Update the computer’s configuration attributes (WMI)
The “Update the
computer’s configuration attributes (WMI)” action enables to automatically
update the information concerning the computer’s configuration.
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Note
that the default installation of Windows Server 2003 does not include the WMI
component for the detection of installed software. To
install this component : 1
– Go to “Windows Add / Remove Programs” 2
– Click on “Windows Components” 3
– Click on “Management and Monitoring Tools” 4
– Click on “Details” 5
– Check the “WMI Windows Installer Provider” box |
Here is the configuration information which is
imported:
- The following configuration attributes:
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MAC address;
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Hard drive capacity;
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Network adapter, display adapter;
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Manufacturer;
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RAM;
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Model;
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Serial number;
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Operating system;
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Processor type;
- The computer’s users;
- The installed software;
- The local printers.
Information
on a workstation prior to the configuration
information update
Information
on a workstation after having performed the
configuration information update
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It
must be noted that the configuration inspection can be automated to run each
night in order to update the configuration information of all computers. Click here to learn more. |
Location: Index > Configuration management module
> List of CI related actions
See also: CI form | Importing
the configuration information of computers