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Tanium

To create a new named connection to the Tanium distribution system, perform the following steps:

  1. On Settings menu, click Distribution Systems in the left pane.

    The Distribution Systems pane appears.

  2. Click Add New.

  3. Use the following fields to add the Tanium connection:

    FieldDescription
    Distribution System TypeClick the Distribution System Type drop down and select Tanium from the list
    Connection NameEnter name of the connection.
    URLEnter a valid URL provided from Tanium.
    TokenEnter the valid token.
    For more information on generating API Token, see Create an API Token.
    Computer GroupIn Computer Groups (optional), click the ellipsis icon. The Tanium Computer Groups window appears. Select desired groups and click Ok.
  4. Click Test & Save Connection to ensure settings are correct. The Patch Publisher service restarts automatically. You will receive a success message in the Output Window.

    Tanium Connection

  5. On successful connection, the Tanium Distribution System is added.

  6. Click Restart Service ribbon for the change to take effect.