How to Fix Windows Time Drifting Issues

If you have a server that is experiencing time drifting, it can lead to a host of issues, including synchronization problems with other servers and services. Fortunately, you can resolve this by following a series of steps using command-line tools. Steps to Fix Time Drifting on a Windows Server 1. Check the Current Time Source Before making any changes, it’s …

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WinRAR Uninstall using SCCM or silent command line

This guide walks you through a straightforward method to automate the uninstallation of WinRAR using SCCM, assuming your clients have installed WinRAR in the default location. There’s no need to create a package; you can simply use a Program command line. Uninstall Command Use the following command to silently uninstall WinRAR: You can push this command out to a collection …

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SCCM WQL Collection Query for All WinRAR Installations

To automate the process of identifying all systems with WinRAR installed, you can create a custom collection in SCCM using a WQL (WMI Query Language) query. This will allow SCCM to dynamically populate the collection with any machines that have WinRAR installed, making it easier to manage and deploy your uninstall script. WQL Collection Query Here’s a sample WQL query …

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SCCM Missing Boot Image Tabs

If you’re encountering issues where the Boot Image tabs are missing in System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), this guide will help you resolve the problem. The missing tabs can hinder your ability to manage boot images effectively during deployments. Common Issues You may notice that the Boot Image tabs are not visible under the “Boot Images” node in the Configuration …

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Silent Installation of FileMaker Using SCCM

When deploying FileMaker across multiple machines, using a silent and unattended installation process can streamline the deployment and ensure consistency. This method is particularly useful for IT administrators managing large numbers of installations. Packaging FileMaker Before running the silent installation, you need to package the FileMaker installer. Ensure you have the Setup.exe file ready for distribution. Silent Installation Command To …

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Clearing the SCCM Local Cache to Resolve Deployment Issues

The SCCM local cache on a client computer is very helpful for straightforward deployments. However, if the machine encounters any issues during the deployment or download phase, problems can arise. The data downloaded to the SCCM local cache location could become corrupted or only partially downloaded. For instance, if a user disconnects their laptop from the VPN mid-download, they might …

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Updating Active Directory Computer Description Using SCCM and MDT

You may have seen our previous post on how to set the local computer description during SCCM OSD (Operating System Deployment). Now, with the help of a script and Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT), we can take that local computer description and use it as the Active Directory (AD) computer description. Required Script To achieve this, you’ll need the following script: …

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Setting the Local Computer Description During SCCM Task Sequence

If you are using Configuration Manager (SCCM) to deploy your operating systems, you might want to set the local computer description during the task sequence phase. This is a straightforward process, and you can either manually input the computer name during the task sequence or use an HTA (HTML Application) at the beginning of the task sequence to pass the …

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Setting Computer Name Automatically During SCCM OSD Process

We have been looking into getting our OSD process to automatically change the computer name to what we want it to be for a while now but never really had much luck with it. Reading various forums and blogs, many people have said to use WSNAME and many others saying use scripts, all of which never seemed to quite work …

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