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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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SCCM 2002 Site Version Confusion HotFix KB4567007 Update | ConfigMgr
Today, we will discuss SCCM 2002 Site Version Confusion HotFix KB4567007 Update | ConfigMgr. After the PXE Boot Failures Task Sequence Delays hotfix KB4567007 installation, there are many queries about the SCCM 2002 site version. Another confusion was about the status of the post-installation. Let’s understand where all we can check and confirm is the […]
SCCM
ConfigMgr Microsoft Edge SQL Query | Custom Report | SCCM
This post helps you get ConfigMgr Microsoft Edge SQL Query | Custom Report | SCCM. Let’s analyze the Edge browser installation using ConfigMgr Microsoft Edge SQL Query and try to find the legacy Microsoft Edge browser installation using SCCM. Microsoft introduced a new version of Edge based on Chromium. You should use the Edge Chromium […]
AVD
AVD Add New Session Hosts to Existing Host Pool | Registration Key
Today, let’s learn how to add new session hosts to the existing host pool. This post applies only to the Azure Virtual Desktop spring 2020 release (a.k.a. WVD v2). The Spring 2020 update uses the Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Windows Virtual Desktop objects. After setting up a host pool, workspace, and application group, adding session […]
SCCM
SCCM 2002 KB4567007 Stuck at Post Installation | ConfigMgr
Let’s discuss SCCM 2002 KB4567007 Stuck at Post Installation | ConfigMgr. Recently, we received an HTMD Forum question about SCCM 2002 KB4567007 being stuck at post-installation. I thought of sharing my experience with the KB4567007 ConfigMgr 2002 hotfix installation to fix the P.X.E. boot and Task Sequence issues. As I mentioned in the ConfigMgr 2002 […]
AVD
AVD Admin Experience Create New Host Pool | Workspace | Session Host
Let’s learn about the AVD Admin Experience and how to create a Host Pool, Workspace, and Session Host. I explained the AVD v2 ARM model architecture in the last blog post. The spring 2020 release is not generally available, but I think Microsoft plans to get AVD v2 out of public preview very soon. In […]
ConfigMgr Edge Chromium Unmatched Exit Code (1) Execution Failed | SCCM
Let’s try to fix the edge chromium deployment error. The following is the error Edge Chromium Unmatched Exit Code (1) Is Considered An Execution Failure. The production version of the Microsoft Edge browser was released on 15th January 2020. I used the default option (using \Software Library\Overview\Microsoft Edge Management) in SCCM to deploy the Edge Chromium […]
SCCM
SCCM Redistribute Configuration Manager Client Upgrade Package
You know there are hidden packages in ConfigMgr. One of them is the Configuration Manager Client Upgrade Package. Let’s understand how SCCM redistributes it. Let’s take an example of a hidden package called the Configuration Manager client upgrade package. Hidden packages like this can’t be redistributed from the admin console. Let’s learn how you, as […]
SCCM
List of SCCM MP IIS Virtual Directories | ConfigMgr | MEMCM
This is a quick post listing the default IIS virtual directories created during the installation of Configuration Manager Management Point. Let’s check the List of SCCM MP IIS Virtual Directories. In Internet Information Services (IIS) 7, a virtual directory is a user-specified directory name (or path) mapped to a physical directory on a local or […]
SCCM
ConfigMgr Admin Console Silent Install Application Using SCCM
Let’s create the ConfigMgr Admin Console Silent Install Application Using SCCM. This Application can deploy the SCCM admin console to Windows 10 devices. You can use the admin console source files from Configuration Manager primary server folder “<SCCM site server installation path>\Tools\ConsoleSetup“. In this post, I’m trying to install the SCCM 2002 admin console on […]
SCCM
FIX PXE Boot Failures Task Sequence Delays with SCCM 2002 | KB 4567007
Let’s fix PXE Boot Failures Task Sequence delays with SCCM 2002. As I mentioned in the ConfigMgr 2002 known issues., there is a known issue with the Configuration Manager (ConfigMgr) 2002 version. The KB4567007 is a hotfix released by Microsoft to fix the PXE boot and TS slowness issue with the SCCM version 2002. More […]
AVD
AVD Management Using Visual Studio Code Instead of PowerShell ISE
In this post, we will learn how to start AVD Management Using Visual Studio Code instead of PowerShell ISE. Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) supports only PowerShell core 7.0 or later. I have been extensively using PowerShell ISE (yes!).. but I still love GUI, and I don’t like coding. Note! – This post mainly applies to […]
SCCM
SCCM 2002 Known Issues Bugs Fixes | ConfigMgr
In this post, you will learn more about SCCM 2002 known issues. ConfigMgr 2002 is generally available, and all SCCM infrastructure has an online Service Connection Point. You should also have any of the following versions of ConfigMgr: 1902, 1906, or 1910. If your current SCCM version is 1806 or later, you can upgrade to Configuration Manager […]
SCCM
Fix SCCM Script Approve Deny Button is Disabled Grayed Out ConfigMgr
How many use PowerShell scripts to deploy some quick fixes? Let’s find a solution to Fix SCCM Script Approve Deny Button is Disabled. More details about Fix SCCM Pre-Release Features are Grayed Out | Enable | ConfigMgr. You can get more details about step by step guide – SCCM Run Script Deployment Step by Step […]
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Fix SCCM Sites that don’t have Proper HTTPS Configuration Issue ConfigMgr
Let’s find out how to fix ConfigMgr Sites that don’t have a Proper HTTPS Configuration issue. I noticed this error when I was going through management insights. I have seen this issue with the SCCM 2004 version. Read More on SCCM Client PKI – FIX SCCM PKI Client Registration Issue Hotfix and SCCM Configure Settings […]
AVD
AVD Architecture Changes ARM Based | New Portal Admin Experience
Let’s discuss AVD Architecture Changes ARM Based | New Portal Admin Experience. Well, it’s not officially AVD ARM-based; instead, it’s a new Portal for AVD with a new Admin Experience. However, the AVD architecture for the 2020 spring update has changed significantly with the spring release. AVD, which stands for Azure Virtual Desktop, is an […]
SCCM
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 […]
Microsoft 365
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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