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Where is sms_isvupdates_syncagent log?

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The SMS_ISVUPDATES_SYNCAGENT.log file is located on the top-level software update point within the site system Logs folder.

Understanding the SMS_ISVUPDATES_SYNCAGENT.log Location

The SMS_ISVUPDATES_SYNCAGENT.log is a crucial log file for monitoring the synchronization progress of third-party software updates within Microsoft Configuration Manager (formerly SCCM). It provides insights into how Independent Software Vendor (ISV) updates are managed and integrated into your environment.

To find this log file, navigate to the following specific location:

  • Server Role: The log resides on the top-level software update point (SUP) in your Configuration Manager hierarchy. This is the server role responsible for synchronizing software updates from Microsoft Update and, in this context, also for managing third-party updates.
  • Folder Path: Within the top-level software update point server, the log file is found in the site system Logs folder. The exact path typically resembles C:\Program Files\Microsoft Configuration Manager\Logs or C:\SMS_CCM\Logs depending on your installation path and site system role configuration.

Context: Third-Party Software Updates

This log file is particularly relevant when you are enabling and managing third-party software updates in Configuration Manager. The process involves:

  • Enabling third-party update synchronization.
  • Managing certificates for third-party publishers from the Certificates node under Security in the Administration workspace of the Configuration Manager console.

The SMS_ISVUPDATES_SYNCAGENT.log allows administrators to review the progress of these operations, troubleshoot any synchronization issues, and ensure that third-party updates are properly integrated and available for deployment.