What should be removed when saving a golden image that includes the EPM Agent?

When saving a golden image that includes the EPM Agent, removing the contents of the Trace Folder and the AgentID parameter is essential to ensure that the image can be deployed correctly in different environments. The Trace Folder often contains logs or traces that are specific to the instance of the system on which it was created. If these logs were included in the golden image, they could lead to confusion or conflicts when deployed to other machines, potentially causing issues with performance and troubleshooting.

Similarly, the AgentID parameter is unique to the specific installation of the EPM Agent. If this parameter is retained in the golden image, it would lead to identity conflicts when the image is replicated across multiple endpoints. Each machine should ideally have a unique identification to allow for proper management and operation within the EPM environment.

Removing these items helps maintain a clean, standardized image that minimizes the risk of operational problems when the image is used across various endpoints, ensuring a smoother deployment process.