Getting Started > Using the Software Update Service (SUS)

Updating SoftDent

All workstations are notified about an update, but you must first install the update on the server using the procedure below. Once you update the server, you will be prompted to update the workstations when you start SoftDent.

Tip: You can manually check for updates at any time. Right-click the triangle logo and select Check for Updates.

• You will be required to restart your computer after an update. You might be prompted to shut down your computer before the update can take place.

To update SoftDent:

1. Do one of the following:

2. Click the Carestream Software Updates message.

3. Right-click the triangle logo in the system tray, and select View Updates.

4. Click the click here link when you open SoftDent and an update is available.

The Software Update Service — Carestream Software Updates window is displayed.

2. Select the update you want to install, click Install, and follow the prompts.

3. After the update has been installed on the server, repeat the steps above for each workstation.

OR

• Click Schedule. The Software Update Service — Schedule Update Installation window is displayed.

• Select a day and time for the update installation, and click OK.

• When you schedule an update, the SUS will attempt to update all machines that are running.