Microsoft Autopilot streamlines the process of setting up and pre-configuring new Windows devices, making them ready for productive use. This guide walks you through the steps to add Windows devices to your organization's Autopilot environment, enabling zero-touch deployment for your users.

Following these instructions will help you register devices with Autopilot and prepare them for automatic enrollment in Microsoft Intune device management.

Prerequisites

• Windows device in Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) state
• Active Microsoft Intune subscription
• Internet connection
• Administrative access to Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Prepare the Device

• Unbox the new Windows device or reset existing device to factory settings
• Connect the device to the internet
• Power on the device and wait for the OOBE screen

2. Start the Autopilot Registration Process

1. On the first OOBE screen, press SHIFT + F10 to open Command Prompt

2. Type PowerShell and press Enter

3. Run the following command to register the device directly with Intune:

   Install-Script -Name Get-WindowsAutoPilotInfo
   Get-WindowsAutoPilotInfo -Online
   

When prompted, sign in with your admin credentials. This method automatically uploads the device information to Intune without requiring manual CSV file handling.

1. Sign in to Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center
2. Navigate to Devices > Windows > Windows enrollment > Devices
3. Verify that your device appears in the list