Reminder: DART Windows Computer Patching - November 7th, 2023
On November 7th at 11pm, Penn Medicine Academic Computing Services (PMACS/DART) will continue patching supported Windows computers.
What do I need to do?
- Please remember to save and close any opened documents on your computers before patching starts. Your computer will automatically restart and any documents open could be lost.
- Leave your computer on.
Primary Patch Day/Time
Windows computers will be patched and restarted at 11pm on the first Tuesday of each month.
Substitute Patch Day/Time
We will be offering a substitute patch day to accommodate users who cannot have their computers restarted on the first Tuesday of a month. Please fill out the form to be placed on the substitute patch day for the upcoming month (must be submitted by 11/3/2023). Note: Updates will fall back to the primary patch day for the following month.
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Primary Patch Day/Time |
Substitute Patch Day/Time |
|---|---|
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1st Tuesday of each month at 11pm |
2nd Tuesday of each month at 11pm |
Equipment Control Machines (ECM)
Computers that control scientific equipment will be exempt from regular patches. If you would like to ensure your DART-supported ECM is exempt or included from regular patches please submit a ticket.
As always, please submit a ticket if you are having problems with your computer after a patch day or if you have question/concerns about an upcoming patch.