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ZENworks 2017 ZENworks Agent Reference
The ZENworks Agent is part of the ZENworks software that allows you to manage devices over the network. It delivers software and patches, manages device policies, takes inventory of hardware and software, and enables remote access for troubleshooting. Services are provided through modules that plug into the agent.
This reference guide is intended for ZENworks administrators and covers viewing agent versions on devices, searching for specific device versions, configuring agent settings at various levels (management zone, folder, and device), customizing the ZENworks icon appearance, and troubleshooting common issues.
Novell 2017 specifications
| Required .NET Framework | Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0 SP1 (x64) |
|---|---|
| Supported Windows versions | Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008 |
| Supported Linux distributions | SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux Server |
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Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Questions answered in these manuals
What services does the ZENworks Agent provide?
The agent delivers software and patches, manages policies, takes inventory of hardware/software, allows remote troubleshooting, and acts as a satellite for content distribution.
Where can I find additional documentation for ZENworks 2017?
Additional documentation is available at the ZENworks 2017 documentation website.
How can I enable the Windows Update service if it is disabled?
Open the Start menu, go to Settings → Control Panel → Administrative Tools → Services, locate Windows Update service, set its startup type to Manual, Automatic, or Automatic (Delayed Start), then start the service.
What should I do if the .NET Framework installation fails with error code 1058?
Enable the Windows Update service as described above, then retry the .NET Framework installation.