Patch management

N-able N-central's patch management capability helps you deploy and manage software updates. It includes features that support different patching tasks. For more information see the Patch Management help topics.

On the Device Details page, under Settings Patch Management:

Property Description

Enable Patch Management

Allows N-able N-central to distribute and install software patches on the device.

Clearing Enable Patch Management does not stop all patch‑related activity for the device. If the device is still associated with Patch Rules or has active Maintenance Windows, those patching tasks may continue to run. To fully stop patching, remove the device from any Patch Rules and disable or adjust its Maintenance Windows.

Patch Management Profile

Select the Patch Management Configuration Profile to associate with the device.

Manage Windows Patching

previously called "Native OS Patching"

Allows the detection and installation of Windows patches.

Enable Third-Party Patching Allows the detection and installation of third-party patches.