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System Center News
SQL Views documentation is Live!
by Steve Thompson - 10/31/2008
A while back, I was able to provide some assistance to Garth Jones in documenting the existing SMS/SCCM SQL Server views. Doug Eby, a Senior Technical Writer at Microsoft created some fine documentation, in part based on our work.

System Center Configuration Manager
Deploying SQL Server 2005 with SP2 Using an OSD Task Sequence (Part 1)
by Jeff Gilbert - 10/31/2008
One of the coolest features (I think) of Configuration Manager is the ability to deploy software using task sequences, but because task sequences are generally associated with operating system deployment, a lot of people never really use them unless they're deploying new operating systems.

System Center Operations Manager
SQL Query for Alert Information
by Scott Moss - 10/31/2008
One of the users on SystemCenterCommunity requested a SQL query for scom to get the following information: Managed computer, Alert description and Alert severity.

Scripting
VBS Script To List All SMS Classes On A Site Server
by Don Hite - 10/31/2008
This VBS Script was written to allow you to list all of the WMI classes available on an SMS or ConfigMgr site server for your reference. The classes will be written and sorted for easier use.

Windows
Running Scripts in x64 Windows XP
by Shaun Cassells - 10/31/2008
Some scripts will fail if they use the wrong native scripting host.


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Today in the ForumsVisit the Forums



 TopicForumBy Author
New Messages RE: Image capture fails with 80070070 Error System Center Configuration Managerlcpc78
New Messages RE: ccmdelcert with ConfigMgr client? System Center Configuration Manageregiroux
New Messages RE: Error 1920: Capture service failed to start SMS 2003MRaybone
New Messages RE: OSD Problem Downloading Image System Center Configuration Managerlcpc78
New Messages RE: scom on Windows 2008 - account verification failed System Center Operations Managerbrpo
New Messages Restore SCCM System Center Configuration ManagerNick
New Messages RE: sccm 2007 sp1 guides System Center Configuration ManagerSpeedimon
New Messages RE: Need help with ModifyProfile.exe Application Deploymentdedndave
New Messages RE: Report Query Question System Center Configuration Managerjnelson993
New Messages RE: Central site Reporting Point slowness/Timeout SMS 2003jnelson993
No New MessagesRE: Do you have this utility? SMS 2003skissinger
New Messages RE: Microsoft Security Bulletin MS08-067 – Critical SMS 2003Rickym61
New Messages RE: Systems still going to bad DP for packages after deleting SMS 2003jwilliamson26
New Messages RE: Install ConfigMgr client necessary during TS System Center Configuration Manageranyweb
New Messages RE: BIOS updates/deploy packages System Center Configuration Manageranyweb
New Messages Office 2007 Deployment SMS 2003rjackson582
New Messages RE: perfect in-place upgrade done yesterday.. :-)) System Center Configuration Manageranyweb
New Messages RE: SCE for administering machines System Center Essentialsgjones
New Messages RE: Installing Wireless Network via SMS SMS 2003gjones
New Messages RE: Licensing & Asset management add ons? System Center Configuration Manageredlin
New Messages RE: Repairing a corrupted BITS configuration? System Center Configuration Managergjones
New Messages RE: SMS install vs. Local install SMS 2003skissinger
New Messages RE: Collection Query based on other collection membership System Center Configuration Managerjnelson993
New Messages RE: Advertisements and Package Source Versions SMS 2003gjones
New Messages SCE for administering machines System Center Essentialsturbokitty
New Messages RE: countdown timer in advertisement SMS 2003Rippn`surf
New Messages integrate exchange Exchange Serverck743
New Messages RE: SMS 2003 Side by Side Upgrade advice? System Center Configuration Managermmelgar
New Messages Update is not requested? SMS 2003crash28

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New Messages RE: Repairing a corrupted BITS configuration? System Center Configuration Manager

 


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Today's Site DownloadsReview ALL Downloads

 
Management Pack for Operations Manager 2007 Administrator's Guide, for XenApp 5.0 for Windows Server 2008.
The Windows HPC Server 2008 Management Pack provides both proactive and reactive monitoring of Windows HPC Server 2008 for a cluster environment. It monitors Windows HPC Server components – such as head...
Take an inside look at Hyper-V and System Center Virtual Machine Manager from an architectural and experience a real world view.
Design and configure SQL Server 2008 with High-Availability while leveraging the new features of Windows Server 2008 Clustering and Hyper-V virtualization at this session. Get an in-depth understanding...
The App-V Application Listing Tool (ListVApps) is a tool which lists all the virtual processes that are running at a specific time on a specific computer. You can use the tool to get information about...
You can use the fields and values contained in the output file to filter information obtained from the log files. The output file generated by the application log parser utility contains the following...
You can use the Application Virtualization SFT Info utility to extract the following information from SFT files: Validation of SFT files —Process corrupted SFT files, and recover information from corrupted...
Dynamic suite composition is a Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V) feature that enables applications to be sequenced separately from the plug-ins and middleware applications they rely on, while...
The App-V client cache tool (AppVCacheSize) allows administrators to increase the Microsoft Application Virtualization client cache size through a scriptable command line interface. AppVCacheSize uses...
Managing Virtualization 360 from the Datacenter to the Desktop
Infrastructure Planning and Design guides share a common structure, including: Definition of the technical decision flow through the planning process. Listing of decisions to be made and the commonly available...
Infrastructure Planning and Design guides share a common structure, including: Definition of the technical decision flow through the planning process. Listing of decisions to be made and the commonly available...


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Today's Web blog Posts

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BITS Policy and GPResult

When troubleshooting BITS, use GPResult to find out which policy is setting the BITS settings. From a Administrator CMD, execute the following: gpresult /SCOPE COMPUTER /H GPR.html Then open the GPR.html

 

Live Mesh updated with a slew of new features

Windows Mobile is now supported (along with Mac).  Unfortunately for me, I still have a WM 5 device. Read through the nifty new features: http://blogs.msdn.com/livemesh/archive/2008/10/30/service...

 

McAfee Initiative to Fight Cybercrime

It is important to address the root cause of security issues. This new program by McAfee targets cyber-criminals and will hopefully improve Internet safety. McAfee Initiative to Fight Cybercrime http:...

 


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Today's myITforum.com Reading Room Selection

    Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 Resource Kit  Windows Server 2008 Unleashed  Windows Server  2008 Administrator's Pocket Consultant (Pro - Administrator's Pocket Consultant)


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myITforum.com TVMore TV


What's the story with Windows 7 at PDC


As you've probably heard by now, a Technical Preview of Windows 7 was given out to attendees this week of the Professional Developer's Conference. I sat down with Tim Sneath, the Director of Client Evangelism, to find out what this means for IT Pros.
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TechNet Webcast Audio: Information Regarding an Out-of-Band Security Bulletin Release (Level 200)


On October 23, 2008, Microsoft will release an out-of-band security bulletin. Join us for a brief overview of the technical details of the security bulletin. The intent of this webcast is to address your concerns. Therefore, most of the webcast is devoted to attendees asking questions about the bulletin and getting answers from our security experts. Original Broadcast Date: Thursday, October 23, 2008
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How to Survive a Business Disruption


In this podcast, we discuss how small business can stay up and running in the event of a natural disaster, system failure or an IT disruption.
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How to Protect Against IM Threats


This podcast talks about the risks and threats that Instant Messenging poses to Small and Mid-Sized businesses.
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Green Tips for Your Biz


Learn how to be more environmentally conscious and save money.
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Green Makeover


A true green on green story where energy efficiency is key to this makeover.
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How Do I: Exchange Administration


In this video, Marc Hoppers explains how to use the Exchange Administration features provided in Microsoft Online Services. Topics include, adding and editing users, creating distribution lists, setting ups safe senders and blocked senders.
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SharePoint Set-Up


In this video, Marc Hoppers explains how to configure a SharePoint site collection using Microsoft Online Services. Topics include how to provision a new site collection, how to allocate space to the site collection, and how to add users to the site collection.
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How Do I: Configure and Manage the Recycle Bin?


The Windows SharePoint Services Recycle Bin provides a recycle bin facility to the users of your site, including a multi-level restore capability available to site collection administrators. This feature provides some configuration and has some capacity implications, so join Hilton Giesenow as he describes how to configure and make use of the Recycle Bin.
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How to Recuperate from Virus Attacks


This podcast details how Small & Mid-Sized Businesses can quickly and easily recover from virus attacks.
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How to Safeguard PDAs & Smartphones


This Small & Mid-Sized Business podcast provides information on how businesses can keep data secure when using PDAs and Smartphones.
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Quest Software Confirms Its Place as the Unified Communications Authority
Thursday, October 30, 2008
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Expands Support to Include Real-time Policy Enforcement, Data Leak Prevention, Diagnostics and Resolution for Unified Communications Platforms.
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Symantec Security Products Shine in In-Depth Protection Reviews

Thursday, October 30, 2008
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Symantec's Security Technology and Response Organization Provides Core Technology for the Company's Industry-Leading Security Solutions.
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Shavlik Technologies Partners with Level Platforms to Deliver Security Solutions for Service Providers

Thursday, October 30, 2008
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Shavlik Combines Management of Critical Security and Risk Metrics with Level Platforms’ Managed Workplace® for Secure SMB Monitoring and Management Software for the Service Provider Market.
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Today's Highlighted Job PostingsView the complete list of Job posts

 

SMS Analyst Contract

This is a 1 year contract in Bridgewater, NJ with sanofi-aventis Pharmaceutical.The individual will be responsible for creating and modifying packages for automated installation and distribution via SMS...

 


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Today's Fun Click


Eves Dropping

 

The Partridge Family - The Complete First Season


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