Bulk deploy the new Microsoft Teams client
Direct or "bulk" upgrades are helpful because users don't need to manually download and install the Teams client. Microsoft provides an executable (.exe) file for the new Teams client so you can upgrade the application directly to the computers in your organization using your choice of software management tools, such as Intune or Configuration Manager.
The Teams installer installs the Teams MSIX package on a target computer, making sure that Teams can interoperate correctly with Office and other Microsoft software.
Note
New. An offline installer option is now available. Learn more: Download and install new Teams using an offline installer
How it works
TeamsBootstrapper is a lightweight online installer with a headless command-line interface. It allows admins to provision (install) the app for all users on a given target computer.
When teamsbootstrapper.exe is run on a computer:
- The installer downloads the latest Teams MSIX package from Microsoft
- The installer installs the Teams application for all users on the computer, and any users who may be added afterwards.
Important
Users who have installed a different Teams version will have their version replaced with the provisioned version.
- Modifies the registry to allow Teams to work with Office and other computer applications.
- Displays success or failure message on the command line
Important
You must use the latest version of the bootstrapper.exe. If you downloaded the .exe previously, verify you have the latest version by viewing Properties > Details > Product version on your version and compare it to the properties on the latest download.
Prerequisites for target computers
For new Teams to be successfully installed, computers must meet the minimum requirements listed in New Teams system requirements.
Additional requirements:
| Requirement | Version/Description |
|---|---|
| Office | Microsoft 365 Apps or Office LTSC 2021 Learn more: Office versions and connectivity to Microsoft 365 services |
| Settings | Turn on the "Show Notification Banners" setting in System > Notifications > Microsoft Teams to receive Teams Notifications. |
| Webview2 | Update to the most current version. Learn more: Enterprise management of WebView2 Runtimes |
| Delivery optimization (DO) | DO powers Teams automatic updates, which are required as part of the Servicing Agreement. Overview: What is Delivery Optimization? Recommended settings: Set up Delivery Optimization Note: Download Mode 100 (Bypass) isn't supported. |
Upgrade the new Teams application
All steps must be completed to successfully upgrade to the new Teams.
Important
You must run the latest version of the bootstrapper.exe to avoid any issues that may have been already fixed. If you have downloaded the file previously, confirm you have the latest version by checking Properties > Details > Product version on your version and compare it to the latest download.
Option 1A: Download and install new Teams for a single computer
To install new Teams on a single computer with many users, follow these steps:
- Download the .exe installer. If you have downloaded this file previously confirm you have the latest version by comparing the properties on each file.
- Open the Command Prompt as an Admin.
- At the prompt enter: .\teamsbootstrapper.exe -p
- A success or fail status displays. If you receive an error, learn more at Common HRESULT values.
Option 1B: Download and install new Teams using an offline installer
Admins can also use a local teams MSIX to provision new Teams. This option minimizes the amount of bandwidth used for the initial installation. The MSIX can exist in a local path or UNC.
- Download the .exe installer.. If you have downloaded this file previously confirm you have the latest version by comparing the properties on each file.
- Download the MSIX:
- MSIX x86
- MSIX x64
- ARM64 - Open the Command Prompt as an Admin.
- Depending on where your MSIX is located, do the following:
For local path, enter: .\teamsbootstrapper.exe -p -o "c:\path\to\teams.msix"
Example:
For UNC, enter: .\teamsbootstrapper.exe -p -o "\unc\path\to\teams.msix"
Example:
Option B: Upgrade to the new Teams across your organization
To deploy this installer to a group of computers, or your entire organization, follow these steps:
- Download the .exe installer. If you have downloaded this file previously confirm you have the latest version by comparing the properties on each file.
- Use Intune, Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, Group Policy, or third-party distribution software, to distribute the installer to your target computers.
- Run the installer on each computer.
Gov cloud updates for PC and Mac
PC update
If the customer tenant is on the GCCH, DoD, or Gallatin, the customer may need to set the initial cloud endpoint through the following registry key. Setting the endpoint with the registry key restricts teams to connecting to the correct cloud endpoint for pre-sign-in connectivity with Teams, as shown here:
HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Office\16.0\Teams
Value = CloudType
value type = DWORD
1 = Commercial, 2 = GCC, 3 = GCCH, 4 = DOD, 7 = Gallatin
Mac update
If the customer tenant is on the GCCH, DoD, or Gallatin, the customer may need to set the initial cloud endpoint through the following .plist configuration key. Setting the endpoint with the .plist configuration restricts teams to connecting to the correct cloud endpoint for pre-sign-in connectivity with Teams, as shown here:
Domain: com.microsoft.teams2
Key: CloudType
Data Type: Int
Value: {Enter number associated with the cloud}
1 = Commercial, 2 = GCC, 3 = GCCH, 4 = DOD, 7 = Gallatin
The .plist configuration can be propagated to managed devices using Intune as described in Add preference file settings to macOS devices in Microsoft Intune.
Remove new Teams for all users
For more information, see How to uninstall the new Teams client and Uninstall the classic Teams client using a script.
Remove classic Teams for all users
For more information, see Uninstalling classic Microsoft Teams.