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[Win Server 2012] How to connect RemoteDesktop DeviceCAL z UserCAL licences?

hello ordered 3 licences "winrmtdsktpsrvcscal 2012 sngl olp nl dvccal". after while read complications kind of licences. usercal licences better us. can order next licences, time "winrmtdsktpsrvcscal 2012 sngl olp nl usrcal". have 1 windows server 2012 remote desktop services. have questions using 2 types of licenes @ once. can 1 terminal server use both types cal: devicecal , usercal @ once? or have use second windows server use usercal? best regards tom hi, i confirm frenchitguy answers t he server capable of being in 1 rds licensing mode, means if mixing both licenses on single server has no way of tracking things.   you need have in per user mode because per user mode tracked not enforced. mixing device , user cals not recomanded microsoft. thanks diramoh Windows Server  >  ...

WebClient (WebDAV) - Owncloud to Desktop copy issue

hi guys. having issue, when moving file network mapped drive connected through webdav. when user moving file desktop mapped drive no message appears. when user moving file mapped drive desktop , roaming profile. security window appears , says, sure want this. path \\servername\homes\username\desktop. both places, unc path , webdav address under trusted sites. question. why happening? hi guys. having issue, when moving file network mapped drive connected through webdav. when user moving file desktop mapped drive no message appears. when user moving file mapped drive desktop , roaming profile. security window appears , says, sure want this. path \\servername\homes\username\desktop. both places, unc path , webdav address under trusted sites. question. why happening? oh excuse. said wrong, unc paths , webdav address under "intranet" not "trusted sites". may helpful. Win...

Random drop of Hyper-V from network.

hi have hp windows 2012r2 hyper-v server hosting 6 vm's. server has 4 nic's , 2 virtual switches. each virtual switch hosts 3 of vm's. while now, , @ random, 1 or other of 2 virtual switches or nic's bound to, loose there connetion our netgear physical switches. have tried swapping nic's switches around, cables, physical switches virtual switches connected too, try , isolate fault, no luck. there nothing in event logs show , issues of note , when connection between host , physical switches drops, actual connection appears still intact. i.e. host , physical switches both show valis conectivity lights, vm's or physical nic on server no longer "pingable" , no data traffic occurs. fix ither reset of physical nic on server (disable , re-enable in device manager) or reboot of physical switches. unable confirm if server or physical switch fault , mentioned, happens maybe once overnight every few days.  ideas cause? ch...

Import users with Powershell; Skip manager field when its blank.

hello, i’ creating powershell script import users. works fine till leave manager field blank. ‘am getting following error: new-aduser : identity info provided in extended attribute: 'manager' not resolved. reason: 'cannot find object identity: '' under: 'dc=domain,dc=local'.'. @ e:\script\userimport.script.ps1:36 char:5 + new-aduser -name $detailedname -samaccountname $sam -userprincipalname $sam ... + ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ + categoryinfo : invaliddata: (cn=name surname...ons,dc=domain,dc=nl:string) [new-aduser], adidentityresoluti onexception + fullyqualifiederrorid : activedirectorycmdlet:microsoft.activedirectory.management.adidentityresolutionexception ,microsoft.activedirectory.management.commands.newaduser the poweshell script: import-module activedirectory $users = import-csv -delimiter ";" -path ".\users.csv" foreach ($user in $...

Administración remota - Error

buenos días, tengo un problema en los servidores de mi empresa, al intentar activar la administración remota desde el panel de administrador de servidor \ servidor local en cualquiera de los servidores windows server 2012 standart r2, aparece el estado desconocido, y al intentar habilitarlo me aparece un mensaje de error, el cuál es: error interno: no se pudo leer el estado de la funcionalidad remota: el sistema no puede encontrar el archivo especificado. justo debajo tengo un checkbox para activar la administración remota, pero no sirve de nada, puesto que me sale el mensaje en rojo justo encima que os indicado. ¿ alguien puedo decirme cómo solucionar éste problema? además me indican que ejecute winrm quickconfig en el servidor en cuestión. me indica: "no se puede comprobar el estado del firewall". por directiva está deshabilitado para todas las redes, no así el servicio, y además sale: " nº de error: -2147024894 0x8007002 el sistema no puede encont...

Issue with storage while adding node to cluster

greetings all, i started 2-node windows 2012 failover cluster consisting of node1 , node2. migrate windows server 2012 r2 created node3 , installed single node failover cluster. used copy roles migrate vms , corresponding csvs new cluster , things work great. next moved remaining vms node1 on the original cluster , evicted node2 original cluster. far good. installed clean copy of server 2012 r2 onto node2 , attempted add new cluster , that's when ran trouble. seems though shared storage on dell md3000 (i know not supported) not being seen correctly following when validating storage: node2.adataconcepts.local row disk number disk signature vpd page 83h identifier vpd serial number model bus type stack type scsi address adapter eligible validation disk characteristics 0 0 2b4cd3d6 19ebf3b700000000001517ffff0aeb84 boot intel raid 1 volume raid stor port 1:0:1:0 intel(r) desktop/workstation/server express chipset sata raid controller false disk boot volume. disk system vol...

Unable to PtoV

getting event id 14140 hyper_v_vmms , failed add device 'virtual hard disk" id 12620 , hyper-v-vmms, cannot information attachment 'f:\servername\e.vhd.  hyperv server : 2012r2 physical server i'm converting 2008 r2 only part think may issue workspace usb drive, not sure why cause issue.  conversion tool:  microsoft virtual machine converter could please provide more information?  method using convert physical virtual?  (note: recommended way convert physical virtual rebuild machine virtual machine.  if scan conference, find sorts of posts people trying figure out why things no longer work after performing p2v.) . : | : . : | : . tim Windows Server  >  Hyper-V ...

2008 CA cannot issues certs

i testing our application ssl , need certificate on webserver. had server 2003 ca defined , tried cert it. had kinds of issues decided install ca on 2008 server iis box. when try request web server cert, following:   your request id 4. disposition message "denied policy module 0x80070576, active directory certificate services not find required active directory information. ". is because ad 2003 server?? anyone have sites on how iis 7 to use ssl?         here keys solution of problem. though iis.net general reference, find here relevant information. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/281271 http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc872789.aspx http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc732906(ws.10).aspx http://www.iis.net/ the following book in not new principles valid ones http://www.microsoft.com/learning/en/us/book.aspx?id=9549&locale=en-us regards milos ...

2 node cluster for Exchange redundancy

hi all,    i want isntall exchange 2003 on 2 node cluster redundancy.    here scenario   node1 - 1st cluster node2 - 2nd cluster a 10 gb scsi hdd shared disk  all these insalled in virtual server 2005   i wanted know if have sperately install dc dns , dhcp case or can make 1 of nodes dc.   anyone please suggest.   all done in virtual pc practice microsoft exam.   someone please help    regards, thaddeus  classfriend@yahoo.com   you need have active directory domain before can configure microsoft cluster. it not recommended install dc on cluster node.   you can read more on following link: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/281662   santhosh sivarajan | mcts, mcse (w2k3/w2k/nt4), mcsa (w2k3/w2k/msg), ccna, network+ houston, tx http://blogs.sivarajan.com/ http://publications.sivarajan.com/ posting provided "as is" no warranties, , confers no righ...

Windows 2012 NPS and TACACS+ support

hello, i looked around , didn't find explicit mention of - ask: afaik there no tacacs and/or tacacas+ server ability in windows server 2012 nps, correct? thanks, eitan hi eitan, in windows server 2012 nps, radius used provide authentication, authorization, , accounting services. , tacacs not supported far know. tacacs authentication can configured on forefront unified access gateway, here guide: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd857300.aspx best regards, leo please remember mark replies answers if , unmark them if provide no help. if have feedback technet support, contact tnmff@microsoft.com. Windows Server  >  Network Access Protection

Your Microsoft account requires attention to get Insider builds

i running windows 10 tp on second hard disk , have installed updates build 10166. cannot update build 10240. when "check updates" window opening says "insider build settings need attention" , told fix me. clicking on fix me on advanced update page allows me stop getting insider builds. i have logged in microsoft account, mail, cortana , store work fine. i have been testing windows 10 tp in oracle virtualbox (on windows 7) and had no trouble updating build 10240 don't use setup testing , experimenting features of windows 10. i want continue in insider program , worried not able install updates come through. i create new profile on machine , sure add microsoft account through windows update advanced section. make sure you're on correct ring setting , check updates again. should note can take 24 hours pull new builds when this. Windows 10 Insider Preview ...

Doing a repair install on Server 2003 with a Server 2003 R2 disc.

hello. my company importing 2003 server virtual environment. unfortunately, server installed oem license. have volume license need use, , i've read way convert repair install vl disc. being said, server 2003 not in volume license list, rather server 2003 r2. repair install server 2003 (non-r2) successful? thanks. hello, more or less sure you are not able a repair of windows server 2003 machine windows server 2003 r2. unfortunal upgrade should not work because of different licensing. best regards meinolf weber disclaimer: posting provided "as is" no warranties or guarantees , , confers no rights. Windows Server  >  Windows Server General Forum

Can users in child domain map shares from the top level?

folks, if create network share @ top level within forest, can users child domain map share? acl must honored, is, user child domain x must not able access  files user child domain y. thank in advance help. regards, peter yes - should able to. can permissions shares in arbitrary manner allow/prevent designated users/groups. more @ http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc787646(ws.10).aspx hth marcin Windows Server  >  Directory Services

Migrating user prinicipals from MIT KDC to AD domain controllers

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we operating set of mit kdc's authenticating users on number of linux-based computers @ our site; deployed active directory domain windows 7 , server 2008r2 systems use trust relationship mit kdc's.  kerberos realm , domain name different (kerberos realm domain.school.edu, ad domain name ad.domain.school.edu).  user mappings work fine authenticating users on windows computers via mit kdc. for number of reasons, considering phasing out mit kdc's in favor of using active directory kdc's user authentication, linux , windows.  need transition user prinical data current mit kdc's domain controller, though. my question: possible?  , if so, there pointers doing such transition? john hi, as microsoft forum, have less information regarding linux. based on current situation, may refer following microsoft articles more information: linux windows migration http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd316501.aspx migrating unix applications window...

Can you make a GPO for software installation that will only install/upgrade the software for users that already have it installed on their computer?

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we have users software package installed needs upgrade. upgrade consist of full package of next version of software install on current version. if apply software installation gpo whole domain possible make computers have software installed upgraded while computers don't have installed wont installed @ all? in other words, want upgrades take place no new installations on computers don't have software. free computer , tips http://www.onlinecomputertips.com you implement wmi filter on gpo object test see if application install... if other app install... however... method has issues, namely wmi filter and performance hit have not mention you have write the wmi query well....  and dedicated gpo required 1 application... should work. hope helps alan burchill (mvp) http://www.grouppolicy.biz @alanburchill Windows Server  >...

802.1x wire Authentiaction with Server 2008 r2

i trying test 802.1x wired authentication with nap enforcement using windows server 2008 r2. using eap/peap authentication protocol. after configuration of server, not getting login , password windows on client. please me.   hi. as far know default configuration take windows logon name/pw authenticsation. can change in client peap settings. might have start related service "wired autoconfig" on client in order access configuration. best regards bax Windows Server  >  Network Access Protection

Diruse command line utility

i have used diruse in windows server 2003 before. need use windows server 2008 r2. need download resource kit or should work default in server 2008? need check folder sizes on server. if arent looking diruse can give sysinternals tool du try ( http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sysinternals/bb896651 ). if graphical overview of disk usage, id try windirstats ( http://windirstat.info/ ) Windows Server  >  Windows Server General Forum

No Video Input

been using old desktop inspiron desktop run windows 10. onboard graphics failed, installed new video card, gives signal. except, think may of tampered resolution. it'll boot, after windows 10 loading screen it'll give me unsupported signal. 100% positive due resolution, , alas cannot press f8  to enter low-res mode. can through startup settings. give me specified instructions on how enter low-res mode or safe mode when options are: boot options  boot loader.  tried on monitors in house , gave same. @ point should use rufus , boot windows 10 off usb , through reinstall windows? that's last resort. thank you you may need check resolution settings of monitor. if doesn't seems there issue graphic card. may need replace one. s.sengupta, windows experience mvp Windows 10 Insider Preview  >  ...

GPO task run as user but with administrator right?

we need change java setting in appdata folder of restricted user on hundreds of computer.  as use different user on local profile, need able run task user able write in folder user don't have access to.  we try use schedtask , run @ current logon user the "run highest privileges" doesn't seem work any input? > try use schedtask , run @ current logon user with > "run highest privileges" doesn't seem work   highest privileges meaningful when user member of local admins - (and then) task run admin privs.   might solution use gpp files or gpp ini-files or that. these can run in user gpos system privs.   martin mal ein gutes buch über gpos lesen? no not evil, if know doing: or bad gpos? , if bothers me - coke bottle design refreshment :)) Windows Server  >...

File all ready in use

hi ! well i'll start begginnig. this office more 10 clients, one sbs server stuff on him (ad,ex...) on server have shared 1 of folders doc,docx stored , clients acces files. i upgraded existing user (new pc) office 2007.  now when open this files get annoying popup window:  file in use. its locked **** (user) and there 3 options : 1.open in read only 2.make local copy , merge them 3.receive message when file ready use. its happen pc , file not in use (for sure). others open no problem. what can ? me ? thx that suggests have lot of *.tmp and/or ~*.* files that, whatever reason, haven't been cleared previous word sessions. clear these, close office programs, insert 'c:\users\%username%\appdata\local\temp' windows explorer navigation bar , delete files .tmp extension or beginning ~ in folder. don't worry if files refuse deleted. same 'c:\users\%username%\appdata\roaming\microsoft\office'. can re-start office apps....

passing array of strings into function

im trying pass array of stings function function not seem able see elements in array. here function , how called: function printstuff {     param($v1, $v2, [string[]]$arr)     foreach($s in $arr)     {     echo $s     } } $a = @("aa","bb","cc") printstuff("a","b",$a)   i assumed foreach loop go through elements in array , print them out outputs blank. doing wrong here? change function this function printstuff {    param($v1, $v2, [string[]]$arr)     write-host 'write: $arr'    foreach($s in $arr)    {    write-host $s    }    write-host 'write: $v1'    write-host $v1    write-host 'write: $v2'    write-host $v2 } now check this ps c:\> printstuff "a" "b" $a write: $arr aa bb ...

DHCP NAP not working as it should

hello, i'm trying nat dhcp work in test enviroment. appears ok, it's not. the health policy checking if windows firewall turned on. remediatio group consist of 1 server. when turn off firewall on test machine, can see 2 entries in event viewer on nps server: 1) 6272 - network policy server granted access user. 2) 6278 - network policy server quarantined user. authentication details:  connection request policy name: nap dhcp  network policy name:  nap dhcp noncompliant  authentication provider:  windows  authentication server:  wawradius01.contoso.com  authentication type:  unauthenticated  eap type:   -  account session identifier:  3633373838343133 despite client being quarantined, stil has full access network. one thing note dhcp server not on nps server, although dhcp server seems configured forward requests nps server. , nps , dhcp servers both on...

2016 and GP managing

hi i not shared templates visible users in office 2016 gp admx templates. in 2007 , 2013, no problem. policy made correct(?) hive in registery, not show in office2016. hive: hkey_current_user\software\policies\microsoft\office\16.0\common\general\sharedtemplates key: reg_expand data: "templates path" (previous answer: we'd suggest post question in our group policy & office 2016 deployment forum dedicated handling group policy related issues. we appreciate understanding.) gp made register entrys, not show in word, or office programs. there no path visible in word settings. so group policy works here, correct registry keys got created on client machine. issue office failed read these registry keys.   have tested on local lab, seems work on end. version of office 2016 using? not versions of office support group policy, can use group policy manage following versions of office 2016:        ...

How to build Server Inventory by Power Shell

we have several sql server 2000, sql server 2005 , sql server 2008 in our environment. build 1 inventory. gather following information in text file:- server name number of sql instance is cluster number of logical processor number of physical processor memory (gb) sql version server1 1 no 32 8 128 sql 2000 server2 3 yes 32 8 256 sql 2005 server3 2 no 16 8 128 sql 2008 i don’t know how gather these information powershell. highly appreciated.  also here easy example of how create html file using these queries, found in script repository: hardware inventory using powershell Windows Server  >  ...

Problem in running the VBScript on Windows server 2003 32 bit

hi, i running vbscript in application. vbscript part of xml, , read vbscript , give script control execute. when run application expected result, vbscript expect give. when save same  vbscript in .vbs file , try debug script not give result on windows server 2003 32 bit. my question may seems silly stuck. thanks in advance p s bora i newbie forum. guiding! have raised question in scripting forum. p s bora Windows Server  >  Windows Server General Forum

NTFS Permissions

i want configure permissions on folder users can't delete files, if unmark delete permissions user can't rename files, save file in folder. there anyway make users can't delete files? thanks. hi david Álvarez sáez, according to my research,  rename requires delete permission. removing delete permission user or group brings limitation user not able rename folder. because of reason "rename" operation included within "delete" permission, design. you may refer thread discussed before. https://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/windowsserver/en-us/8d8ac23d-d5b2-4b38-99c8-84283dcfdfed/block-only-filefolder-deleting-allowing-renaming best regards, mary dong please remember mark replies answers if , unmark them if provide no help. if have feedback technet subscriber support, contact tnmff@microsoft.com. Windows Server  ...

CA cert request error

server 2008 r2 enterprise ca cert request. i'm getting following error: certificate request processor: request contains no certificate template information. 0x80094801 (-2146875391) denied policy module  0x80094801, request not contain certificate template extension or certificatetemplate request attribute. i'm not sure go this.  i'm not super versed in working cas , of that.  if there more info can provide might make situation more clear, let me know.  this cert request gateway setup of scmdm 2008 sp1.   also, tried following steps on thread: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/en-us/winserversecurity/thread/298006b4-533b-4c88-a5fd-461ecf5a0a42 , none of seemed work me. hi, take here http://pdconsec.net/blogs/davidr/archive/2008/08/13/no_2d00_certificate_2d00_template_2d00_in_2d00_request.aspx hth edoardo benussi - microsoft® mvp management infrastructure - systems administration https://mvp.support.microsoft.com/prof...

hyper-v domain controller machines not synchronize time with AD servers

hai, in setup have 2 physical servers hyper-v role enabled. in first physical server installed dc1 has 5 fsmo roles. in second physical server installed dc2 hyper-v virtual machine. the problem is, the dc1 taking time physical server1 has set. the same dc2 taking time physical server2 has set. in dc2 when run command net time \\dc1 /set sync dc1 , taking time of dc1 , gets changes time of physical server2. due this, face problem replication issues. how can synchronize times ad???? please advise chandru ct. mcitp hi,   for virtual machines configured domain controllers, recommended partially disable time synchronization between host system , guest operating system acting domain controller. enables guest domain controller synchronize time domain hierarchy, protects having time skew if restored saved state. also, please make sure domain have correctly configured authoritative time source.   for more information, please refer question #6 (my virt...

Service Id's Restriction

as per standards, service id's should used run service , should not logged onto.  the concern these id's can exempt security policies, e.g. password reset every 90 days / non-expiring passwords, , have admin rights on machine or server. given generic accounts, access password use logon unless have provisions in place prevent this. one way prevent users logging on these accounts using deny logon locally gpo. found following write-up interesting - can let me know if have similar currently? http://windowsitpro.com/securi ty/service-accounts-can-be-sec ure-yet-have-non-expiring-pass words would safe approach implementing ? thanks ha hi, in opinion, safe approach implementing. below article describe similar process. deny interactive logon service accounts http://www.alexheer.co.uk/it-blog/deny-interactive-logon-for-service-accounts please note: since web site not hosted microsoft, link may change without notice. microsoft not guarant...

GPO report

hello all i trying gpo report of security filtering of gpos in domain this line     $securityfilter = ((get-gppermissions -name $gpoitem -all | ?{$_.permission -eq "gpoapply"}).trustee | ?{$_.sidtype -ne "unknown"}).name -join ',' return group if there 1 group, if gpo has more 1 filtering return nothing... somebody can me? thanks hi javiso, based on experience, permission on gpo powershell achieve goal report security filtering of gpo. $perms = foreach ( $gpo in ( get - gpo - all | where { $_ . displayname - like "*name*" })){ foreach ( $perm in ( get - gppermissions $gpo . displayname - all | where { $_ . permission - eq "gpoapply" })) { new - object psobject - property @{ gpo = $gpo . displayname ; trustee = $perm . trustee . name ; permission = $perm . permission }}} $perms | select gpo , trustee , permission for detailed information, refer similar thread below. https://social.technet.mic...

Folder Redirection Share Location Change Not Working Reliably

we have changed folder redirection policy move contents new location , works on first computer user logs (normally desktop pc).  however, when log second pc (normally laptop cached offline copy of redirected folders, not connect new share location automatically despite verifying policy applied in gpresult command output.  this on local lan. if run group policy results wizard, , check settings, folder redirection settings documents folder not listed configured in way.  the laptop still trying connect old share location despite gpupdate /force commands , multiple reboots. sometimes works , won't unless delete user profile windows 7 laptop , have user log in newly created windows profile. is there better , reliable way of user's workstations pick new redirected share location?  deleting local profiles drastic , labor intensive. i think have narrowed issue down offline folder syncing not redirecting after folder redirection location changes. what steps of...

Windows 10 Store and some Windows apps stopped launching after removing windows.old

i upgraded windows 10 pro build 10162  windows 10 build 10166.  (i liked better linux!).  upgrade created windows.old directory (as always) took large amount of disk space.  tried many of suggestions on web none worked - until ran unlocker program.  did rid of directory windows store , of apps (mail, g movies , tv groove music) no longer launch.  windows flash briefly , brings windows store closes immediately.    don't want use recovery option re-install windows 10 other third party apps running without problem.  wsrest flashes window store icons , exits. i don't know if else experiences issue or if there fix.  ideas? martyfelker, checked issue newly created account? besides, try command below , see if make difference (open cmd admin rights): powershell -executionpolicy unrestricted add-appxpackage -disabledevelopmentmode -register $env:systemroot\winstore\appxmanifest.xml regards please remember mark replies...

Internet Explorer 10 and Group Ploicy

our dc runs server 2008 , our client computers running windows 7.  on summer  internet explorer updated 9 10.  no group policy settings working ie favorite urls , links, blocking certain features are not applying. does internet explorer 10 work server 2008 group policy internet explorer , if no there fix? adam hello, any settings configured iem no longer work on computers internet explorer 10 or newer installed, regardless of windows version it’s been installed on. must update settings using group policy preferences, administrative templates (.admx), or internet explorer administration kit (ieak). refer tech-net article more ref : replacements internet explorer maintenance http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/jj890998.aspx devaraj g | technical solution architect Windows Server  >  ...

File Server Cluster Backups

have two-node server 2008 r2 cluster file server role , iscsi luns hp san.  have tape library normal backups, we'd utilize san snapshots of file server data as other sql backups, etc.  with regards file cluster there recommended backup strategy backing san quick restores?  san supports both snapshotting , dedupe functionalities. have two-node server 2008 r2 cluster file server role , iscsi luns hp san.  have tape library normal backups, we'd utilize san snapshots of file server data as other sql backups, etc.  with regards file cluster there recommended backup strategy backing san quick restores?  san supports both snapshotting , dedupe functionalities. backup san @ lun level best idea purchase async replication options available san vendor , use storage independent seeded replicas (no increments). snapshots on san *not* backup! incremental or differental nature data loss in snapshots result data damaged on increased time...

Cannot enable anywhere access in Server 2012 R2 with Essential server role

hi everyone.  i have next problem anywhere access. router linksys e1200v1 (checked stock firmware (the last one) , dd-wrt (one of newest)). domain name setting successful cant finish router settings. had tried open 80&443 ports manually (both ranges , single ports), adjust server in dmz, turn off sip firewall , filters, turn off server firewall, open manually 80&443 ports in server firewall had no effect. upnp doesnt work - there appears error upnp isnt turn on (but is). my permanent errors dont change settings: "anywhere access server blocked" & "there might several routers in network". please help, out of ideas how fix it. ievgen. upnp works. when running wizard, manually configure port forwarding , check box in wizard skip router setup. things should work expected. Windows Server  >  ...

Domain Renaming Concerns

hi, there lots of articles regarding domain renaming, need confirm effected process. (sql, exchange or domain joined other servers runs services) thank you. mr.pop hi  domain rename not supported in forest in exchange 2007 , exchange 2010 deployed.detailed article see; https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc738208(v=ws.10).aspx the domain rename process complex,and requires great deal of care in planing , execution.in addition,the time required complete domain rename operation directly proportional size of active directory forest in terms of number of domains,domain controllers,and member computers,althought domain rename possible,it should not undertaken lightly. recommended if not required rename domain,you should not rename domain. Windows Server  >  Direct...

Server 2003 VPN EAP problem

my config: server1 - dns on it, ca stand alone, no ad server2 - rras, vpn server running client - xp   scenario: on server2 installed ca chain server1 in trusted root certification authorities. certificate machine in personal storage eku "server authentication" on client, situation similarly, ca chain , certificate machine eku "client authentication"   problem: client won't connect server2 vpn eap (md5 , certificate). error 691:access denied because username and/or password invalid on domain   by vpn pptp , l2tp , ms-chapv2  client connecting succesfully. so, i'am doing wrong? there no ad. user 'test' in local sam on server2, dial-in option enabled. on rras options server2 eap enabled                             do use username or computername\username when hit issue? can try computername\username? clarification: microsoft ...

clients have not reported to WSUS console for X days!! PLEASE HELP

hi there. i having issues our wsus, upon install , domain join computers had contacted console , updating normal. while ago stopped , if shed light on log information means grateful server 2008 r2 - affecting clients wsus on :80 - can access directory on web clients. ----log---- 2012-11-21    11:40:05:057     936    d80    misc    ===========  logging initialized (build: 7.6.7600.256, tz: -0000)  =========== 2012-11-21    11:40:05:057     936    d80    misc      = process: c:\windows\system32\svchost.exe 2012-11-21    11:40:05:057     936    d80    misc      = module: c:\windows\system32\wuaueng.dll 2012-11-21    11:40:05:057     936    d80    service    ...