Desktop Central 8

Server and Desktop Management Software

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  • Easy-to-Use and Affordable Desktop Management Software

  • Desktop Management Software that is Trusted by over 5000 Customers Worldwide
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Desktop Central automates desktop management routines for enterprises to standardize and secure their Windows network

  • Automate regular desktop management activities
  • Secure desktops from wide range of threats
  • Spend less time in troubleshooting day-to-day problems
  • Generate comprehensive reports to audit your IT assets

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Migration Sequence

Note: We strongly recommend you to take backups before migrating. This helps you prevent accidental loss of data.

Identify your build number and follow the sequence as given in the table below to move to the latest version (How can I find my Build number?)

Current Build Service Pack Move to Build
60001, 60002, ... 60122
Download Service Pack Service Pack
Install Service Pack How to Install | README
60200
60200, 60210, ... 60232
Download Service Pack Service Pack
Install Service Pack How to Install | README
60300
60301, 60302, ... 60349
Download Upgrade Pack Upgrade Pack
Install Upgrade Pack How to Install | README
70001
70002, 70003, ... 70019
Download Service Pack Service Pack
Install Service Pack How to Install | README
70100
70101, 70102, ... 70140
Download Service Pack Service Pack
Install Service Pack How to Install | README
70203
70203, 70251, ... 80000
Download Service Pack Service Pack
Install Service Pack How to Install | README
80000

Instructions to Apply Service Packs & Hot Fixes

Note: To reach the latest version, if you have to install a couple of service packs and hotfixes, it is recommended to exit the Update Manager tool for every PPM installation.
  1. Shut down Desktop Central. (either through Start --> Programs -->ManageEngine Desktop Central --> Stop Desktop Central or Right click Desktop Central logo on the Notification area of Task bar and click Shut down Server)
  2. Important:
    1. Take a backup of the Desktop Central installation directory (<Install_Dir>/DesktopCentral_Server) to avoid any data loss during the upgrade process.
    2. If you have installed Desktop Central Server on Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 2008, you should login as a default administrator before running the Update Manager tool.
  3. Execute the UpdateManager.bat file present in the <Desktop Central_Home>/bin directory.
  4. Click "Browse" and select the.ppm file that you have downloaded.
  5. Click "Install" to install the service pack. This may take few minutes depending on the amount of data that needs to be migrated.
  6. Wait until the service pack / hotfix is fully installed.
  7. Click "Close" and then click "Exit" to exit the Update Manager tool.
  8. Start the Desktop Central.

How do I find out my build number?

Log in to the Desktop Central web client, and click the "About us" link in the top pane. You will find the build number mentioned below the version number. This is the build number of the currently installed Desktop Central. 

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