Enable the new SCCM 1511 Software Center

SCCM 1511 contains many new features, such as the new Software Center. After updating SCCM, the new software center is not enabled by default:

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To enable the new software center, open your SCCM console and go to:

  • Administration
  • Client Settings
  • Modify your Client Settings policy
  • And select Computer Agent

You will see “Use New Software Center“, then select Yes

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You have to refresh the machine policy and then you will get the new software center:

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Before enabling for all users, you can run the new software center manually from the following directory: C:\Windows\CCM\ClientUX

 

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I work as an IT Production Manager, based in Paris (France) with a primary focus on Microsoft technologies. I have 10 years experience in administering Windows Servers. . I am a Microsoft MVP for Cloud & Datacenter Management. I also received the PowerShell Hero 2016 award by PowerShell.0rg. And finally, I am "MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure", "MCSA: Windows Servers", "Administering & Deploying SCCM", and CheckPoint CCSA certified.