Microsoft Deployment ToolKit Task Sequencing error Failed to find a valid network adapter

Question

Microsoft Deployment ToolKit Task Sequencing error Failed to find a valid network adapter

Answer 1

The error "Failed to find a valid network adapter" during the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT) task sequencing process typically indicates that the network adapter drivers are not loaded correctly in Windows PE. Here are some possible solutions to address this issue:

1. Driver Conflict: Ensure that there are no driver conflicts. When configuring the Windows PE image in the Deployment Workbench, create a Windows PE drivers group that contains only the network adapter and storage drivers. This can help avoid conflicts with other drivers that may be included in the image.
2. Missing Drivers: Verify that the correct network adapter drivers are included in the Out-of-Box Drivers list and that they are compatible with the version of Windows PE being used.
3. Insufficient Resources: Check if the target computer has sufficient RAM. Windows PE requires at least 512 MB of RAM to function properly. If the target computer has less than this, it may not be able to load the necessary drivers.
4. Network Configuration: Ensure that the network adapter on the target computer is properly configured and that it is set to the same speed as the switch or router it is connected to.

By addressing these areas, you should be able to resolve the issue with the network adapter not being found during the deployment process.

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References:

• Troubleshooting Reference for the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit