You can customize individual machines after an automated pool is created by starting the machines in maintenance mode.
Procedure
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In Horizon Console, begin creating an automated desktop pool by starting the Add Pool wizard.
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On the Provisioning Settings page, select Specify names manually.
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Select Start machines in maintenance mode.
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Complete the Add Pool wizard to finish creating the desktop pool.
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In vCenter Server, log in, customize, and test the individual virtual machines.
You can customize Windows machines manually or by using standard Windows systems-management software such as Altiris, SMS, LanDesk, or BMC.
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In Horizon Console, select Inventory > Machines.
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Select specific machines to release to your users.
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Click More Commands > Exit Maintenance Mode.
What to do next
Notify your users that they can log in to their desktops.
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