5. Run UIU Updates regularly and never have to touch a driver ever again!

Please review the UIU plug-in for MDT Install and User Guides, and contact us with questions.

Webinars

Want to see how it works? Attend a UIU Webinar and receive a $25 Amazon gift card just for participating.

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