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[ConfigMgr] New KB Article on the way for Distribution Manager Issue in ConfigMgr 2007 SP2
It seems there is an issue in ConfigMgr SP2 with Distribution Manager ignoring the "Number of retries" and "Delay before retrying" settings ONLY if it encounters a problem (i.e. a DP is down or there are permission problems). Microsoft...
Posted: Dec 17 2009, 04:40 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] Deploying Windows 7 with the Microsoft Deployment Toolkit for Configuration Manager
From the TechNet Edge blog: Senior developer Mike Niehaus had previously demonstrated how to deploy Windows 7 natively using Configuration Manager 2007 . Now, he leads you through the same process using the recently-released Microsoft Deployment Toolkit...
Posted: Dec 15 2009, 02:11 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[Events] MMS 2010 - Registration is Now Open!
Just got this through:   Registration for MMS 2010 is now open! Microsoft Management Summit 2010, April 19 – 23, Las Vegas, Nevada   It’s time to start planning for the Microsoft Management Summit 2010 (MMS 2010) - the place to learn about the...
Posted: Dec 09 2009, 12:58 PM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] Dell Driver Pack for OS Deployment with ConfigMgr
This discussion focuses on the process of using the deployment packs on Dell business client systems. Topics will include deploying to Microsoft® Windows® XP, Microsoft Windows Vista, and Microsoft Windows 7 using Microsoft System Center Configuration...
Posted: Dec 08 2009, 11:56 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[Win7] Windows 7 Useful Links including Deployment
From the ASKCORE blog : Below is a list of useful links when it comes to Deployment (MDT 2010 and SCCM), USMT 4.0, Activation, Application Compatibility, and Boot to VHD on several Microsoft related websites. These links can change from time to time,...
Posted: Dec 08 2009, 11:49 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] Where can I download Visio stencils for ConfigMgr?
Quite a common question this one and the answer is the best Visio stencils I've found for ConfigMgr can be downloaded from: http://myitforum.com/cs2/files/folders/configmgr/entry120945.aspx I’ve added a link to the FAQShop ConfigMgr Downloads Page...
Posted: Dec 08 2009, 10:25 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] Rerun of failed advertisements does not work as expected when you use status MIF files generated by Windows Installer
From the ConfigMgr Support Team Blog: You may want to use status MIF files for extended or custom reporting of the advertisement status by configuring the reporting properties of a mandatory advertisement to "Use these fields for status MIF matching"...
Posted: Dec 08 2009, 02:59 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] Customization to some hardware inventory classes not preserved when patching the Configuration Manager client
From the ConfigMgr Team Blog : Recently a customer reported that when applying a hotfix (.MSP file) that updates the Configuration Manager client software, some customized hardware inventory data was later missing for the targeted clients. The customer...
Posted: Dec 08 2009, 02:51 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] ConfigMgr Deployment Pack Links added to the Downloads page
I've just added links to the various vendor specific ConfigMgr Deployment Packs to the Downloads page. The four that exist at present are from Dell , HP , IBM and Sun ......( read more ) Read More...
Posted: Nov 30 2009, 03:34 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[Webcast] Adding value to Microsoft Deployment Toolkit 2010: Extending Windows 7 Deployment Seminar
Microsoft Partners, find out how MDT 2010 simplifies the process of deploying Windows 7, while also providing many opportunities for customization.  Explore ways that you can extend MDT 2010, adding value to your customer’s Windows 7 deployment projects...
Posted: Nov 30 2009, 03:02 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] List of ConfigMgr Downloads
Ever wondered how many ConfigMgr-related downloads there are on the Microsoft website? Well as of today the answer is 81. How do I know? Because I've just created the new Downloads page which lists all of them in one central place so you won't...
Posted: Nov 19 2009, 12:39 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] Updated FAQShop Article 12th Nov 09
Help File Update Wizard [updated 12/11/09] Contributed By: Cliff Hobbs [MVP ConfigMgr] Updated for the October release of the ConfigMgr documentation covering SP2, the ConfigMgr 2007 Help File Update Wizard can be used to update the locally installed...
Posted: Nov 12 2009, 03:46 PM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[WMUG] Thankyous for the 6th November 2009
I just wanted to post up some quick thankyous relating to our event last Friday: First to all of those that took time out of their day/ schedules. It was great to see so many people there, talk to many new faces and some regulars as well. Second to Inframon...
Posted: Nov 09 2009, 09:45 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[Webcast] POSTPONED - Technical Overview: System Center Configuration Manager 2007 SP2 and R3 (Level 200)
I’ve just received the following notification that today’s webcast has been postponed until the 24th (I don’t know why): Event Name: TechNet Webcast: Technical Overview: System Center Configuration Manager 2007 SP2 and R3 (Level 200) Event ID: 1032428200...
Posted: Nov 03 2009, 11:53 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] New FAQShop Article 3rd Nov 09
Do I have to use the Backup ConfigMgr Site Server Maintenance Task to Backup my Site Servers? [03/11/09] Contributed By: Cliff Hobbs [MVP ConfigMgr] The answer is yes, the best and recommended way for you to Backup your Site Servers is to use this task...
Posted: Nov 03 2009, 08:41 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] New FAQShop Article 27th Oct 09
Can I slipstream Service Pack 2? [27/10/09] Contributed By: Cliff Hobbs [MVP ConfigMgr] In a word no. Microsoft has no plans to allow you to create your own ConfigMgr installation media slipstreamed with SP2. So your options are either: Apply SP2 to an...
Posted: Oct 27 2009, 12:17 PM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[MDT] A couple of REALLY useful MDT Utilities
During Johan’s presentation at the last WMUG meeting I asked if he knew when Microsoft planned to include a “Browse...” button in MDT as it drives me MAD that something as simple as this isn’t included in the product (it’s not just MDT but also ConfigMgr...
Posted: Oct 27 2009, 04:55 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[WMUG] REMINDER: Wally Mead in London 6th November
Just a quick reminder in case you missed it but our next WMUG meeting will be an all day affair on the 6th November on board HMS Belfast in London where we are delighted and honoured to be welcoming Wally Mead of Microsoft back who is going to be be presenting...
Posted: Oct 27 2009, 03:56 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] SP2 RTMs?
I’m hearing rumours (nothing official from Microsoft yet so please don’t take it as a given), that SP2 went RTM yesterday and should be available for download on the 22nd. Stay tuned for the official announcement and download link which I’ll pass on as...
Posted: Oct 20 2009, 05:59 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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[ConfigMgr] New FAQShop Article 15th Oct 09
How do I ensure only the relevant Device Drivers gets installed when building a machine from Stand-Alone Media? [15/10/09] Contributed By: Cliff Hobbs [MVP ConfigMgr] The answer is you need to create an Apply Driver Package Task Sequence step containing...
Posted: Oct 15 2009, 04:24 AM by Cliff Hobbs at myITforum.com
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