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Anoop C Nair
Anoop C Nair is Workplace Technology solution architect with 25+ years of experience in global enterprise organizations such as JP Morgan, Capgemini, etc. Microsoft Certified Trainer. Microsoft MVP from 2015 onwards for consecutive 11+ years! He also conducts Intune and modern workplace tech training for enterprise organizations. He is Blogger, Speaker, and Founder of HTMD Community and HTMD Conference. His main focus is on Device Management technologies like Intune, Windows, Cloud PC. He writes about technologies like Intune, SCCM, Windows, Cloud PC, Windows, Entra, Microsoft Security.
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Deactivate Office Install Fix Install Limit Reached Already Error
Deactivate Office Install Fix Install Limit Reached Already Error. Let’s review how to deactivate the Office installation and fix the install limit reached error for the Microsoft Office 365 enterprise app. I encountered this issue with my test account and want to address it. Microsoft Office is a versatile suite of computer applications designed to […]
SCCM
ConfigMgr Client Logs Details | SCCM
Let’s analyze the ConfigMgr client logs from the Windows 10 device. Understanding the log file structure from the client side is essential for the initial troubleshooting of the SCCM Tenant attachment. In Microsoft Configuration Manager, various client and site server components generate individual log files to record detailed process information. These logs contain valuable data […]
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ConfigMgr CMPivot Improvements | SCCM 2006 Additional Features
Hi, Today, I am explaining the ConfigMgr CMPivot Improvements with version 2006. The architecture of CMPivot is based on fast-channel notification. CMPivot is a new in-console and standalone utility in ConfigMgr that now provides access to your environment’s real-time device state. CMPivot is a feature that allows you to efficiently evaluate the current state of […]
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Install ConfigMgr Applications from Intune Portal | Admin Center
Now, you can check ConfigMgr applications from Intune Portal (a.k.a Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin center). Let’s check a new tenant-attached ConfigMgr Applications feature made available with the release of ConfigMgr 2006. The Microsoft Intune family of products is an integrated solution for managing all types of devices. Configuration Manager and Intune have been combined into a single console […]
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ConfigMgr VPN Boundary Setup Process Explained | SCCM
ConfigMgr VPN boundary is the new functionality introduced in the ConfigMgr 2006 version. The new boundary type introduced with Configuration Manager 2006 is VPN. This helps the SCCM admin to support remote working scenarios more efficiently. We have already learned how to create Boundaries and boundary Groups in ConfigMgr. What will happen when someone accidentally […]
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Change SCCM Client Software Update Point SUP | ConfigMgr
Change SCCM Client Software Update Point SUP | ConfigMgr. Let’s check how to change the SCCM client software update point from the admin console. This feature requires the client to be presented with multiple SUPs from Management Point. A software update point (SUP) is a crucial component in the Configuration Manager (SCCM) ecosystem. Its interfacing […]
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Recover Secondary Site Fix SCCM Secondary Server Recovery Failed Issue | ConfigMgr
Let’s check how to fix the SCCM secondary server recovery failed issue (a.k.a. Recover Secondary Site). I got this issue while installing a hotfix on the configuration manager’s secondary site server. You can check the Show Install Status wizard, which shows that the replication between the secondary and primary is not active. Secondary sites are […]
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SCCM Secondary Server Hotfix Installation Guide | ConfigMgr
Let’s find out the method SCCM Secondary Server Hotfix Installation details. The SCCM hotfixes won’t automatically install on ConfigMgr secondary servers. A hotfix is a fast solution that addresses a bug or defect and usually bypasses the regular software development process. It is generally used for high-priority or severe bugs needing immediate correction, such as […]
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Check SCCM Secondary Server Hotfix Installation Status
Let’s quickly determine the SCCM secondary server hotfix installation status with an SQL query. It’s difficult to determine whether the ConfigMgr secondary server installed the latest hotfix. Before discussing the details of the SQL query that can help you determine the status of the hotfix installation, let’s understand the real issue. You can check the […]
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Lenovo Update Catalog V3 for SCCM | Third-Party Updates
Let’s understand Lenovo Update Catalog V3 for SCCM and learn more about the details of the third-party updates feature in your ConfigMgr environment. ConfigMgr 1806 or later versions can enable third-party updates (without SCUP integration). Previously, deploying third-party software updates with SCCM involved using SCUP. However, advancements have eliminated the need for SCUP in this […]
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SCCM Tenant Attach Troubleshooting Issues via Logs | ConfigMgr
Let’s understand the ConfigMgr Tenant Attach Troubleshooting Issues via Logs, and Tenant Attach Background Process Walkthrough via Log files. You can initiate many client actions from the Intune portal without connecting to the ConfigMgr console. In this post, I will use a CMPivot query as an example to understand the background process using SCCM logs. […]
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Run CMPivot Queries from Intune Portal | SCCM | ConfigMgr
today, I will explain how to execute CMPivot queries from the Intune admin center. Microsoft Intune simplifies running CMPivot queries on tenant-attached devices and evaluating their status in your environment. Let’s check a new tenant-attached CMPivot feature made available with the release of ConfigMgr 2006. Now, you can check the options to Run CMPivot Queries […]
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Office 365 is now Microsoft 365
When Office 365 changed to Microsoft 365, the license agreement for the Office application was updated. I needed to review and agree to the new terms during this change because Microsoft rebranded Office 365 to Microsoft 365. The rebranding of Office 365 to MS 365 in April 2020 marked a significant shift, highlighting the broader […]
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Enable SCCM Resource Explorer from Intune Portal | ConfigMgr
You can now check SCCM resource explorer from Intune Portal (a.k.a. Microsoft Endpoint Manager admin centre). Let’s check out the new tenant attached Resource Explorer feature made available with the release of ConfigMgr 2006. Let’s revise the details about the resource explorer from the ConfigMgr console. At the bottom of this post, we will see more […]
AVD
AVD RDP Settings Options Available in Azure Portal
This is a quick post to share the great news about the AVD RDP settings options in the Azure portal: this is an RD setting option only available for the AVD ARMs version (not available for the classic version). This article explains the custom RDP properties of an AVD host pool, including connection information, session […]
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SCCM CMPivot Architecture and Sample Queries
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 […]
Azure AD
Microsoft Azure Removes Default Internet Access for New Virtual Networks
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 […]
Intune
How to Enable or Disable Device Delete Setting for Diagnostic Data in Windows using Intune Policy
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 […]
Microsoft 365
3 Easy Methods to Delete Alternate Rows in Microsoft Excel
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 […]
Intune
Enforce DDM Software Updates on macOS Device using Intune Settings Catalog
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, […]
Entra
Entra Refresh Tokens Valid for 90 Days Key Actions based on your Licensing Entra ID Free E3 P1 and E5 P2
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 […]
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New Office ADMX Template for Microsoft 365 Apps for Enterprise Project and Visio | Import to Intune
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 […]
Windows 11
Top 83 Windows 11 Desktop Admin Interview Questions
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 […]
Azure
AZ-500 Exam Prep Guide Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate Professional Certificate
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 […]
Microsoft 365
Allow or Block Audio Capture Policy in MS Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center
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 […]
Microsoft 365
How to Allow or Block Web Authentication Requests on Sites with Broken TLS Certificates in Edge Browser using M365 Admin Center
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 2012
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 […]
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