Batch Operations
Perform actions on multiple servers simultaneously.
Creating a Batch
- Go to Servers
- Select multiple servers (checkboxes)
- Click Actions → Create Batch
- Choose operation type
- Confirm and execute
Operation Types
| Operation | Description |
|---|---|
| Patch | Install available updates |
| Scan | Refresh package information |
| Reboot | Restart selected servers |
| Health Check | Verify server status |
Batch Configuration
Patch Options
- Security updates only
- All updates
- Specific packages
- Reboot policy
Execution Options
- Parallel - All servers at once
- Staggered - Delay between servers
- Sequential - One at a time
Failure Handling
- Continue - Proceed despite failures
- Stop - Halt on first failure
- Threshold - Stop after X% fail
Monitoring Progress
Batch Status
- Pending - Waiting to start
- Running - Currently executing
- Completed - All servers done
- Partial - Some failures
- Failed - All failed
- Cancelled - Manually stopped
Server Status
Each server shows:
- Waiting
- Running
- Completed
- Failed
Real-time Updates
Progress updates every few seconds.
Batch Actions
During execution:
- Cancel - Stop the batch
- View Logs - See detailed output
After completion:
- Retry Failed - Re-run on failed servers
- View Results - Detailed report
When to Use Batch vs Schedule
| Scenario | Use |
|---|---|
| Emergency patching | Batch |
| Regular maintenance | Schedule |
| One-time updates | Batch |
| Recurring windows | Schedule |
| Ad-hoc operations | Batch |