Machines are offline - If you are running Genetec™ Update Service (GUS) and your machines are offline, you can troubleshoot the issue. - Genetec Update Service

Genetec™ Update Service User Guide

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Genetec Update Service
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Last updated
2025-10-14

If you are running Genetec™ Update Service (GUS) and your machines are offline, you can troubleshoot the issue.

Tip: To get all log files and configurations files necessary to investigate any Genetec Update Service issues in a zip file, click the Get troubleshooting data in the Settings tab Advanced settings section. For more information, see Configuring Advanced settings

Cause

If your machines are offline, communication with the Main GUS might be affected.

Solution

To resolve the issue, do the following:

Server or Workstation
  • In Windows Firewall, make sure you open outbound port 4595.
  • Restart the machine.
  • If the machine is still offline, open GUS on the machine and see if it is enrolled to the Main GUS. The following window displays the correct set up.

Main GUS

  • In Windows Firewall, make sure you open inbound port 4595.
  • Restart the Main GUS.
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