Adobe Acrobat Pro Deployment Guide with Intune

Deploying Adobe Acrobat Pro DC across an organization using Microsoft Intune ensures consistent installation and configuration across all devices. This guide provides clear, step-by-step instructions for a smooth deployment process.

Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure you have the following:

• • Microsoft Intune Access: An active Intune subscription with admin privileges.

• • Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Installer: Downloadable from the Adobe Admin Console.

• • Licenses: Ensure you have the necessary Adobe licenses.

Understanding Adobe Acrobat Pro DC Deployment

Adobe Acrobat Pro DC deployment requires selecting the appropriate installer format. The MSI format is recommended for enterprise deployment due to its compatibility with Intune.

Additionally you can download the MSI app packages from here – Adobe Acrobat Download

Preparing Adobe Acrobat Pro DC for Deployment

Downloading the Acrobat Pro DC Installer

1. 1. Log in to the Adobe Admin Console.

1. 1. Navigate to Packages > Create a Package and select Acrobat Pro DC.

1. 1. Download the generated package or choose the default 64-bit installer for Enterprise or VIP licenses.

1. 1. Unzip the downloaded package to access the Adobe Acrobat files.

Converting the Installer to Intune Format

• • Download the Microsoft Win32 app Prep Tool to from github.

• • Extract the tool and locate the IntuneWinAppUtil.exe file.

• • Run the tool as an administrator.

• • Provide the following inputs in the command window:
    
    • • Source Path: Path to the extracted Adobe files (e.g., C:\Intune\Adobe Acrobat).
    • • Setup File: setup.exe.
    • • Output Path: Path to save the .intunewin file (e.g., C:\Intune\Output).
    • • Catalog Folder: Select N.

• • The packaging process will create the Setup.intunewin file in the output folder.

Creating the Deployment in Intune

Uploading the App Package

• • Log in to the Microsoft Intune portal.

• • Navigate to Apps > All Apps > Add > App type > Windows app (Win32).

• • Select and upload the .intunewin file created earlier.

Configuring Install and Uninstall Commands

• • Install Command: setup.exe /sAll /rs /msi EULA-ACCEPT=YES

• • Uninstall Command: msiexec /x “{AC76BA86-1033-FFFF-7760-BC15014EA700}” /qn

Configuring Deployment Settings

• • In the Requirements tab, specify:
    
    • • OS Architecture: Choose the appropriate option.
    • • OS Version: Define the minimum required version.

• • Configure Detection Rules:
    
    • • Rule Format: Manually configure detection rules.
    • • Rule Type: MSI.
    • • MSI Product Code: {AC76BA86-1033-FFFF-7760-BC15014EA700}.
    • • MSI Product Version Check: No.

• • Leave the Dependencies and Supersedence tabs at their default settings.

Assigning and Deploying the Application

• • Under Assignments, select the target groups for deployment.
    
    • • Use the Required option for mandatory deployment.
    • • Assign to a test group initially, then expand to other device groups as needed.

• • Review the settings and click Create.

Monitoring the status of Adobe Acrobat Pro App

• • Access Monitor > Device and User Install Status to track deployment progress.

• • Troubleshoot any failures using Intune logs.

Testing the Deployment

1. 1. Validate the application installation on test devices.

1. 1. Ensure all customized settings apply correctly.

Tips for a Successful Deployment

• • Ensure devices are online and synced with Intune before deployment.

• • Use test groups to validate the installation process.

• • Schedule deployments during non-peak hours.

Common Troubleshooting Tips

• • Error Logs: Review logs in Intune to identify issues.

• • Repackaging Issues: Verify the .intunewin package for errors.

• • Installation Failures: Ensure devices meet system requirements and have no conflicting software.

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Conclusion

Deploying Adobe Acrobat Pro DC with Intune streamlines software distribution across an organization. Following this guide ensures a smooth and efficient deployment while maintaining control over configuration and installation settings. Additionally, enable the Single Sign-on for best user experience.

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FAQs

• • What are the system requirements for Adobe Acrobat Pro DC?
    Adobe Acrobat Pro DC requires Windows 10 or later and at least 4GB of RAM.

• • Can I customize the features installed during deployment?
    Yes, the Adobe Customization Wizard allows you to select or disable specific features.

• • How do I troubleshoot installation failures?
    Review Intune logs and ensure the .intunewin package was created correctly.

• • Is it possible to deploy other Adobe applications using this method?
    Yes, similar steps apply to deploying other Adobe software.

• • What happens if a device is offline during deployment?
    The application will install the next time the device connects to Intune.