Enabling Automatic Updates

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June 18th, 2004, 01:24 PM
Algaen

Enabling Automatic Updates

Does anyone know of a small tool/utility (in exe form) that can be used to enable windows automatic updates? I know it is about 3 mouse clicks to do it manually, or the regsitry can be edited with a reg file (a la http://support.microsoft.com/default...b;EN-US;328010), but we would really like an exe to do this. I've looked around on google and not found much (besides manual instructions)

I'm sure someone out that has thrown something together, if not we'll have to make one up ourselves. Thanks a lot!

-Al
June 18th, 2004, 01:31 PM
the_JinX

Two Words:

Visual Basic

Explanation:

Just make a small VB app that inserts the key into the registry.. compile to exe and there you go..
June 18th, 2004, 01:48 PM
Negative

You could also try it with a batch-file in DOS :D
Not quite an exe, but should work fine, too.

update.bat:

Code:

@echo off REGEDIT UPDATE.REG *where update.reg is the file that contains the new key*

update.reg:

Code:

[HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU] "NoAutoUpdate"="0"

or whatever the key is...
June 18th, 2004, 02:17 PM
djscribble

if you don't have access or knowlege of visual basic you can use a batch file/program... the following is something that i just setup really quick, but you will have to insert the desired values, and i know it works in windows xp, it will not work in win 2k unless the resource kit is installed...

Values:
Create the required DWORD values from table below:

Value: NoAutoUpdate

0 - Enable Automatic Updates (Default)
1 - Disable Automatic Updates
Value: AUOptions

2 - Notify for download and notify for install
3 - Auto download and notify for install
4 - Auto download and schedule the install
Value: ScheduledInstallDay

0 - Install every day
1 to 7 - Install on specific day of the week from Sunday (1) to Saturday (7).
Value: ScheduledInstallTime

0 to 23 - Install time of day in 24-hour format

batch:
@echo off
reg add HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU\ /v NoAutoUpdate /d [value] /f
reg add HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU\ /v AUOptions /d [value] /f
reg add HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU\ /v ScheduledInstallDay /d [value] /f
reg add HKLM\Software\Policies\Microsoft\Windows\WindowsUpdate\AU\ /v ScheduledInstallTime /d [value] /f
June 23rd, 2004, 03:28 AM
Cope57

You mentioned that you knew about these, but why download another program for something that is this simple?

How to Turn On Automatic Updates

* Click Start , click Control Panel , and then double-click System.
* Click the Automatic Updates tab, and then click one of the following options:

- Download the updates automatically and notify me when they are ready to be installed. (This is the default setting.)

- Notify me before downloading any updates and notify me again before installing them on my computer.

How to Turn Off Automatic Updates

* Click Start , click Control Panel , and then double-click System.
* Click the Automatic Updates tab, and then click Turn off automatic updating. I want to update my computer manually.
June 23rd, 2004, 03:41 AM
michael737n

all good ideas but you could just get a mac box with os x and set it to check for whenevevr u want it to
June 23rd, 2004, 03:54 AM
madjag291

Quote:

Originally posted here by Cope57
You mentioned that you knew about these, but why download another program for something that is this simple?

How to Turn On Automatic Updates

* Click Start , click Control Panel , and then double-click System.
* Click the Automatic Updates tab, and then click one of the following options:

- Download the updates automatically and notify me when they are ready to be installed. (This is the default setting.)

- Notify me before downloading any updates and notify me again before installing them on my computer.

How to Turn Off Automatic Updates

* Click Start , click Control Panel , and then double-click System.
* Click the Automatic Updates tab, and then click Turn off automatic updating. I want to update my computer manually.

See... this is ignorance at it's prime... he clearly pointed out that he knew how to do it manually and wants to know how to do it via an automated process but you insist on posting the manual instructions... do you not understand what he wrote or do you have a dysfunction or something?!
June 23rd, 2004, 04:04 AM
Algaen

<insert madjag291's rant>

Thanks for doing all the typing for me dude!

I know sometimes it is boring to read through an entire thread but obviously there is important information the whole way through and you end up looking somewhat foolish by reposting. Just remember that for the future.

michael737n,
All we are trying to do is to make sure everyone has automatic updates going so that when they register on our network, we know they will continue to be safe against each new threat. It being a rather loosley structured university network there is no easy way to do this. Not everyone logs into novell (i.e. runs a login script) so there is no way to roll stuff out. Our only real option is to put together a package to ensure that virus definitions are up to date and are getting updated, automatic updates are enabled and the box is currently clean at the time of registration. This package is our responsibilty, getting everyone to run it is up to someone else (thank god not me). Thanks for the suggestion though!
June 23rd, 2004, 04:17 AM
ammo

If in a windows domain (with active directory), use the sus administrative template (http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/d...displaylang=en) to configure auto updates on OUs...

Ammo
June 23rd, 2004, 04:19 AM
Cope57

You madjag291 are absolutely correct by quoting me, maybe this quote would be a more logical choice?

Quote:

Originally posted here by michael737n
all good ideas but you could just get a mac box with os x and set it to check for whenevevr u want it to

I posted the auto update steps, only because the actual steps have not been posted on the forum yet...
The forum search feature does mention that you should have it automatically enabled though
I guess everybody already knew the steps... Nothing like getting flamed for helping...
June 23rd, 2004, 04:24 AM
madjag291

Quote:

Originally posted here by Cope57
You madjag291 are absolutely correct by quoting me, maybe this quote would be a more logical choice?

I posted the auto update steps, only because the actual steps have not been posted on the forum yet...
The forum search feature does mention that you should have it automatically enabled though
I guess everybody already knew the steps... Nothing like getting flamed for helping...

That post wasn't there when I was read it the thread for the first time... I loaded the page, got side tracked and went on to post way after that was posted.. but my post stands, you posted something that clearly went against what was asked and tried to press him for something that he clearly didn't want... and I really like your last line... who did you help? Where was the question asking how to enable updates manually... am I the only who doesn't see it?? Oh yea... ITS NOT THERE!

[edit]

Just for kicks, I wanna post this:

Quote:

Calling other members ignorant reflects upon your creditability as a member that does not like those that help.
AP Poster: Cope57
June 23rd, 2004, 04:39 AM
Cope57

Re: Enabling Automatic Updates

Quote:

Originally posted here by Algaen
Does anyone know of a small tool/utility (in exe form) that can be used to enable windows automatic updates?

Here is where the question about automatic updates is asked. I was posting the steps to it, cause a .exe program is more of a hassle than it's worth.

Please throw more fuel on it..... You must be feeling cold hearted. I'm sorry I PM'd you, I guess you like things in the open. Sorry for you calling others ignorant. Oh, and have a nice day. :D
June 23rd, 2004, 04:48 AM
madjag291

A) He wants an .exe.. clearly stated... and says he knows how to do it manually.

B) You post directions giving him manual directions despite him knowing how them and him not asking for them.

C) You go on to be an ass and try to hide the fact that your answer is lame and useless to the question asked.

D) You did not PM me.
June 23rd, 2004, 04:50 AM
Negative

Just for kicks... could you stop posting AP-assignments, PMs and what not?
Cope57 at least posted something related to the thread. You didn't. Simple as that.
There have been enough threads taken off-topic by you already.
June 23rd, 2004, 04:54 AM
madjag291

Quote:

Originally posted here by Negative
Just for kicks... could you stop posting AP-assignments, PMs and what not?
Cope57 at least posted something related to the thread. You didn't. Simple as that.
There have been enough threads taken off-topic by you already.

Whats wrong with me posting a PM assignment?

The question was answered by the only method I know how to do that... a batch file... and unless you want repeated answers over and over, I'm not going to post the same message over and over like a parrot.

And what other threads taken off-topic by me... I've helped in situation possible that I knew how and you know it. =|
June 23rd, 2004, 04:59 AM
Negative

Private Messages are private... AntiPoint-assignments are between you and the assigner/ee...

Quote:

And what other threads taken off-topic by me...

I'd show you but I deleted them all :D
June 23rd, 2004, 05:01 AM
madjag291

Quote:

Originally posted here by Negative
Private Messages are private... AntiPoint-assignments are between you and the assigner/ee...

I'd show you but I deleted them all :D

Deleting 2/3 posts of mine in a thread that was a total mess doesn't constitute as me taking a thread off-topic. :rolleyes:
June 23rd, 2004, 08:28 AM
pooh sun tzu

madjag291, take a look at the member name just below Negative's handle. 'Moderator'

Whether you are right or wrong, left or hungry, he is God here. :) Not being harsh to you, just giving you a heads up to have everyone start cooling down the flames before Negative brings out the whip and chains.