Pre-downloading Windows Patches and Installing Them Using Automox

Pre-downloading Windows patches reduces the time required for updates by ensuring patches are ready for installation. This guide explains how to configure Windows and Automox to optimize patching workflows without requiring a WSUS server.

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Configure Automatic Windows Update Setting:
   • Set Windows Automatic Update to option #3: Auto download and notify for install:
     • Open Group Policy Editor or Registry Editor and apply the configuration outlined in the Microsoft documentation: Microsoft Update Settings.
     • Description of Option #3:
       • • Windows downloads updates in the background without interrupting users.
       • Users are notified when the updates are ready to install. They can proceed through Settings > Update & Security > Windows Update.
2. Integrate Automox for Installation:
   • Once patches are pre-downloaded, Automox can install them seamlessly, leveraging the already downloaded files.
3. Disable User Notifications (Optional):
   • To prevent user prompts (e.g., "Patches are ready, click here to proceed"), disable Windows notifications using one of the following methods:
     • Group Policy: Adjust the Group Policy settings for user notifications. See detailed instructions here: TechBout Guide.
     • Registry Key: Modify the relevant registry keys to suppress notifications. Detailed instructions are available here: Windows Loop Guide.

Troubleshooting

1. Unwanted Notifications Persist:
   • Double-check your Group Policy or Registry configuration to ensure notification settings are correctly applied.
   • Use Automox support or community resources if manual adjustments are not resolving the issue.
2. Automox Patch Installation Issues:
   • Ensure Automox agent connectivity and configuration are correct. Restart the agent if necessary:

net stop amagent

net start amagent

Additional Resources

• Microsoft Update Settings
• Disabling Notifications

https://www.techbout.com/disable-notifications-windows-10-56391/