What is the "ADK" and why do I need it?

Learn how to install the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (WADK) to create an ADF collection key.

The Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (ADK) is required to create a Collection Key to conduct boot scans. The ADK must be installed in its default location and have the features "Preinstallation Environment and Deployment Tools" selected to be installed.

For offline installation:

  1. Download the ADFSetup.exe from WADK
  2. In the Specify Location screen, choose the second option that reads: "Download the Windows Assessment and Deployment Toolkit for installation on a separate computer". (The exact wording might differ, depending on the version of ADK.)
  3. Follow the on-screen instruction to finish downloading Windows ADK