Software Dependencies

Before installing the ConfigMgr client, verify you have at least version 3.1.4000.2435 of the Windows Installer. This version and higher allows you to use the Windows Installer update (.msp) files used by the client software.

In addition to the software mentioned here, other prerequisite software may be required, depending on the type of client. The ConfigMgr client installation process automatically installs this software as needed; although, you may want to install some prerequisite software before starting client installation. This could include BITS, which requires a restart, and .NET Framework, which takes a long time to install. Table 9.2 lists client software dependencies.

Table 9.2. Software Dependencies for the ...

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