Chrome Enterprise Deployment Guide

Introduction

Deploying Chrome across an enterprise can be a complex task, involving the configuration and management of numerous devices. This guide provides detailed solutions for common issues related to Chrome enterprise deployment, including MSI and PKG deployment, SCCM and Intune rollout, silent installation parameters, update management strategies, and rollback procedures.

Quick Fixes to Try First

Before diving into detailed solutions, try these quick fixes:

• Ensure your network is stable and accessible.
• Verify that you have the latest version of the deployment tools.
• Check for any pending OS updates on your devices.
• Restart the affected device to clear temporary cache issues.

MSI and PKG Deployment

MSI and PKG files are crucial for deploying Chrome across Windows and macOS systems, respectively. Follow these steps for each platform:

Windows: Using MSI

1. Download the MSI package from chromeenterprise.google/browser/download.
2. Open the Group Policy Management Console (Win + R, then type gpmc.msc).
3. Navigate to Computer Configuration > Policies > Software Settings > Software Installation.
4. Right-click and select New > Package, then select the downloaded MSI file.
5. Choose Assigned and click OK.

macOS: Using PKG

1. Download the PKG installer from the same source.
2. Use Apple Remote Desktop or another deployment tool to distribute the PKG file.
3. Ensure the package is installed on each target machine.
4. Verify installation by navigating to System Preferences > Profiles.

SCCM and Intune Rollout

Deploy Chrome to your organization using SCCM or Intune.

Deploying with SCCM

1. Open the SCCM Console and go to Software Library > Overview > Application Management > Applications.
2. Create a new application and select the MSI installer.
3. Define deployment types and set appropriate user experience settings.
4. Deploy the application to a device collection.

Deploying with Intune

1. Log into the Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center.
2. Navigate to Apps > All apps > Add.
3. Select Windows app (Win32) for MSI or macOS app for PKG.
4. Upload the application package and configure deployment settings.
5. Assign the app to groups and review the deployment status.

Silent Installation Parameters

For a seamless user experience, use silent installation parameters:

• Windows: Use the command line msiexec /i googlechromestandaloneenterprise64.msi /qn.
• macOS: Use the command sudo installer -pkg googlechromestandaloneenterprise64.pkg -target /.

Update Management Strategies

Keep Chrome updated with these strategies:

Using Group Policies

1. Open Group Policy Editor and navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Google > Google Chrome.
2. Configure the Update policy override to manage updates automatically.

Via Chrome Management Console

1. Access the Admin Console at admin.google.com.
2. Navigate to Devices > Chrome > Apps & extensions > Users & browsers.
3. Set policies for updates and manage extensions.

Rollback Procedures

If an update causes issues, follow these steps to rollback:

Windows

1. Access chrome://settings and navigate to Settings > About Chrome.
2. Use the Previous Versions feature in Windows to restore the prior version if available.

macOS

1. Use Time Machine to revert to a previous state if a backup was made.

Conclusion

By following this comprehensive guide, you can efficiently manage Chrome enterprise deployment across your organization. Utilize the provided strategies and tools to ensure a smooth deployment process, regular updates, and effective rollback solutions for Chrome.