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KB4577064 – Breaks Windows Server 2008 DNS

24 November 20205 November 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

We recently ran into a problem on an older domain running Microsoft Server 2008 SP2 (not R2) as its DNS server. The problem was that the DNS service on the server kept stopping and crashing. This then obviously caused DNS issues throughout the domain. Having ran through a number of updates, removing them one by … Read more

New Windows 10 Desktop Wallpapers

21 August 20212 November 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

With the recent release of the October 2020 update plus the sixth anniversary of Windows Insider, Microsoft have also released two new desktop wallpapers. The dark and light themed desktop wallpapers take us back to previous versions of Windows with the older logos forming the central part of both. Desktop Wallpapers Take a look at … Read more

SCCM Local Cache Location on a Client Computer

14 November 202030 October 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

The SCCM local cache on a client computer is very helpful for straight forward deployments, but what if the machine runs into any problems during the deployment or download phase? The data that is downloaded to the SCCM local cache location could get corrupted or partially downloaded. What if the user disconnects their laptop from … Read more

Simple Fix to Windows 8 Features Install Issues

14 October 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

The Windows 8 Features Install Problem If you are using a Windows 8 or 8.1 machine you may come across the requirement to install additional features like .NET Framework 3.5 for some software to work. When you are asked to do this, you will be presented with a screen like the one below: Normally, if … Read more

How to Free up Disk Space in Windows 10 [2020 Updated]

22 August 202111 October 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

Introduction Disk space cleanup is a critical must these days with a lot of people opting for a Solid State Drive (SSD) in their computers. SSD drives speed up the computer significantly but the downside is that they tend to be smaller capacity drives, especially if you go for the cheaper options like this Kingston … Read more

SCCM Collection Query for Virtual Machines

20 July 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

System Center Configuration Manager SCCM

Just a quick post to add to our list of SCCM collection queries. We needed one today for a collection of virtual machines only. This query you can use to create a collection to do this: You can check out our other SCCM collection queries by following this link. 167

Fascinating PS5 vs Xbox Series X Infographic – Full Analysis

26 August 202110 July 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

As the Xbox is getting ready to counterpunch the PS5 with its games event on July 23rd, The Gaming Setup has made a recap of everything we know so far about the upcoming consoles. PS5 vs Xbox Series X Comparison While we still wait to see what games Xbox has lined up and what the … Read more

Xbox Live Gold Free Games for July 2020

15 January 20212 July 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

So it’s the start of a new month and Xbox Live Gold members can again download some free games online! Not too bad a month this time with WRC 8 FIA World Rally Championship and Saints Row 2 available, both pretty good games and worth a free download at least. The full set of available … Read more

Windows Language Pack Downloads [2020 Updated]

31 August 20218 June 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

Introduction You may have seen our previous post where you could download the slightly older version of language packs for Windows. Well this post is an update to the more recent editions of Windows. Language Pack Install Instructions Windows Language Pack Downloads 118

Windows 10 Bug Allows Hackers to Delete Your Files

18 May 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

Windows 10 users are being told to update now before hackers have a chance to take advantage of a critical flaw. An apparent vulnerability within the Microsoft operating system could let cybercriminals take control of your PC and even delete files. Microsoft recently addressed over 100 flaws in its latest Patch Tuesday update, 16 of … Read more

System Center Updates Publisher (SCUP) Load Error

18 May 202013 May 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

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Introduction

System Center Updates Publisher (SCUP) is a great tool for IT administrators to use to help push out 3rd party updates. These can include updates for Adobe Flash Player, Adobe Acrobat, HP, Dell and Lenovo.

Thre are also a large number of catalogs that you can purchase or subscribe to so that you can gather updates for other programs.

SCUP Error on Load

Whilst starting this program, you may find that it crashes and the main logo fades out. It will also popup an error box with various information. There is no way to gain access into the software at this point.

Corrupt Database

The problem is a corrupt database for the software. Meaning that when you try and start up the software, it cannot connect to its database and fails.

How to Fix

The fix for this error is very simple, just go to the following location:

C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Microsoft\System Center Updates Publisher 2011

Then rename the folder. Once you have done that, try to start the SCUP program. You should now see that it loads perfectly well.

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How to Restore Active Directory Object

14 August 202122 April 2020 by A.J. Armstrong

Have you ever been in a postition where someone has deleted something that they shouldn’t have done in Active Directory and you desperately need to restore it? Well you can go through your backups and look at restoring that way, but there is a much simplier way to restore any Active Directory object. ADRestore Tool … Read more