How to Configure the Framework 1.1 for WSUS

Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) allows computer administrators to integrate the newest Microsoft updates and fixes to systems running Windows Server. The .NET Framework 1.1 lets users and professionals run or create applications. WSUS requires the Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Service Pack for Windows Server in order to function correctly. However, the WSUS install package does not install the .Net Framework 1.1 Service Pack, so it requires manual installation before updating Windows Server.

Things You'll Need

• WSUSSetup.exe
• Microsoft .net framework 1.1 redistributable package

Instructions

.NET Framework 1.1 Install

1. Download the .NET Framework 1.1 package and save it to your Desktop.

2. Double-click on the .Net Framework 1.1 Redistributable Package file to launch the Installation Wizard. Click the "Yes" button when Windows asks if you wish to continue and the "Yes" button once more when the dialog box pops up asking if you want to install the .Net Framework 1.1 package.

3. Click the "I Agree" radio button to accept the License Terms and the "Install" button to begin the process. When the install bar reaches 100 percent the installation is complete. Click the "Finish" button to finalize the installation and exit the Installation Wizard.

WSUS Install

1. Download the WSUSSetup.exe file and save it to your Desktop.

2. Double-click the WSUSSetup.exe file on your Desktop to launch the Installation Wizard.

3. Click the "Next" button to continue and the "I accept the terms of the License Agreement" check box, then the "Next" button again.

4. Click the "Store updates locally" check box and the "Next" button.

5. Click the "Install SQL Server desktop engine (Windows) on this computer" radio button and the "Next" button.

6. Click the "Use the existing IIS Default Web site (recommended)" radio button and the "Next" button.

7. Click the "Next" button on the "Mirror Update Settings" page to keep the default setup options and continue.

8. Review the choices you made for the content folder, database file, administration file and client self update site and click the "Next" button to continue. Click the "Finish" button to complete the installation and exit the Installation Wizard. Then restart your computer.

Tips & Warnings

• When you do not store updates locally, then client computers must use Windows Update to install the latest patches and updates.

References

• Microsoft TechNet: Step 2: Install WSUS on Your Server
• Microsoft TechNet: Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Started with Microsoft Windows Server Update Services 2.0
• Microsoft TechNet: Step 3: Configure the Network Connection

Resources

• Microsoft Download Center: Microsoft .NET Framework 1.1 Service Pack 1 for Windows Server 2003
• Windows Server: Windows Server Update Services
• Windows Server Update Services: Windows Server Update Services 2.0 Frequently Asked Questions
• Microsoft Download Center: Windows Server Update Services 3.0 SP1
• Microsoft Download Center: Microsoft .NET Framework Version 1.1 Redistributable Package