What does it mean to 'preload' a configuration with the Device Setup Tool?
Preloading a configuration with the ManageXR Device Setup Tool downloads and caches all of the content and settings, e.g., apps, videos, files, system settings, etc., from your target configuration onto your connected devices during the initial ManageXR installation. If you're using Pico devices, and your configuration is targeting firmware, our tool will preload the PUI version as long as your device isn't on a newer PUI version. It will even connect directly to the WiFi network you have deployed to your configuration!
What are the advantages?
Preloading configurations are particularly useful when you're setting up many devices at once. It accelerates your provisioning by downloading configuration content to your computer and loading it onto your device over the wire. Because the configuration contents are cached on your computer, the next device you set up will not have to download any content at all, speeding up setup times and reducing internet bandwidth requirements.
If you don't select "ManageXR and Configuration Content" in the Device Setup Tool, each device waits until it comes online to download its configuration content. Then, it downloads all content and settings on its own over the internet.
How to Preload a Configuration onto your device:
Create your Configuration in the ManageXR Web Console. Add your desired content, device settings, WiFi credentials, and more! Learn more about building configurations.
Select ManageXR and Configuration Content in the Device Setup Tool.
Select your desired configuration from the drop-down menu and select Install.
Success! You've installed ManageXR on your device, along with all the content and settings in your configuration.
If you're looking for more tips on how to set up many devices at once, see our Bulk Device Setup Guide!
FAQs
Where are cached files stored on my computer before they're downloaded on the device?
Where are cached files stored on my computer before they're downloaded on the device?
On Windows computers, you can find the cached files in the AppData\Roaming folder.
How long does cached content stay available on the Device Setup Tool?
How long does cached content stay available on the Device Setup Tool?
The Device Setup Tool cache will stay available forever or until the cache is manually cleared.
Need more help?
Talk to a member of our team using the chat bubble in the bottom right of your screen, or reach out to support@managexr.com