In the ever-evolving landscape of business technology, maintaining updated systems is essential for optimal security and functionality. Dell Technologies has announced the Support for ARM64 platforms through the Dell Business Client Update Catalog. This innovative solution streamlines the patching process for Dell Business Client systems powered by ARM64 architecture within a Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (MECM) environment. Significantly, this catalog is the industry’s first to support ARM64-based client systems.
Key Features of the Dell Business Client Update Catalog
- Efficient System Update Process
The Dell Business Client Update Catalog is engineered for a seamless update experience. It supplies comprehensive details on necessary updates for Dell client systems, covering BIOS, firmware, drivers, and applications. Automation of this process guarantees that systems have the latest updates installed, minimizing vulnerabilities and enhancing overall performance.
- Agent for ARM64 System Inventory
The Dell Client System Inventory Agent is now accessible for ARM64 platforms. This agent inventories the drivers, firmware, BIOS, and applications provided by Dell, storing the inventory data in Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI), which is then utilized by the MECM software update point through Windows Query Language (WQL) queries.
- Support for Current and Future Devices
The catalog provides support for widely used models such as the XPS 13 9345, Latitude 5455, and Latitude 7455. Dell is dedicated to ensuring that forthcoming Business Client platforms will also be included in the catalog as they are released.
Implementation of the Dell Business Client Update Catalog
Step 1: Access through Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager
IT administrators can subscribe to the Dell Business Client Update Catalog via the third-party update screen in Microsoft Configuration Manager. Detailed instructions are available in the reference materials.
Step 2: Installation of the Inventory Agent for ARM64
The Inventory Agent for ARM64 systems will be flagged as a “Required” update in the third-party update catalog.
Step 3: Deploying Updates for Dell Business Clients
After the Inventory Agent installation, the MECM console will list the most recent driver, BIOS, firmware, and application updates as “Required” for systems that need attention. Complete installation steps can be found in the reference section.
The introduction of the Dell Business Client Update Catalog reshapes the approach businesses take toward system updates. It delivers extensive support for BIOS, firmware, drivers, and applications, including trailblazing ARM64 support and the latest models. Dell’s commitment to setting new industry benchmarks ensures that systems remain current and competitive.