This action helps with removing pre-installed (OEM) apps that are typically installed with a new device.

Then, it automatically updates the device to the latest version of Windows. This removes any apps that are installed on the device. The Fresh start action literally gives the user a fresh start. *Retain enrollment state and user account requires Windows 10, version 1709 or later. Resets the operating system to its default state and settings.Retain enrollment state and user account* Also, just like the Remove company data action, it enables administrators to simply remove devices from Microsoft Intune that are no longer needed, being repurposed, or missing. This action cannot be reverted.īy using the Factory reset action, it’s possible to get devices to a factory default state. When triggering this remote action it is possible to select the Retain enrollment state and user account checkbox, to keep the device enrolled and the user account associated with this device. This removes all personal and company data and settings from this device.

The Factory reset action returns the device to its factory default settings. In this post I’ll try to answer questions like “ What are the differences between these reset options?” and “ When can I use which reset option?”. With the introduction of the remote AutoPilot reset their are now 3 similar features to remotely reset a Windows 10 device: Factory reset, Fresh start and AutoPilot reset. This time no technical configurations, this time I’ll try to provide some guidance about different Windows 10 features to remotely reset a Windows 10 device by using Microsoft Intune. This week something completely different.

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