In today’s world of remote workforces and distributed infrastructure, cloud backup for every endpoint is critical, but deployment shouldn’t slow you down. IDrive360 delivers reliable, enterprise-grade endpoint backup, while NinjaOne’s RMM platform empowers MSPs and IT teams to roll it out at scale with minimal manual effort. When combined, this duo gives you powerful protection and frictionless deployment.
Whether you’re managing hundreds of machines or thousands, NinjaOne’s automation simplifies mass deployment so your team can focus on strategy, not busywork.
Let’s explore what makes this pairing essential, plus the clear steps to get IDrive360 deployed across Windows endpoints using NinjaOne.
Why IDrive360 + NinjaOne Is a Smart Choice
IDrive360 protects Windows endpoints with cloud backups, encryption, versioning, and fast restores, all manageable from a central console. NinjaOne extends that value by enabling:
- Remote mass deployment of backup agents
- Automated installation and updates
- Group- and tag-based organization
- A unified RMM workflow for monitoring, patching, and automation
No more manual, one-by-one installs. Just upload, automate, and deploy.
Step-by-Step: Deploying IDrive360 via NinjaOne
Here’s a clear, actionable guide to getting IDrive 360 installed across your Windows devices using NinjaOne’s automation features.
🔹 1. Prepare Your IDrive360 Installer and Config ID
Before you begin in NinjaOne:
- Sign in to your IDrive360 account.
- Go to the Add Computers section.
- Choose the type of installer you need (full suite or thin client) and download the MSI package.
- Copy the Configuration ID — this unique token tells the agent which account and backup policy to use during installation.
🔹 2. Log in to NinjaOne
- Open NinjaOne Admin Center.
- Enter your email and password.
- Complete two-factor authentication if prompted (SMS or authenticator code).
🔹 3. Add the IDrive360 MSI to NinjaOne’s Automation Library
- From the NinjaOne menu, go to Administration ➝ Library ➝ Automation.
- Click + Add Automation and select Installation.
- Fill in the installation form:
- Name: e.g., IDrive360
- Description: e.g., Mass deployment for IDrive360
- Operating System: Windows
- Architecture: 64-bit (or 32-bit/All where applicable)
- Click Choose installer file and upload the MSI you downloaded from IDrive360.
🔹 4. Set Installation Parameters
- In the Parameters (Optional) field, add command-line arguments needed for silent deployment.
The core parameter is your Configuration ID:
WRAPPED_ARGUMENTS=”/CONFIG_ID=YOUR_COPIED_CONFIG_ID”
- You can also include:
- GROUP_NAME (to auto-assign the device to a backup group)
- PVT_KEY (if you’re using a private encryption key)
- DEVICE_TAG (for naming or tagging in the dashboard)
- Click Add and then Submit. NinjaOne will process and store the automation.
🔹 5. Deploy to Target Devices
- In NinjaOne, go to Devices.
- Select the machines or groups you want to protect.
- Click Automation ➝ Install application.
- Find the IDrive360 build you added to the library.
- Choose Run as: System and the appropriate preset parameters.
- Click Run to start deployment.
NinjaOne will silently install the MSI on selected devices — no user interaction needed.
🔹 6. Verify Deployment
Once installed:
- Devices will automatically register in the IDrive360 dashboard under Devices ➝ Computers.
- It may take a little time for all systems to show up; rebooting or syncing devices can help speed this up.
Benefits You’ll Notice Right Away
Here’s why this approach stands out:
✔ Zero-touch deployment at scale — perfect for MSPs managing many endpoints.
✔ Centralized management — from NinjaOne and IDrive 360 consoles.
✔ Consistent configuration — automatic group assignment and tags streamline organization.
✔ Flexible parameters — support for encryption keys and device tags as needed.
Deploying endpoint backup should be fast, efficient, and repeatable, and with IDrive360 paired with NinjaOne, it absolutely is. You get enterprise-grade backup protection, combined with effortless mass deployment, so you can secure your environment without the headaches of manual installs.
Don’t let endpoint protection be an afterthought, automate it with NinjaOne and power it with IDrive360.
