How to Deploy 7-Zip via Intune (Win32 App Packaging Guide)
Published 17 March 2026·5 min read
7-Zip is one of the simplest apps to package for Intune. It ships as an MSI, installs silently without any gotchas, and has a straightforward file-based detection rule. It should take under 10 minutes from download to deployed.
Download the 64-bit MSI from the official 7-Zip site:
https://www.7-zip.org/download.html
Look for the row labelled 64-bit Windows x64 and download the .msi file (not the .exe). The filename will be something like 7z2408-x64.msi.
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Check for the latest version
7-Zip releases updates frequently with security fixes. Always download the latest stable MSI rather than reusing an old package. The MSI filename includes the version number so you can track what is deployed.
Device restart behaviour7-Zip never requires a reboot
No specific action
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Find the product code
Run Get-CimInstance Win32_Product | Where-Object Name -like "*7-Zip*" | Select Name, IdentifyingNumber after installing manually to get the exact GUID for your version.
Requirements
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Requirements
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Operating system architecture
32-bit and 64-bit
Minimum operating system
Windows 10 1903
Detection rule
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File detection rule
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Rule type
File
Path
C:\Program Files\7-Zip
File or folder name
7z.exe
Detection method
File or folder exists
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Test your detection rule first
Before deploying to users, install the app manually on a test device and verify the detection rule matches. Run the detection script or check the file path exists before assigning to a group.
Installer typeMSI
Silent installYes - /qn /norestart
Install pathC:\Program Files\7-Zip
Reboot requiredNo
ComplexityVery low
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How do I deploy 7-Zip silently via Intune?
Use: msiexec /i "7z2408-x64.msi" /qn /norestart. Download the 64-bit MSI from 7-zip.org - not the EXE installer. 7-Zip requires no reboot and installs cleanly via standard MSI switches.
Q: How do I find the 7-Zip product code for the uninstall command?
After installing manually, run: Get-CimInstance Win32_Product | Where-Object Name -like "*7-Zip*" | Select Name, IdentifyingNumber. The IdentifyingNumber is the GUID for the /x switch.
Q: How do I detect 7-Zip in Intune?
Use a file detection rule: check for 7z.exe in C:\Program Files\7-Zip. This is the most reliable method as the path stays consistent across versions.
Q: Does 7-Zip need a reboot after Intune deployment?
No. 7-Zip installs silently with /qn /norestart and never requires a reboot. Set device restart behaviour to "No specific action" in Intune.
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