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How do I make a WSUS server downstream?

How do I make a WSUS server downstream?

Configuring a Downstream WSUS Server

  1. Open MMC with the Update Services snap-in.
  2. Connect to the server you are going to change to a downstream server.
  3. Click Options in the left pane.
  4. Click Update Source and Proxy Server.
  5. Click the Synchronize from another Windows Server Update Services Server radio button.

How many WSUS servers do I need?

If you have multiple locations and thousands of computers to manage, you will probably want to have two or more WSUS servers. A single WSUS server can manage up to 15,000 computers and clients can get updates across the WAN, but you do not want client updates using up that much network bandwidth.

What are the ports used for WSUS downstream server?

WSUS upstream and downstream servers will synchronize on the port configured by the WSUS Administrator. By default, these ports are configured as follows: On WSUS 3.2 and earlier, port 80 for HTTP and 443 for HTTPS. On WSUS 6.2 and later (at least Windows Server 2012 ), port 8530 for HTTP and 8531 for HTTPS are used.

What are the two types of WSUS hierarchies?

There are two default computer groups: All Computers and Unassigned Computers. By default, when each client computer initially contacts the WSUS server, the server adds it to both these groups.

Does WSUS use TCP or UDP?

By default, WSUS will use port 8530 for HTTP and 8531 for HTTPS are used. The firewall on the WSUS server must be configured to allow inbound traffic on these ports. If your using with out SSL then you can allow port 8530.

Does WSUS require license?

WSUS doesn’t require any separate licensing for the server or the client, so with what you listed above, you’ll likely be fine.

What protocols does WSUS use?

By default, WSUS will use port 8530 for HTTP and 8531 for HTTPS are used. The firewall on the WSUS server must be configured to allow inbound traffic on these ports.

How much RAM should be installed into a server that will function as a WSUS server?

Memory: WSUS requires an additional 2 GB of RAM more than what is required by the server and all other services or software. Available disk space: 40 GB or greater is recommended. Network adapter: 100 megabits per second (Mbps) or greater (1GB is recommended)

How do I find Windows Update menu?

  1. Select the Start button, then select Settings > Update & security > Windows Update.
  2. If you want to check for updates manually, select Check for updates.
  3. Select Advanced options, and then under Choose how updates are installed, select Automatic (recommended).

Can I use WSUS without SCCM?

You need a WSUS Server and integrated with SCCM for deploying patches. You can install WSUS on SCCM server or remotely as well.

Where can I find the upstream master for WSUS?

Click Options in the left pane Click Update Source and Proxy Server Click the Synchronize from another Windows Server Update Services Server radio button Enter server name: WSUS.CITES.ILLINOIS.EDU (to use the CITES WSUS as the upstream master)

What are the minimum requirements for a WSUS server?

The minimum hardware requirements for WSUS are: Processor: 1.4 gigahertz (GHz) x64 processor (2 Ghz or faster is recommended) Memory: WSUS requires an additional 2 GB of RAM more than what is required by the server and all other services or software. Available disk space: 40 GB or greater is recommended

Can a downstream replica server download WSUS updates?

If you don’t want your downstream replica servers to download updates from an upstream WSUS server, and download them from Microsoft, leave the first option enabled and just check the box This is a replica of the upstream server. However for this lab I will choose to use and upstream WSUS server to download updates from.

Where do WSUS servers communicate with their local systems?

All of our WSUS servers communicate with their local systems using port 8530. Primary Upstream WSUS server inbound. Primary Upstream WSUS Server Outbound. Downstream WSUS server inbound.