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Category Archives: System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch)
How can I change Microsoft Endpoint Manager Configuration Manager from an Eval edition to a Licensed edition ?
Introduction Labs expire sometimes, it happens. It happened to me yesterday while I was preparing a lab for something else. I logged in and started the console and saw this. How can this happen ? This can happen if you … Continue reading
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How can I install System Center Configuration Manager version 1606 (Current Branch) on Windows Server 2016 with SQL 2016
Introduction In a previous guide I showed you how to install System Center Configuration Manager version 1511 (Current Branch) on Windows Server 2012R2. Times are changing fast in this cloud-first mobile-first world, and as a result the System Center Configuration … Continue reading
Update 1610 for System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch) is now available
Introduction Microsoft has released yet another update for System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch), this time it’s version 1610, that means that since System Center Configuration Manager’s (Current Branch) first release there have been the following releases: 1511 (Initial release, … Continue reading
Why does the Windows 10 1607 reinstall in PXE scenario fail sometimes for BitLockered UEFI enabled computers ?
Introduction Reinstalling computers via PXE boot (in WinPE) is still a valid OSD scenario, however that method brings challenges not least when UEFI capable hardware is in place and when that hardware is also encrypted with Bitlocker. The above HTA … Continue reading
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Support for Version 1511 of the Current Branch of Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager ending soon
Introduction The Current Branch (CB) of System Center Configuration Manager is governed by the Microsoft Modern Lifecycle Policy. Under the Modern Lifecycle Policy, support will be provided continuously if customers stay current by following the servicing guidelines. For Configuration Manager … Continue reading
Manage Windows 10 in your organization – transitioning to modern management
Introduction Use of personal devices for work, as well as employees working outside the office, may be changing how your organization manages devices. Certain parts of your organization might require deep, granular control over devices, while other parts might seek … Continue reading
Microsoft releases a new version of SCCM (1606) which contains a new branch called LTSB
Introduction As of today, more than 21,000 customers are using the current branch of ConfigMgr to manage more than 41 million devices! Microsoft announced the release of the latest version (1606) of Configuration Manager in the newly released System Center … Continue reading
Updated Configuration Manager documentation on the new docs.microsoft.com website
Introduction We are all familiar with the Technet documentation about System Center Configuration Manager, such as this. Now however, Microsoft has released new, modern looking, easy to digest content about System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch) on the docs.microsoft.com website. … Continue reading
Update Rollup 1 for System Center Configuration Manager current branch, version 1606, is now available
Introduction Update Rollup 1 for System Center Configuration Manager current branch, version 1606, is now available. This update is available for installation in the Updates and Servicing node of the Configuration Manager console. Please note that if the Service Connection … Continue reading
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Support for System Center Configuration Manager current branch versions
Introduction With the ever-evolving Current Branch releases, it’s good to have a place where you can verify what the support life cycle is for any version, and now you can. Head over to this page on Technet and you’ll see … Continue reading
Now Available: Update 1606 for System Center Configuration Manager
Introduction Microsoft has released yet another update for System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch), this time it’s version 1606. Once again, we’re pleased to announce that we’ve released a new version of our System Center Configuration Manager current branch (1606) … Continue reading
How can I protect Company Data on Mobile Devices through Application Management Policies – downloadable guide
Introduction Microsoft has released a guide that you can download from Technet which is intended to help you, the IT professional, in determining how you can create mobile application management (MAM) policies and apply them to end-user devices enrolled in … Continue reading
How can I retry a failed upgrade in System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch or Technical Preview)
Introduction For whatever reason, sometimes things don’t go according to plan, and an upgrade might end up failing. Don’t panic, the ability to Retry is built in to the product. Experiencing a failed upgrade When I upgraded my lab from … Continue reading
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Engage with Microsoft directly about System Center Configuration Manager (Current Branch) – version 1606 on June 30th
Introduction Microsoft is hosting a live Q+A session on reddit.com/r/sccm for the upcoming 1606 release on 6/30 1-5 PM PST. This is some seriously cool stuff ! What is an AMA? AMA = Ask Me Anything (related to ConfigMgr) The … Continue reading
New PowerShell update available for the System Center Configuration Manager Cmdlet Library
Introduction The System Center Configuration Manager Cmdlet Library installs and updates the Windows PowerShell module for System Center Configuration Manager. A new update is available (5.0.8373.1189) that fixes some problems with earlier cmdlets. The System Center Configuration Manager Cmdlet Library … Continue reading