The University continues to develop more ways to protect data and people in response to the dynamic technology and security landscape. As a result of changes initiated by the University’s SPG 601.27, Windows updates will need to be installed within 30 days of release. Additionally, there is a monthly reboot required in order to fully install the updates. This change will help ensure devices are updated to protect against security threats.
What control do I have over when my computer reboots?
Setting Active Hours can help updates and reboots happen outside your active working hours. Default Active Hours are 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. To change these hours, please see these instructions. Once updates are installed, you can also reboot your computer at your convenience during the reminder window.
What if I use my machines for research that runs longer than a month?
If you have any concerns about specific research machines that need accommodations, please reach out to us to discuss options.
Are classroom machines affected?
Classroom computers will continue to receive their updates and reboot between 12:01 a.m. and 4 a.m.
What does it look like on my machine?
Once updates are pushed, there will be periodic reminders to reboot and install updates for a period of one week.
At the end of the week, there will be a final 3-hour warning before the computer reboots to complete the installation.
I have some additional questions. Where do I direct those?
Please reach out to us if you have any additional questions about this change.
