Because the network card is the lifeline of a diskless client, the image must recognize the NIC of any machine it boots on. Go to the CCBoot Server dashboard.
Install a clean copy of Windows (e.g., Windows 10 or Windows 11).
While the client reads data from the shared, read-only master image, any data the client writes (temporary files, caches) is directed to a separate "Write-Back" disk on the server. This ensures the master image remains pristine and unaltered. Types of CCBoot Images ccboot image
This is the recommended approach as it provides the most stable and compatible image for your specific hardware environment.
When a client computer is configured to boot via PXE (Preboot Execution Environment), the CCBoot server transmits this image file to the client via the iSCSI protocol. The client treats this transmitted data as if it were a physical hard drive installed inside the machine. Because the network card is the lifeline of
Instead, the server stores a virtual disk file—the . When a client computer powers on, its network interface card (NIC) communicates with the server via DHCP and PXE. The server stream-loads the CCBoot image directly into the client computer’s RAM, allowing the machine to boot into Windows or Linux as if a local drive were present.
Install the Network Interface Card (NIC) driver. Always use the official manufacturer driver (Realtek, Intel, etc.) rather than the default Windows driver. The NIC is the lifeline of a diskless system. Install graphics card drivers and audio drivers. Step 3: Optimize the OS for Diskless Operation While the client reads data from the shared,
To update software (e.g., install a new game or patch Windows):
CCBoot uses a "restore on reboot" feature. If a user accidentally downloads malware, a simple restart wipes the session and reloads the clean master image.
Give your image a descriptive name (e.g., Win10_Gaming_2026_06 ) and select the save path on the server. Once completed, shut down the master client. Advanced CCBoot Image Management Handling Different Hardware Specs (Super Client)
Boot that specific client. Windows will boot using a generic driver or fail-safe mode, then detect the new NIC. Install the specific NIC driver on that machine.