Hello Google Community,
I'm reaching out for advice on deploying Google Drive as a silent install on Windows devices using Intune. During a recent interaction with Google Workspace Support, I learned that Google Drive is currently only available as an .exe file, which is incompatible with Intune's requirements for formats like .msi or .appx.
Key Points:
- Objective: Silent installation of Google Drive across our organization's computers managed by Intune.
- Challenge: Intune does not accept the .exe format of the Google Drive installer.
- Google's Response: Direct deployment through Intune isn't currently possible due to format limitations. Manual installation is the only suggested method, for each device/user.
- Personal Troubleshooting Attempt: I used a third-party tool to convert the GoogelDriveFSSetup.exe file to a .msi file. I deployed it in Intune>Apps>Line-of-business app to a group. It installed the "GoogleDriveSetup" file but it didn't actually install Google Drive. It still required the user to click on it and run the install. I want to try and avoid as much user interaction so all they have to do is locate the app and sign-in. I will be creating a script that will locate this file "GoogleDriveFSSetup.exe" on user's computers and launch the install. I will keep you posted on how this turns out. I can't be the only one having these issues.
Seeking Suggestions:
Any insights, workarounds, or alternative methods to achieve this deployment would be immensely helpful. Your expertise and experience could provide valuable guidance in resolving this challenge.
Thanks for your support!
Best, Cristian Farias
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