Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager 2007 provides a robust management solution for desktop computers, mobile computers, and servers (referred to in this document as traditional client computers).
Device Manager 2011 extends the capabilities of Configuration Manager to enable the management of specialized devices (specifically thin client, point of service (POS), and digital signage).
The result is a comprehensive device management solution that is robust and seamless, and that provides an experience similar to managing traditional client computers.
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Requirements:
· System Center Configuration Manager 2007
· Windows Embedded Device Manger 2011
What's New in This Release: [ read full changelog ]
Improved Scalability and Deployment:
· Device Manager 2011 can now be deployed in hierarchies with multiple distributed site servers, as well as in less complex site server hierarchies. Multiple distribution points can now be used to distribute write filter-enabled content, and centralized management and reporting is now supported.
Improved functionality:
· The expiration period for device imaging deployments has been extended to 6 months, providing enhanced functionality for offline and newly deployed devices.
Expanded support for Configuration Manager environments:
· Device Manager can now be deployed in environments with both ConfigMgr 2007 R2 SP2 and ConfigMgr 2007 SP1. In addition, Device Manager 2011 can be installed in an environment that includes both ConfigMgr 2007 and ConfigMgr 2003 (though Device Manager 2011 can only be installed on ConfigMgr 2007).
More flexible collections:
· Predefined and dynamic collection creation can now be disabled, providing flexibility in...