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A DTUPC Windows installation is managed by SCCM/MECM ([https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/configmgr/core/understand/introduction Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager ])
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A DTUPC Windows installation has some services applied by SCCM/MECM ([https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/configmgr/core/understand/introduction Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager ]).
  
This enables IT administrators at DTU to deliver scheduled and customized Microsoft Updates, centralized Bitlocker (disk-encryption) administration, critical software updates on-demand and an option for the user to install various software using '''DTU Software Center'''.
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SCCM enables IT administrators to provide scheduled Microsoft Updates, centrally manage Bitlocker (disk encryption), distribute critical software updates, and offer users the ability to install a variety of software through '''DTU Software Center'''.
  
  
 
=DTU Software Center=
 
=DTU Software Center=
DTU Software Center is a tool that allows you to install software without needing 'Local administrator' privileges. It also provides convenient access to install or update DTU-specific software like Templafy and DTUDOCXBox. You can find a link to 'DTU Software Center' either on your desktop or in the Start menu.
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DTU Software Center is a tool that allows you to install software without needing 'Local administrator' privileges. You can find a link to '''DTU Software Center''' either on your desktop or in the Start menu.
  
 
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Relevant menu options in DTU Software Center:
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Relevant menu options in '''DTU Software Center''':
  
 
'''Applications''': List of available software. If a license is needed, read the notification/text.
 
'''Applications''': List of available software. If a license is needed, read the notification/text.
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'''Installation status''': Software installed via the DTU Software Center displays an option for uninstallation.
 
'''Installation status''': Software installed via the DTU Software Center displays an option for uninstallation.
  
=Windows DTUPC's and Microsoft Updates=
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When Windows updates are installed, your DTUPC Windows installation may prompt you to restart if necessary. You have the option to "Snooze" this notification for up to 7 days, after which the computer will restart automatically.
 
When Windows updates are installed, your DTUPC Windows installation may prompt you to restart if necessary. You have the option to "Snooze" this notification for up to 7 days, after which the computer will restart automatically.
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If you choose the snooze function, your computer will send you a reminder '''every 4 hours for the next 7 days'''.
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If you choose the snooze function, you will receive a periodic reminder during the next 7 days'''.
  
  
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Latest revision as of 14:51, 26 September 2023

This guide is for users at DTU Compute only


A DTUPC Windows installation has some services applied by SCCM/MECM (Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager ).

SCCM enables IT administrators to provide scheduled Microsoft Updates, centrally manage Bitlocker (disk encryption), distribute critical software updates, and offer users the ability to install a variety of software through DTU Software Center.


DTU Software Center

DTU Software Center is a tool that allows you to install software without needing 'Local administrator' privileges. You can find a link to DTU Software Center either on your desktop or in the Start menu.

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Relevant menu options in DTU Software Center:

Applications: List of available software. If a license is needed, read the notification/text.

Updates: Windows updates are displayed with status if any updates are queued for installation. Otherwise, it will be empty.

Installation status: Software installed via the DTU Software Center displays an option for uninstallation.

DTUPC and Microsoft Updates

When Windows updates are installed, your DTUPC Windows installation may prompt you to restart if necessary. You have the option to "Snooze" this notification for up to 7 days, after which the computer will restart automatically.

It's crucial to schedule this at your convenience to avoid disruptions during important tasks such as presentations or when you have unsaved work.

What occurs after your computer requires a restart:

Your computer has installed the latest updates and is ready to restart - notice the "Restart" and "Snooze" buttons.


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If you choose the snooze function, you will receive a periodic reminder during the next 7 days.


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The last reminder is sent when there are only 8 hours left within the 7-day restart window and it is no longer possible to postpone the restart.

NB: It is important that you save your work so that data is not lost.


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