Dell Venue 8 Pro 5855 Re-Image Guide
Summary
This comprehensive guide details best practices for imaging and deploying the Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 and 8 Pro 5855 tablets. It provides step-by-step instructions for system administrators on installing validated Microsoft operating systems (Windows 10/8.1) via USB or enterprise solutions like SCCM. The manual covers crucial topics including BIOS updates, recommended network settings, precise partitioning schemes, and the correct install order for all necessary drivers and applications to ensure optimal performance.
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855
Version: X00
28 FEB 2016
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations Business Client Imaging Recommendations Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Version: X00 28 FEB 2016
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations Contents 1 Overview ...........................................................................................................................
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 1 Overview The purpose of this document is to provide details for imaging Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 and 8 Pro 5855 systems with the properly su...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2 Imaging 2.1 Supported Operating Systems The following Microsoft operating systems have been validated for use with the Dell Venue 10 Pro 5...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2. In order to boot to PXE from an Ethernet network device, the UEFI network stack must be enabled. System Configuration->Integrated NIC-...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2.3.1 Two basic methods to install an OS image on the Venue 10 Pro 5056 and 8 Pro 5855 tablets. 1. Hand install from UEFI bootable USB flash...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2. Select “Create installation media for another PC”.
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 3. Select “Language, Edition and Architecture”.
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 4. The MCT can create an ISO image or prepare a USB flash drive to boot the installer. Select “USB flash drive” and click next.
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 5. The MCT will show a list of USB flash drives that it has detected, select the drive to be used as the install device from the list and cl...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 6. When the MCT has completed, select Finish. The USB flash drive is now ready to boot the Windows 10 installer.
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2.3.1.1.2 Windows 8.1 – USB install media creation Download the Windows 8.1 MCT to any workstation running Windows 7 or higher. Run the tool...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations To install the OS using a UEFI bootable USB flash drive with a USB-C dock: For this example, the Dell Dock WD15 was used in conjunction with...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations This method will work for both the Venue 10 Pro 5056 and is the best option for 8 Pro 5855 since it only has the single USB-C port. With the...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations After making the necessary connections and powering on the tablet, as soon as the Dell splash screen is displayed, press the F12 on the keyb...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2.3.2 Installation through Microsoft’s SCCM PXE Boot Setup The Venue 10 Pro 5056 and 8 Pro 5855 both support PXE network booting for connect...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations This technique will work for the Venue 10 Pro 5056 and is best the approach for the Venue 8 Pro 5855. The Venue 10 Pro 5056 and 8 Pro 5855 b...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations 2.3.2.1.1 Booting the system to PXE To PXE boot the tablet, make the necessary USB and network connections then power up the system. As soon...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations Device Drivers / Apps Dell provides pre-packaged driver and app Cab files for OS deployment through SCCM or other deployment services. The C...
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Dell Venue 10 Pro 5056 / 8 Pro 5855 Imaging Recommendations Other Useful Information: Deploying Windows 10 through SCCM: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/mt297520(v=vs.85).aspx Deploying Wi...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What operating systems are supported for the Venue 10 Pro and 8 Pro tablets?
Windows 10 64 Bit and Windows 8.1 64 Bit are validated, both requiring UEFI Mode.
Does this device support legacy or DOS booting methods?
No, the Venue 10 Pro 5056 and 8 Pro 5855 systems only boot in UEFI mode; legacy or DOS boot is not supported.
What should be done before starting an OS image install?
The system BIOS must be updated to the latest version, and all necessary drivers/applications should be installed first. The USB configuration must allow for USB boot.
How are required drivers and applications obtained for optimal performance?
Dell provides these necessary components (which Microsoft doesn't include) via specific URLs on the Dell support page for your device model.