OIT SUS FAQ
What does the file name OITSUS.reg mean?
The name reflects its function: Office of Information Technology Software Update Service Registry file.
What if I'm using wireless or a non-University of Minnesota ISP?
We're offering this service to University Internet account holders regardless of which ISP (Internet Service Provider) they use. However, since you must have a University of Minnesota IP address to use it, you may need to use VPN: http://vpn.umn.edu
What about older versions of Windows?
Older systems - that is, Windows 95, 98, Windows NT, and Windows ME (Millennium) - cannot take advantage of this University of Minnesota update service.
Who runs this service?
This service is run by the Office of Information Technology and help is available from 1-HELP; select the Internet connection option. If you have suggestions or comments about this service, send e-mail to oit-sup@umn.edu
To find out more technical information about the server we are running, see: http://www.susserver.com/
Departmental server administrators who want to run WSUS for the systems they support should see: http://www.susserver.com/
Can servers use this service?
NOTE for Active Directory users: If your server is joined to the central Active Directory service (UMN.EDU domain), then the default Group Policy Object already handles automatic Windows Updates. You do not need to use OITSUS.
WSUS supports the following server platforms:
- Windows Server 2008
- Windows Server 2003
- Windows 2000 Server
- Windows 2000 Advanced Server.
This service can be used on stand alone servers running minimal services, such as file and print. Advanced servers have different needs and must abide by more robust security procedures.
Where can I learn more about Windows update?
See the "About Windows Update" section at this Microsoft website: http://v4.windowsupdate.microsoft.com/en/default.asp )
What about customizing the settings?
If you must customize the settings, start by saving the registry file as instructed above. Whenever you edit the registry, be extremely careful. Mistakes can have serious adverse effects on any computer.
What does Microsoft say about software update services deployment?
More information about Microsoft's Update Services Deployment is available in this White Paper: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserversystem/sus/susdeployment.mspx