Download the self-extracting executable file ( officedeploymenttool_xxxx-xxxx.exe ).
Microsoft provides the to install, customize, and manage Office 2021 Enterprise editions. The core method involves running setup.exe with a configuration.xml file.
Open a command prompt . Right-click the Start button and select "Windows Terminal (Admin)" or "Command Prompt (Admin)". setup.exe configure. configuration-office2021enterprise.xml
2. The Configuration Script (configuration-office2021enterprise.xml)
The ODT reads the XML file, contacts the Microsoft CDN, and downloads an Office subfolder containing all necessary installation files into the exact directory where setup.exe resides. Step 2: Execute the Local Installation Open a command prompt
Note: A folder named "Office" will appear, downloading several gigabytes of data. Step 4: Configure/Install Office 2021
Including the tag ensures that any open instances of older Office apps are closed automatically, preventing the installation from hanging or failing due to locked files. The Configuration Script (configuration-office2021enterprise
Deploying Microsoft Office 2021 Enterprise across an organization requires a method that is both scalable and customizable. The standard retail installer is inefficient for mass deployment. Instead, IT administrators utilize the Office Deployment Tool (ODT). This command-line utility provides precise control over the installation process.