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New Tool for DCM

April 04, 2008

This tool coverts Security Content Automation Protocol files into DCM packs. It is in public beta and you can get it here . Overview The SCAP Conversion Tool for DCM can convert any SCAP stream files into DCM Configuration Packs for use with Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2007. This Beta release includes a user guide that provides detailed instructions for using this command-line tool, as well as detailed information about the mapping between the SCAP protocol and DCM. Please note...  ... Read the full post or  be the first to comment. Filed under: , , , , ,

ConfigMgr SDK (final) Released

March 18, 2008

Microsoft released the ConfigMgr SDK yesterday. You can get the download here . It includes DCM Digest Authoring guide, DCM digest schema, a SUM gadget that gives you current status messages on patches you have deployed, samples on creating admin console extensions, OSD custom task sequences and more. Regards, Anthony Anthony Clendenen | Solutions Engineer | 1E http://configmgr.com © Anthony Clendenen Technorati Tags: ConfigMgr , SCCM , SDK , Gadget  ... Read the full post or  be the first to comment. Filed under: , , , , , , , , , ,

New ConfigMgr DCM Packs

February 22, 2008

For SQL 2000, OpsMgr, and SharePoint. http://blogs.technet.com/smsandmom/archive/2008/02/21/configmgr-2007-new-configuration-packs-available.aspx Microsoft SQL Server 2000 MSIT Intermediate Configuration Pack for Configuration Manager 2007 : Direct download The Microsoft SQL Server 2000 MSIT Intermediate Configuration Pack is designed to be used for managing the configuration of SQL 2000 servers. This configuration pack defines recommended configurations based on a substantial number of settings...  ... Read the full post or  be the first to comment. Filed under: , , , , ,

ConfigMgr Toolkit Available for Download

November 16, 2007

This toolkit includes many of the classics along with a few new hits. Overview The following list provides specific information about each tool in the toolkit. Client Spy - A tool to help troubleshoot issues related to software distribution, inventory, and software metering on Configuration Manager 2007 clients. Policy Spy - A policy viewer to help review and troubleshoot the policy system on Configuration Manager 2007 clients. Trace32 - A log viewer that provides a way to easily view and monitor...  ... Read the full post or  be the first to comment. Filed under: , , ,

ConfigMgr DCM Templates

November 13, 2007

Below are three DCM Configuration packs you can download and import for monitoring your ConfigMgr server, Citrix Presentation server, and servers for vulnerabilities including the OS, IE, Office, SQL, and IIS. System Center Configuration Manager 2007 Vulnerability Assessment Configuration Pack Overview Software installation errors and misconfigurations compromise security and stability, resulting in escalated support costs. System Center Configuration Manager 2007 Vulnerability Assessment Configuration...  ... Read the full post or  be the first to comment. Filed under: ,

ConfigMgr Desired Configuration Management Objects versus Settings

November 01, 2007

In ConfigMgr these names sound very clear, objects , settings , right....Let's look at the description of these two. "Use the Objects tab of the Configuration Manager 2007 configuration item properties dialog box to view, add, edit, and delete objects that you want to include in this configuration item. Examples of configuration item objects are files, folders, and registry keys." "Use the Settings tab of the Configuration Manager 2007 configuration item properties dialog box to...  ... Read the full post or  be the first to comment. Filed under: , , ,