Anoop C Nair

Let’s see how to convert WQL queries to SQL queries using SCCM trick. This is the least expected functionality from Configuration Manager as a device management tool. The good news is that SCCM can help you to convert WQL to SQL queries. I don’t know whether there is any tool available in the market to […]

Let’s check the SCCM task sequence app failure issue with error code 0x87d00267. This is reported only after the update or upgrade to the 2107 version of Configuration Manager. I have highlighted this issue in different community forums but have not seen any Microsoft documentation on this issue with error 0x87d00267. There is another known […]

Let’s see the easiest method to create SQL queries for SCCM without opening the SQL management studio. I think this would be the easiest way to get a good number of complex SQL queries to create SCCM custom reports. You can create SCCM custom reports using the report builder. You can also use PowerBI to […]

Let’s check what the new method to install SCCM console extensions is. The SCCM extensions are useful to perform additional actions which are not available with the native installation of the console. One of the examples of SCCM extensions is the right-click tools. The new console extension installation method is introduced with the 2103 version […]

In this post, let’s quickly go through the Surface Duo 2 notifications. Microsoft announced the Surface Duo 2 in the latest Surface event that happened on September 22. In the same event, Microsoft also announced Surface Laptop Studio as well. Surface Duo 2 Notifications are exciting for me. Its dual-display phone and notifications of the […]

Well, let’s check which are those 3 Free SCCM Admin Tools for Advanced Troubleshooting scenarios. These are the three tools I used several times to troubleshoot SCCM (a.k.a Configuration Manager) Server Side issues. Manier time, one of the three SCCM admin tools, explained in the below sections, helped to restore the console connectivity issues. Those […]

Microsoft released the latest Windows 10 cumulative update KB5005611 in preview. It seems there are some potential Fixes for Intune SCCM with Windows 10 Cumulative Update KB5005611. Let’s see whether I can check those fixes announced with KB5005611 are impacting Intune and Autopilot. Microsoft released new Windows 10 patches for Insiders who can’t upgrade to […]

This post helps to understand the Per User Vs Per Device SCCM App Deployment Options. Let’s learn how to define All Users or A User SCCM app deployment type using user experience settings. You can specify the installation behavior of an SCCM application program. The user experience settings help you define the installation behavior of […]

Let’s try to understand how the SCCM file replication account can help you with site-to-site connectivity issue troubleshooting. You can refer to another post that talks about the SCCM Upgrade Issue because of SQL Based Replication. The file replication account helps the SCCM source server to connect to the destination site and to write data […]

Let’s learn to Upgrade to Windows 11 using Intune Feature Update Deployment Policy. This is the only policy that upgrades Intune managed Windows 10 PCs into Windows 11 version. I have seen many tweets from Aria (MSFT PM) to emphasize the message that your managed devices will NOT automatically upgrade to Windows11. You can check […]

Let’s discuss the SCCM log file viewer options in this post. I hope you know about the SCCM (MECM) log file viewers licensed and free to use with SCCM. It seems you can’t use these tools if you are not a licensed SCCM customer. SCCM logs are generated on the client and site server-side. The […]

Let’s learn more about the PowerToys application. The Windows 11 dev channel comes with Microsoft PowerToys on the start button. The PowerToys application is available in Windows Package Manager and you can install it using the Winget tool as I explained Use Winget Windows Package Manager Tool To Install Microsoft Store Apps. This option appeared with […]

Today Microsoft announced that they are coming up with a new 2 in 1 flagship device called Surface Laptop Studio. This flagship device is replacing the Surface Book devices. So there won’t be any new Surface Book devices. You can pull the device towards you, and I think Panos is correct about it! The surface […]

Let’s quickly check the best method to create SCCM device collection for Windows Server 2022. I also cover the details about Windows server 2022 build numbers. Microsoft released the 2107 version of Configuration Manager (a.k.a SCCM), which supports Windows server 2022. So, it’s worth creating a dynamic device collection for grouping all Windows server 2022 devices. You will […]

Key Takeaways Let’s discuss Manage Remote Desktop Clipboard and Drive Redirection Policies to Prevent Data Leakage using Intune. Remote Desktop Services (RDS) allows users to access remote desktops and applications while providing convenient features such as Clipboard redirection and Drive redirection. By default, these features enable users to copy and paste Clipboard content between local […]

Let’s check details about SCCM resource explorer helps to troubleshoot issues related to hardware inventory, etc. You can check all the details about the devices from the ConfigMgr Resource explorer tool. I’m going to share some real-world tips. Resource explorer is an in-console tool, and that is integrated with the SCCM admin console. You don’t […]

Let’s check SCCM CMPivot Architecture and Sample Queries in this post. CMPivot allows you to quickly assess the state of devices in your environment and take action. Fast channel architecture changed the entire behavior of SCCM. Now it’s not at all a slow-moving server(SMS). You can make it run as fast as you can. The […]

Key Takeaways Here, we are discussing Microsoft Azure Removes Default Internet Access for New Virtual Networks. According to the latest news coming that After March 31, 2026, any newly created Virtual Network (VNet) will no longer have automatic access to the internet. This update was highlighted by Christiaan Brinkhoff on his social media platform. Microsoft […]

Let’s discuss how to Enable or Disable Device Delete Setting for Diagnostic Data in Windows using Intune Policy. Intune system settings let users manage device features by creating configuration profiles. These profiles control how devices act and ensure they follow company rules. The Disable Device Delete policy in System settings controls if the delete diagnostic […]

Let’s explore the 3 Easy Methods to Delete Alternate Rows in Microsoft Excel. Excel arranges data in a grid with numbered rows and lettered columns. This lets users easily perform calculations and other tasks using formulas and functions. In this article, I will explain how to delete every other row in Excel. There are three […]

This blog post explains Enforce DDM Software Updates on macOS Device using Intune Settings Catalog. DDM makes it easier to handle updates. Devices can now automatically manage updates based on set policies. This reduces interruptions for users and improves their overall experience. Through macOS Settings, IT administrators can control the macOS versions in their organization, […]

Let’s discuss Entra Refresh Tokens Valid for 90 Days Key Actions Based on Your Licensing Entra ID Free E3 P1 and E5 P2. Microsoft extended the default validity of the Entra Refresh token to 90 days. Before the recent update, the validity of tokens was typically 14-90 days, depending on the configuration. Refresh tokens themselves do not require a specific […]

Microsoft rolled out a New Office ADMX Template Version: 5469.1000 for Microsoft 365 Apps for enterprise Project and Visio. This post shows how to import the ADMX template to Intune. The administrative Template files (ADMX/ADML) for Microsoft Office have been significantly updated. IT administrators use the Administrative Template files (ADMX/ADML) for Microsoft Office to manage and […]

Let’s discuss the Top 83 Windows 11 Desktop Admin Interview Questions. Desktop Admins are the real heroes of the IT world because they are real people who interact with end users. They help users resolve various issues in the cyber world. They are technology problem resolvers responsible for establishing, diagnosing, repairing, maintaining, and upgrading hardware […]

Let’s discuss the AZ-500 Exam Prep Guide Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate Professional Certificate. This exam is designed for professionals working with Azure security services and solutions. It validates a candidate’s expertise in managing Azure security controls, identity management, and securing data, applications, and networks in Azure environments. This certification is ideal for security engineers […]

Hi, there today with a new topic Allow or Block Audio Capture Policy in MS Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center. As we all know that Edge browser is one of the significant browsers that uses in many organizations. With the help of MS365, they are providing a list of policies for oragnizations. So we […]

Hi there today we are discussing how to Allow or Block Web Authentication Requests on Sites with Broken TLS Certificates in Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center. As you all know that security measurements are very important for the users Especially using a browser. Here secure method that allows users to log in to websites […]

SCCM DP Roles have PXE and Throttling Options ConfigMgr. Exciting changes have been made to the Configuration Manager 2012 DP and PXE (more details). In Configuration Manager 2012, unifying infrastructure and simplifying administration are two of the release’s three key pillars (the third is user empowerment). Keeping those pillars in mind, we have updated the […]