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# Getting Started with Device Agent Deployment

Use these guides to try the Device Agent and plan a production deployment.

## Before You Begin

Confirm that your target device meets the [System Requirements](/product-documentation/connected-devices/device-agents/getting-started/system-requirements.md). Each installation guide lists the credentials and platform prerequisites you need.

## Trying the Device Agent

* Validate router performance in under 10 minutes with [Embedded Linux Quick Install](/product-documentation/connected-devices/device-agents/getting-started/embedded-linux-quick-install.md).
* Try the agent on your laptop with [Docker](/product-documentation/connected-devices/device-agents/getting-started/docker.md).
* Try the agent on a [Raspberry Pi](/product-documentation/connected-devices/device-agents/getting-started/raspberry-pi.md).

## Preparing for Production

Plan the production rollout with [Plan, Deploy, and Update the Agent](/product-documentation/connected-devices/device-agents/plan-deploy-and-update-the-agent.md) to assess target devices and coordinate with firmware owners.

If you are familiar with Connected Devices deployments, continue to the [Production Integration Guides](/product-documentation/connected-devices/device-agents/production-integration-guides.md).