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SCCM Software Update Group Transformed into Standard Baseline Tool

Tool Developed: SCCM SUG for Configuration Baseline Conversion

SCCM Tool for Automating Software Updates to Match a Baseline
SCCM Tool for Automating Software Updates to Match a Baseline

SCCM Software Update Group Transformed into Standard Baseline Tool

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In the realm of System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), automating the process of converting a Software Update Group (SUG) to a Configuration Baseline can be achieved through scripting and the use of tools like the "SCCM SUG to Configuration Baseline."

While a dedicated tool named specifically as "SCCM SUG to Configuration Baseline" was not found in our search results, the general approach involves the use of PowerShell scripting within the SCCM Management Shell or Integrated Scripting Environment.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to automate the process:

  1. Scripting within SCCM Environment

Use PowerShell scripting to query the Software Update Group contents, extract the list of updates, and convert them into Compliance Settings or Configuration Items. Group these settings into a Configuration Baseline.

  1. Running the Script/Tool

If your tool is a third-party or custom script/tool, run it via Command Line Interface (CLI) or PowerShell, specifying the Software Update Group to convert, output baseline name, description, and deployment targets.

  1. Scheduling Script/Tool Execution

Schedule the script/tool execution via Windows Task Scheduler, Orchestrator, or configuration manager automation frameworks.

  1. Verification and Deployment

Use SCCM PowerShell cmdlets in advance or post-processing to verify or deploy the newly created Configuration Baseline.

Relevant PowerShell cmdlets for SCCM scripting include to retrieve SUG info, and commands for creating Configuration Items and Baselines, which typically use SCCM SDK or PowerShell modules.

If you're looking for a fully scripted example or more detailed instructions, consulting Microsoft or community repositories of SCCM update and baseline automation scripts is recommended.

For instance, a video tutorial on automating software update group maintenance demonstrates how you can automate update group management with PowerShell, setting parameters that can be passed via command line or orchestrated tools, which is likely applicable to conversion tasks as well.

If you've come across the script , this tool is designed to convert an SCCM Software Upgrade Group to a Configuration Baseline. The script needs to be edited to include the SCCM Site Server (ProviderMachineName), siteCode, and the Software Update Group Name (SUGName).

Successful execution of the tool creates importation files in the chosen directory (or C:\SUG if none is chosen). Understanding the tool-created XML can be useful for manipulating it or understanding a Configuration Baseline export from the console. The tool can either compress them as a .CAB file for direct importing via the SCCM Console GUI or import them through a WMI instance POST.

In summary, automation of converting SUGs to Configuration Baselines relies on scripting within the SCCM environment—extracting updates from SUG and programmatically creating Configuration Baselines, frequently implemented through PowerShell scripts run manually or scheduled for unattended operation.

Technology plays a significant role in automating the conversion of Software Update Groups (SUG) to Configuration Baselines within the System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM). This is achieved through the use of PowerShell scripting and tools like the "SCCM SUG to Configuration Baseline." Additionally, understanding the technology involved, such as the SCCM SDK or PowerShell modules, can lead to the creation or adaptation of scripts for efficient and unattended SUG to Configuration Baseline conversion processes.

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