Microsoft Updates via Windows Update for Business

SCS supported Windows 10 computers will be migrating to a new method of installing Microsoft operating system and product updates called, Windows Update for Business.  The new method does not require you to connect over VPN for monthly updates off campus. Windows computers will now be configured for Microsoft Update which will patch Microsoft products beyond our current selection while also providing firmware and driver updates.

As a result of Microsoft's new servicing model, there are now two types of updates: monthly "quality updates" and annual "feature updates". Both are equally important, but each one delivers different sets of improvements at different times. SCS Computing Facilities runs a managed Windows environment where we receive and subsequently distribute these updates internally. 

Working Remotely - VPN Required Once More

Connect via VPN at least once more for 4 hours

Off-campus Windows computers will only need to connect to the VPN one more time to install updates. One more connection will facilitate the new management system taking over the update workload. Please visit the Andrew Computing Services website for more information on VPN.

If you do not already have Cisco AnyConnect, install instructions are below.

Download & Install Cisco AnyConnect VPN Client

1. Download the Cisco AnyConnect VPN client.
2. Double-click the downloaded file to run the installer.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to install.
4. Uncheck all the boxes except VPN for Installation Type.

Connecting to the CMU network via VPN

1. Connect to the Internet.
2. Open the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client.
3. Type vpn.cmu.edu and click Connect.
4. Select the General Use Campus VPN from the Group drop-down menu.
5. Enter your Andrew userID and password.
6. Click OK. 

Andrew Domain (Windows 10) - Updating via Settings

Below is the manual method to check for updates.  Updates install automatically.

1. Open Settings.
   1. Click on the Windows Menu, also known as the Start Menu.
   2. Search for “Settings”.
   3. Click on Update & Security.
2. Click Check for updates. 
3. Once completed, please restart your computer.

Off-campus Andrew Windows computers will only need to connect to the VPN one more time to install updates. One more connection will facilitate the new management system taking over the update workload. Please visit the Andrew Computing Services website for more information on VPN.

Please Note: Not all updates will require a reboot. The system will prompt for reboot should the installation require it.