In today’s fast-paced business environment, keeping your systems up to date is crucial for maintaining security and performance. Dell Technologies is proud to introduce the Support for ARM64 platforms with Dell Business Client Update Catalog. This solution automates the patch process for ARM64-based Dell Business Client systems within a Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) environment. This catalog not only simplifies system updates but also sets a new standard by being the first* in the industry to support ARM64-based client systems.
What makes the Dell Business Client Update Catalog different?
- Streamlining System Updates
The Dell Business Client Update Catalog is designed to make the update process seamless and efficient. The catalog provides detailed information on required updates for Dell client systems, including BIOS, firmware, drivers and Dell applications. This automation ensures your systems are always running the latest updates, reducing the risk of vulnerabilities and improving overall performance.
- Dell Client System Inventory Agent for ARM64 Systems
The Dell Client System Inventory Agent is now available for ARM64 systems. This agent is responsible for inventorying drivers, firmware, BIOS and applications provided by Dell. It records the inventory information in WMI, which the MECM software update point utilizes through WQL queries.
- Support for Latest and Upcoming Platforms
The latest update catalog includes support for popular models such as the XPS 13 9345, Latitude 5455 and Latitude 7455 laptops. Additionally, Dell is committed to ensuring that the catalog will continue to support upcoming Business client platforms as soon as they are launched.
How the Dell Business Client Update Catalog works
Step 1: Start with Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
IT Administrators will be able to subscribe to the Dell Business Client Update Catalog from the Microsoft Configuration Manager – Third party update screen. The detailed steps are in the references section below.
Step 2: Deploying Dell Client System Inventory Agent for ARM64
The Dell Client System Inventory Agent is now available for ARM64 systems. The third-party update catalog will recommend the inventory agent as “Required” update for ARM64-based systems.
Step 3: Deploying updates for Dell Business client systems
Upon installation of the Inventory Agent, the latest driver, BIOS, firmware and application updates are listed as “Required” in MECM console for the systems as needs update. The detailed steps are in the references section below.
Conclusion
The Dell Business Client Update Catalog revolutionizes the system update process for businesses. It offers comprehensive support for BIOS, firmware, drivers and applications, including pioneering ARM64 support and the latest laptop models. By setting a new industry standard, Dell ensures your systems remain up-to-date and ahead of the curve.
References
End-to-End Deployment of Update
Dell Business Client Update Catalog for Microsoft MECM and SCCM
*Based on internal analysis
