Atera RMM Deployment

The Atera RMM solution allows you to create custom scripts for software installation. In this guide, you’ll find instructions for creating a script to install the DefensX Agent on Windows systems.

Steps to Create the Script for Windows

Log in to Atera RMM and navigate to Admin → Monitoring and Automation → Scripts, then click the Create Script button:

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In the "New Script" window, fill in the following required fields:

  • Script Name: Enter DefensX Agent

  • File Type: Select .ps1

  • Script Description: Enter DefensX Agent Installer

In the Script Editor, download the DefensX_Generic_v1.2.ps1 script from the right panel, then copy and paste its contents into the editor window.

Customizing the Script:

Atera RMM supports environment variables, which you can insert into the script during execution. Modify the $DX_Key = "" line to $DX_Key = "{[defensx_key]}" and click on the Create button to create the script.

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Using the Script to Install DefensX Agent:

When running the script, Atera RMM will prompt you to enter the defensx_key. You can find the Deployment Key by navigating to the Policies page for the specific customer in the DefensX Backend. Copy and paste the key when prompted.

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Note
Atera RMM has built-in support for software uninstallation. Since the DefensX Agent is installed via a standard MSI package, you can manage the uninstallation through Atera’s standard process. If you prefer to create an uninstallation script, refer to the relevant KB article here