Skype for Business client offline install?

Can you only update to Skype for Business client if you have LYNC 2013?  We would like to roll out Skype for business for customers that don't have Lync 2013.  Do we have to rollout Lync then the know Skype for Business KB updates or is there a offline installer somewhere???  Very annoying.
LVL 1
mystikal1000Asked:
Who is Participating?

[Product update] Infrastructure Analysis Tool is now available with Business Accounts.Learn More

x
I wear a lot of hats...

"The solutions and answers provided on Experts Exchange have been extremely helpful to me over the last few years. I wear a lot of hats - Developer, Database Administrator, Help Desk, etc., so I know a lot of things but not a lot about one thing. Experts Exchange gives me answers from people who do know a lot about one thing, in a easy to use platform." -Todd S.

Michael-BestCommented:
mystikal1000Author Commented:
That is Skype, I mean Skype for business client update from Lync 2013
Michael-BestCommented:
"You can configure the client experience only if you are running Lync Server 2013 with the December 2014 Cumulative Update (5.0.8308.857) or later installed. "
Read:
https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dn954919%28v=ocs.15%29.aspx?f=255&MSPPError=-2147217396
IT Pros Agree: AI and Machine Learning Key

We’d all like to think our company’s data is well protected, but when you ask IT professionals they admit the data probably is not as safe as it could be.

LEARN MORE
mystikal1000Author Commented:
I know :)
Michael-BestCommented:
Not sure what you want but, Skype for business can work with Office.
http://www.skype.com/en/business/skype-for-business/
mystikal1000Author Commented:
I understand, what I mean is we have Lync 2013 Client.  Is there a Skype for Business client full install without using Microsoft KB updates?
Jackie ManIT ManagerCommented:
Skype for business is not Skype. It is just a rebranded Lync 2013 and if you do not have access to a Lync 2013 server or Skype for business 2015 server, the Skype for business client will not work.

Just grab the install package for Lync 2013 client from the link below and apply a windows update, the Lync 2013 client will become a Skype for business 2015 client.

http://www.rackspace.com/knowledge_center/article/download-a-lync-client

Experts Exchange Solution brought to you by

Your issues matter to us.

Facing a tech roadblock? Get the help and guidance you need from experienced professionals who care. Ask your question anytime, anywhere, with no hassle.

Start your 7-day free trial
mystikal1000Author Commented:
Thanks, so my question is answered there is no offline installer for Skype for Business.  Darn.
It's more than this solution.Get answers and train to solve all your tech problems - anytime, anywhere.Try it for free Edge Out The Competitionfor your dream job with proven skills and certifications.Get started today Stand Outas the employee with proven skills.Start learning today for free Move Your Career Forwardwith certification training in the latest technologies.Start your trial today
Chat / IM

From novice to tech pro — start learning today.