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Why is my WSUS server not detecting client computers?

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There could be several reasons why your WSUS (Windows Server Update Services) server is not detecting client computers. Here are some common causes and troubleshooting steps to help you identify and resolve the issue:

  1. Incorrect Group Policy Settings:

     

    • Check the Group Policy settings on the client computers to ensure they are correctly configured to use the WSUS server for updates. Verify that the GPO is applied to the correct organizational units (OUs) containing the client computers.
    • Use the "gpresult /r" command on a client computer to check if the WSUS Group Policy settings are being applied as expected.
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  2. Firewall or Network Connectivity Issues:

     

    • Ensure that the WSUS server and client computers can communicate over the network.
    • Check that there are no firewall rules blocking communication between the clients and the WSUS server on the necessary ports (typically port 8530 for HTTP and port 8531 for HTTPS).
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  3. WSUS Service Issues:

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    • Verify that the WSUS service is running on the server. You can check this in the Services console (services.msc).
    • Check the WSUS event logs on the server for any errors or warnings related to the WSUS service.
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  4. Computer Registration with WSUS:

     

    • Ensure that the client computers are correctly registered with the WSUS server. You can check this in the WSUS console under "Computers."
    • If the client computers are not appearing in the WSUS console, try running the "wuauclt /reportnow" command on a client computer to trigger an immediate reporting to the WSUS server.
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  5. WSUS Server Synchronization:

     

    • Verify that the WSUS server has successfully synchronized with Microsoft Update and has the latest updates available for the client computers.
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  6. WSUS Server Cleanup:

     

    • If the WSUS server has a large number of obsolete or declined updates, it may affect the server's performance and its ability to detect clients. Perform a WSUS server cleanup to remove unnecessary updates and computer records.
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  7. DNS Issues:

     

    • Ensure that the client computers can resolve the WSUS server's hostname to the correct IP address using DNS.
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  8. Client-Side Update Issues:

     

    • Check the Windows Update log on a client computer (located in C:\Windows\WindowsUpdate.log) for any errors or issues related to updates.

By systematically checking these potential issues, you can identify the root cause of the problem and take appropriate actions to resolve it. If the problem persists, consider checking for additional WSUS-related errors in event logs and consulting our team WSUS and support for further assistance.

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