Q: How can I force my Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS) 2003 clients to check for new program advertisements?
A: Program advertisements occur as part of the Machine Policy Retrieval & Evaluation Cycle action in the SMS 2003 Advanced Client. To force a client to find new programs that are available ahead of the regular discovery phase, perform these steps:
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Open the Systems Management Control Panel item (Start, Settings, Control Panel, Systems Management). |
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Click the Actions tab. |
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Select "Machine Policy Retrieval & Evaluation Cycle," and then click Initiate Action. |
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Close the Systems Management Control Panel item. Within a few minutes, the new program advertisements should be visible. |
Alternatively, you can use the Policy Spy Tool to force a machine policy retrieval. You can download the Policy Spy Tool here.
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