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Anoop C Nair

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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

FIX – Error SCCM Azure AD Web App Already Exists

Let us learn about FIX – Error SCCM Azure AD Web App Already Exists. SCCM 1806 allows deploying Cloud DP using Azure Resource Manager (ARM). However, I don’t recommend using cloud DP. Rather, you can use CMG to download content. Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager, earlier known as System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), is a tool […]

August 8, 2018 · 3 min read
SCCM

SCCM 1806 New Features Changes -in a Video Walkthrough

Let’s discuss SCCM 1806 New Features Changes – in a Video Walkthrough. The SCCM 1806 production version is available via the fast ring (opt-in) channel. I upgraded my lab environment, which was a very smooth upgrade. Microsoft released the SCCM 1806 update via a SLOW ring on August 17, 2018. It is a Slow Ring Production Version. […]

August 7, 2018 · 5 min read
Windows Autopilot

Step-by-Step Guide Windows Autopilot Process with Intune

Let’s check out and learn about Windows Autopilot from the Step-by-Step Guide on the Windows AutoPilot Process with Intune. You can also look at the latest guide about Provisioning Windows 10 (and Windows 11 as well) with the Windows AutoPilot Step-by-Step Admin Guide. Windows AutoPilot service is a collection of technologies that simplify and automate […]

August 6, 2018 · 13 min read
Intune

Intune Help Desk Support Tools for Windows Devices Quick Review

Today, I will explain Intune Help Desk Support Tools for Windows Devices Quick Review. Intune provides useful tools for help desk teams. For most organizations, help desk teams are the first level of support for all Intune or mobile device management issues. As explained in this post, Intune Help Desk Support Tools will help the […]

August 2, 2018 · 4 min read
SCCM

How to Upgrade SCCM Infra to 1806 Production Version

Microsoft’s SCCM 1806 update is now available for all SCCM environments via the SLOW ring. SCCM 1806 is an in-console update for SCCM 1706, 1710, or 1802 production versions. In this post, we will discuss more SCCM infra upgrade processes and provide more details about the SCCM 1806 GA slow ring. Microsoft released the SCCM […]

August 1, 2018 · 7 min read
Intune

Intune Enrollment Status Page Troubleshooting

Let’s learn how to troubleshoot the Intune Enrollment Status Page (ESP). Some of us are new to it. The enrollment status page policy is global, and once enabled, it applies to all users. I hope Microsoft will allow us to deploy different enrollment status screen policies to different users. The enrollment page is a status […]

July 31, 2018 · 6 min read
SCCM

How to Learn SCCM Intune Azure

I still get many queries similar to “How to Learn SCCM Intune Azure,” “How to Learn Intune ”, “How to become an expert in SCCM,” or “What is the future of SCCM/ ConfigMgr?” I didn’t do much research on these topics. So my opinions could be wrong. This post will provide some tips and tricks for […]

July 25, 2018 · 7 min read
Intune

Intune Beginners Guide to Deploy MSI Application

Let’s learn about Intune’s Beginners Guide to Deploy MSI Application. Application deployment is probably the most used feature in SCCM.  Microsoft states that MSI is old technology and cannot support modern innovations. MSI is a decade-old installer package file format used by Windows. In this post, you will see how to deploy an MSI application […]

July 24, 2018 · 7 min read
SCCM

SCCM Documentation Script – Video Review of Automation

How do I document SCCM Settings every month? This is a quick post to review the SCCM documentation script. David’s script saved many of us from disasters. I have shared one of my experiences in the following section, which I explained in one of my previous posts here. What will happen when someone accidentally deletes […]

July 23, 2018 · 4 min read
SCCM

How to Create SCCM Dynamic Collection – Part 2

Let’s check out How to Create SCCM Dynamic Collection—Part 2. Most organizations use Dynamic collections to deploy applications. If you ask me whether dynamic groups are best for your SCCM environment, my answer would be no. I would rather avoid creating an SCCM dynamic collection and use the Active Directory group. SCCM Query All Active […]

July 18, 2018 · 6 min read
Windows 10

Video Review of Microsoft Whiteboard for IT Pros

Let us learn about the Video Review of Microsoft Whiteboard for IT Pros. The Microsoft Whiteboard app for Windows 10 is a useful application that is available in all Windows regions. However, the Whiteboard application is only available in English. According to Microsoft, it will be rolled out to other languages over the next few […]

July 17, 2018 · 3 min read
SCCM

Create SCCM Collections Based on the Direct Membership Rule

Let’s see how to Create an SCCM Collections Based on the Direct Membership Rule. Direct membership rules can be scripted using automation via PowerShell or admin services. SCCM Collections are critical in the SCCM environment. We should be careful when creating or modifying collections, as they can cause performance issues. I have a couple of […]

July 12, 2018 · 9 min read
SCCM

Fix – SCCM 1802 Known Issues Configuration Manager

Let’s learn how to Fix SCCM 1802 Known Issues in Configuration Manager. Microsoft released some updates, rollups, and hotfixes for the latest production version of SCCM 1802. SCCM 1802 includes new features and enhancements in various areas such as site infrastructure, management insights, client management, co-management, compliance settings, application management, operating system deployment, software center, […]

July 10, 2018 · 6 min read
ITPro

What is SysAdmin Day for Proud IT Pros

What is SysAdmin Day for Proud IT Pros? It’s that time of year to say Thank you, SysAdmin. Here’s hoping SCCM, Intune, Hyper-V, ESX, etc., servers don’t go down on our big day! SysAdmin Day 2018 is on Friday, 27th July. SysAdmins are System Administrators; in other words, they are IT Pros. SysAdmin = IT […]

July 9, 2018 · 3 min read
Windows Autopilot

Windows Autopilot Profile Assignment Changes in Intune Explained

Key Takeaways Windows Autopilot Profile Assignment Changes in Intune Explained! Microsoft recommends assigning Windows Autopilot Deployment Profiles to Microsoft Entra device groups instead of assigning them to individual devices. With this method, devices automatically receive the correct Autopilot profile when they become members of the assigned group. This approach reduces manual work, simplifies management, and […]

July 4, 2018 · 6 min read
SCCM

Microsoft MVP Award 2018 – The Passion

Let us learn about the Microsoft MVP Award 2018—The Passion. I am humbled and honoured to receive my fourth Microsoft MVP award in the Enterprise Mobility category. Through this post, I want to thank all of my supporters, readers, and subscribers to this blog, my MVP colleagues, and all technology enthusiasts. I got this Award […]

July 2, 2018 · 3 min read