In the fast-paced world of IT management, keeping systems running smoothly requires more than just reactive maintenance—it demands intelligent automation and proactive planning. That’s where Reboot Manager comes in. Designed as a powerful plugin for ConnectWise Automate, Reboot Manager transforms the way administrators handle computer reboots, making them predictable, efficient, and hassle-free.
Why Automated Reboot Management Matters
Reboots are essential for system stability, patch management, and overall performance. But manual reboot coordination can be time-consuming, disruptive, and prone to oversight. With Reboot Manager, IT professionals can:
✅ Automate routine reboots to maintain system health effortlessly.
✅ Minimize disruption with scheduled, grouped, and sequenced reboots.
✅ Ensure compliance with configurable policies and adaptive retry logic.
✅ Gain full visibility into reboot status, history, and failures.
Key Features That Set Reboot Manager Apart
Reboot Manager is built with flexibility and control in mind, ensuring that reboots happen when and how they should—without unnecessary downtime.
🖥 User Interface (UI) for Administrators
The intuitive interface (frmRebootManager) provides full control over:
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Policy Management: Define reboot policies by schedule (daily, weekly, monthly) with retry and escalation settings.
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Drag-and-Drop Assignment: Easily assign policies to computers, locations, or clients.
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Group Management: Arrange computers into reboot sequences with custom delays for smooth transitions.
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Monitoring: Track pending reboots, offline durations, and execution logs—all in one place.
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Administrator Actions: Manually trigger reboots, reset flags, or open remote consoles when needed.
🔄 SixMinuteISync: The Power Behind Automation
The background service works every 6 minutes to:
- Detect pending reboots and enforce assigned policies.
- Retry failed attempts with intelligent escalation alerts if necessary.
- Log every action for auditing and troubleshooting.
Introducing Active Hours Management 🕒
The newest enhancement ensures that Windows Updates reboots computers only when users aren’t actively working. With the ability to:
- View and adjust Active Hours to prevent interruptions.
- Automatically defer reboots outside critical work periods.
- Balance automation with user control for a seamless experience.
The Future of Reboot Automation
Reboot Manager continues to evolve, integrating smarter logic, user-friendly UI enhancements, and adaptive policies that optimize IT workflows. Whether managing a single network or an entire MSP infrastructure, it ensures reliability without the headaches.
Want to see it in action? Try Reboot Manager today and take control of your reboot policies like never before!
