31. Configure a Windows Shared Multi-user Device with Microsoft Intune

Introduction

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on configuring a Windows shared multi-user device using Microsoft Intune. Shared multi-user devices are commonly used in environments like schools and businesses where multiple users need to access the same device without personalizing settings. By following this guide, you'll learn how to set up and manage these devices effectively.

Step 1: Set Up Microsoft Intune

• Sign in to the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center.
• Ensure you have the necessary permissions to manage devices in Intune.
• Navigate to the Devices section.

Step 2: Configure Shared Device Settings

• Go to Windows > Configuration profiles.
• Click on Create profile.
• Choose the following settings:
  • Platform: Windows 10 and later
  • Profile type: Templates
  • Template: Shared multi-user device
• Click Create.

Step 3: Define Profile Settings

• Enter a Name and Description for the profile.
• Configure the following settings:
  • User affinity: Enable or disable user affinity based on your organization’s needs.
  • Sign-in experience: Choose how users will sign in, either with Azure AD or local accounts.
• Click Next to proceed.

Step 4: Assign the Profile

• In the Assignments section, select the groups you want to assign this profile to.
• Click Next to review the settings.

Step 5: Review and Create the Profile

• Review all your settings in the summary page.
• Click Create to finalize the setup.

Step 6: Configure Additional Policies

• After creating the profile, set up additional policies for:
  • Security settings
  • Application management
  • Device restrictions
• Navigate to Devices > Compliance policies to add these configurations.

Step 7: Monitor Device Status

• Go to Devices > All devices to monitor the status of your shared devices.
• Ensure devices are compliant and that users can sign in without issues.

Conclusion

You have now successfully configured a Windows shared multi-user device using Microsoft Intune. This setup allows multiple users to access the same device efficiently while maintaining security and compliance. For further management, consider exploring user and device reporting features within Intune to optimize the user experience.