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Where the heck is the DNS add on.

i have installed web server 2008 on 32 bit box. going setting web server notice dns server add on did not install or not present. understanding dns server part of web server edition. only iis appears , when attempt run dcpromo message. "the active directory domain services installation wizard supported on sku." i don't don't know i'm looking help. thanks, hai,  windows web server 2008 no longer include service dns service, included in windows server 2003 web edition please refer link http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/2008-web.aspx regards www.windowsadmin.info manuphilip Windows Server  >  Network Infrastructure Servers

Network Adapters Not Found in device Manager

hi ,i have installed windows server 2003 enterprised edition sp2..after installing os tried instal lan driver..but getting failed..and seem device manager there network adapter not showing.. how want came on this..mother board intel dg31gl..processor intel core 2 duo.. pls give suggestion... hi vinod, you trying install server on desktop board. there no supported drivers 2003/2008 intel. intel not plan develop , offer windows server 2003* or windows server 2008* drivers intel® desktop board. make sure lan adapter in enabled on bios , try installing chipset drivers motherboard cd , lan adapter driver. regards, rafic if found post helpful, please give "helpful" vote. if answered question, remember mark "answer". posting provided "as is" no warranties , confers no rights! test suggestion in test environment before implementing! Windows Server

ADMT migration question

hello, users in source domain have been migrated using admt , still have old sid of first domain. kept because users still accessing objects in old domain. if migrate users second time, keep sid of first domain , second domain in sidhistory value, able access objects in 3 domains? thanks bill bill, sidhistory multivalue attribute, yes, if migrate them third domain, sid change 1 domain current sid added sidhistory. evgenij smirnov msg services ag, berlin -> http://www.msg-services.de my personal blog (mostly german) -> http://it-pro-berlin.de windows server user group, berlin -> http://www.winsvr-berlin.de mark minasi technical forum, reloaded -> http://newforum.minasi.com Windows Server  >  Migration

How to backup a Windows 2008 Domain Controller?

hello, i familiar backing , restoring w2k3 dc. win 2003 nt backup utility quite simple , effective take system state , other required. i installed windows server backup feature on w2k8 dc , went through. options seem confusing:(.  proper way use utility backup ad system state, dns, , other required ad components (not necassary backup huge full server, it?) , in such way can use backup file , build additional dc in domain? hello, for ad aware backup please follow: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc794826(ws.10).aspx best regards meinolf weber disclaimer: posting provided "as is" no warranties or guarantees , , confers no rights. Windows Server  >  Directory Services

Task Scheduler Issues

i know can configure task scheduler, not start new instance or stop existing instance. however, when set either 1 of this, , pressed multiple runs on task runs java application, seems 2 or more processes still running, know if task scheduler ended instance or not. i tried running application in command prompt , running same task runs same application in task scheduler, clicked run , seems both still running though have set settings above. by way, properties run whether user logged on or not, , running highest privileges. would know  do not start new instance task scheduler applies scheduler not manually running? Windows Server  >  Windows Server General Forum

Migration from SBS2003 to 2012 R2

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hi all my organization has sbs2003 server , migrating windows server 2012 r2 platform. i've tried clean setup on virtual machine configuring fake domain , configuring exchange 2013. i've migrated without problem onto machine mail box old server , worked fine, i'm quite confident part of migration process should work. after decided start real migration following guide  http://blogs.technet.com/b/canitpro/archive/2013/05/05/step-by-step-adding-a-windows-server-2012-domain-controller-to-an-existing-windows-2003-network.aspx and one http://blogs.technet.com/b/canitpro/archive/2014/04/02/step-by-step-active-directory-migration-from-windows-server-2003-to-windows-server-2012.aspx long story short: i've added new 2012r2 machine domain , promoted domain controller. i cannot proceed because there's no replica old server new, once try shut down old server nothing related domain no longer working. exhangesrv new server. tsmailsrv old one. here expecte

errors on dc - dynamic registration dcdiag

i getting these errors in dcdiag. after dc promotion  an error event occurred.  eventid: 0x0000168e             time generated: 01/28/2012   13:50:12             event string:             dynamic registration of dns record 'gc._msdcs.xxxxxx. 600 in 10.10.10.10' failed on following dns server:            an error event occurred.  eventid: 0x0000168e             time generated: 01/28/2012   13:50:12             event string:             dynamic registration of dns record 'domaindnszones.xxxxxx. 600 in 10.10.10.10' failed on following dns server:            an error event occurred.  eventid: 0x0000168e             time generated: 01/28/2012   13:50:12             event string:             dynamic registration of dns record 'forestdnszones.xxxxxxxx. 600 in 10.10.10.10' failed on following dns server:            a warning event occurred.  eventid: 0x00000083             time generated: 01/28/2012   13:50:1

Lock down a folder, including from administrators

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hi, have scenario (windows server 2008 r2 enterprise): 1) staff in local group "bca power admin".  this local group in local administrators group, these staff need full admin access on server. 2) administrators group contains mix of other local , domain userids.  these staff , service accounts maintenance, backups, etc. 3) under drive t:\, have folder needs locked down, users given explicit access having access.  everything in folder , below contains sensitive, need-to-know data. 4) sub-folders, want prevent write access "bca power admin" group (who of course administrators).  these folders should updated service account runs our nightly etl process.  this done prevent staff accidentally corrupting data during development.  only production jobs should update these folders. 5) i'm happy if these sub-folders locked down administrators.  however, don't want "click continue permanently access folder" explicitly add userid the nt

RDP v.8.0 problem with OpenGL

hi everybody, i need access via rdp remote workstation running web application based on opengl. the client computer (the pc i'm accessing remote computer from) 32-bit win 7 pro sp1. the remote computer 64-bit win 7 pro sp1. on both machines updated rdp v.8 following article 2592687 , update went fine since signal strength bars shown on connection bar, guess i'm getting full rdp v8 experience. anyway when comes graphics of application, result same: still can't see it. further configuration needed? remotefx running on rdp connection? thanks in advance, k hi, unfortunately rdp 8.0 supports opengl 1.1.  if using opengl higher application not work or displayed properly.  rdp 8.1 has same limitation. -tp Windows Server  >  Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Services)

FileServer Resource Failed - No storage is available message.

1st n ode: tsmctn (working fine) 2nd node: tsmctadm ( fileserver-(tsmctnadm)(cluster disk 3) failed) first attempt, try delete file server resource without cap (client access point), give me  the network name "hostname+fqdn" in used in network.  2nd tried deleted cap , adding file server resource, still give me same error message above. 3rd, i'm added cap , tried use other cap name when adding file server resource in ha wizard, working fine, in add storage wizard selection, prompt me no storage available message. question have - 1.) there correct steps adding file server resources in failover cluster manager? e.g. 1st cap, 2nd file server, 3rd disk drives... hi bernard, may can try option. remove disk 3/ 4 , try adding again. or, see if possible delete tsmctadm and re-add it. please provide screenshot of cluster settings if possible , screenshot of error message. thanks, umesh.s.k

startup script fails

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i trying execute startup script. the vb script working manually on client pc  but fails through gpo. i getting error in logs 1. event id: windows cannot query list of gpo.a message describers reason logged policy engine. 2. event id 1058  windows cannot access file gpt.ini gpo cn={c................................. group policy aborted. there no issue script nor privileges. i have copied script in locaion sysvol\domain\policies folder please guide me. sunday, february 19, 2012 7:39 am reply | quote

DF bit change in Windows Server 2008 R2

can change df bit in windows server 2008 r2?  what understand cannot change df in windows server 2008 r2, df bit set default on tcp traffic, icmp can use "-f" wht difference between mtu , df bit mtu maximum transmission unit (the size of box in packets travel). df (don't fragment) instructs router drop packets instead of breaking them smaller pieces when given packet bigger mtu allows. http://blog.ine.com/2008/11/05/dealing-with-fragmented-traffic/ in windows vista/2008 , later, mtu managed automatically, believe can set  enablepmtubhdetect  to 1 set df bit. https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc558565(v=bts.10).aspx more background: https://blogs.technet.microsoft.com/askpfeplat/2014/12/01/psa-incorrect-mtu-size-causes-connectivity-issues-with-windows-server-2012-and-windows-server-2012-r2/ mike crowley | mvp my blog -- baseline technologies Windo

WIndows 8.1 Direct Access Client Needs to approve external wifi use before it connects - proxy not responding

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ok have windows 8.1 direct access client , works fine when able check , uncheck proxy settings - bit of pain , seems unnecessary (i hope). if take laptop starbucks error proxy server not responding never redirects me "accept" rules. if uncheck proxy settings redirects , connects internet wifi , off go - da connects , well. i using gpo configure proxy settings shown (all options greyed out users) hi, problem classic 1 when using kind of proxy settings, unfortunately. solve without need of user interaction, there 2 solutions sort out you. in case, if want use corporate connection internet traffic on da, i'd opt alternative 1 or 2 depending on trying achieve. 1. wpad (web proxy auto discovery protocol http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/web_proxy_autodiscovery_protocol) - uses automatic browser configuration checkbox on client , looks file wpad.dat on specific web server pointout either dns-record called wpad or dhcp option 252. 2. auto configuration scrip

5th monitor creating problems with Remote Desktop Connection

i have windows 10 , have added monitor existing 4 monitor setup. able view 5 monitors flawlessly on local machine, when log in rdc opens on 1 of monitors, though box checked use monitors remote session. if disconnect of monitors (it doesn't matter one) , go down 4, rdc opens on 4 of monitors, should. know why might happening? hi, seems maximum number of monitors limited 4 on remote system. what’s operating system of remote system? please check setting limit maximum number of monitors within remote desktop session host configuration tool or group policy under computer configuration\policies\administrative templates\windows components\remote desktop services\remote desktop session host\remote session environment. more information you: configure monitor settings remote session https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd834779%28v=ws.11%29.aspx?f=255&mspperror=-2147217396 best regards, amy please remember mark replies answers if , un-mark them if provide

ABE and Read the name of files

hi, i have abe enabled on parent folder in server 2008 r2 , want 1 of our users see name of files inside sub-folders can't execute them. as know user when see name of files has read permission , since abe enabled interfering each other. is there way accomplish this? hi wasil, thanks response. as mentioned in last post, our report files in excel , solution not prevent secretary open them.since not able disable abe decided force users set password reports. Windows Server  >  File Services and Storage

the group policy client service failed the logon

hi, i facing issue in 1 domain local account. when trying login giving error message "the group policy client service failed logon.access denied" kindly advice i recommend way: logon machine machine administrator account (assuming issue domain account, if not logon machine using account administrative privilege). move machine workgroup domain. (if part of 1 workgroup change 1 or join domain.) through control panel\system , security\system , change settings. restart machine , logon machine administrator account. delete user profile data (or move different location) c:\users. "c" in case system directory if have different 1 use one. join machine domain account (or workgroup machine joined to), , restart machine. logon domain account having trouble with. keep fingers crossed. if goes well, should logged on. case select logged on temporary user profile: login administrator account on local machine. open regedit . navigate hklm\software\mic

UserProfileService not responding to logon requests

cannot restart user profile due appinfo.  cannot restart appinfo, it's current state not accept commands. cannot run administrative commands due appinfo. only solution far full restart, not acceptable.  just started behavior 2 days ago.  cannot find reference appinfo issue.  pstools ineffective. hi, please ensure application information service , system components remote procedure call (rpc) , user profile service application information service depending on running. if issue persists, please run command sfc /scannow repair possible system file corruption. best regards, amy please remember mark replies answers if , un-mark them if provide no help. if have feedback technet subscriber support, contact tnmff@microsoft.com. Windows Server  >  Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Ser

what are ftp active mode and passive modes ?

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hi all i don't know  active , passive modes ftp protocol.  can please introduce me update link these 2 concepts ? ( preferably links win 2008 or win 2008 r2 iis ) thanks in advance ftp can run in active or passive mode, determine how data connection established, , controls connection, client or server. it's not windows 2008, r2, etc, rather industry standard. link whether windows, unix, or other vendor's ftp app, explain same exact thing. in active mode, client sends server ip address , port number on client listen, it's telling server listen on. server initiates tcp connection. in passive (pasv) mode client sends pasv command server , receives ip address , port number in return. client uses these open data connection server. is beneficial in scenarios client behind firewall , unable accept incoming tcp connections. file transfer protocol http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/file_transfer_protocol   active ftp vs. passive ftp, definitive explanation http:/

Not getting (Windows) updates

i've setup new server 2012 r2 machine. running windows update - set 'windows , other products' - don't seem getting updates. i've noticed - only 48 updates have been installed ie remains @ v11.0.1 in start menu there no power symbol username - present on other installs no errors reported - windows update says server upto date any thoughts or suggestions appreciated. downloaded current iso. downloading 104 (windows) updates ... looks better. strange earlier 1 had issues. Windows Server  >  Windows Server 2012 General

Group Policy settings on foreign language pack machines.

i seeing strange behavior on machines installed french , german primary language. have gpo configures items available in control panel users. however, defined items not appear in control panel. in fact, nothing appears in control panel. it behaving if control panel items have been defined in gpo in english, since named differently in german , french, pc can't figure out display after gpo applied. has seen kind of behavior?   > has seen kind of behavior? >   most control panel items (at least shipping windows) have "canonical names" may used in multilingual environments: http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/windows/desktop/ee330741%28v=vs.85%29.aspx   regards, martin     no not evil, if know doing: or bad gpos? wenn meine antwort hilfreich war, freue ich mich über eine bewertung! if answer helpful, i'm glad rating! Windows Server

GPO's not always applying

we have windows 2008 ad environment window 7 clients.  have noticed gpo’s not applying our clients.  testing purposes created test ou , gpo (adding printer).  find gpo applies upon login local admin users  not of non-admin accounts. if unlink test gpo, again outcome sporadic.  when running gpresult clients displays correct gpo’s being applied.  appreciated. how deploying printer? if using preferences, check application log printer errors. if answer helped you, check out blog: deployhappiness.  subscribe rss  or email.   Windows Server  >  Group Policy

Simple AD Question?

i new system admin , ad studying mcitp , have been assigned task of setting small network of user 5 connected win 2008 standard server. @ work doing this... new server, new user computers. question simple want other opinions. have users in different users folder other 1 created when ad set up. good? computers folder naming of them in ad computer 1 computer 2 etc...is ?   when pros set new network ad there guide of practice go buy? thanks in advance time , help?   ethan creating users in different ou's good. design ou structure supports group policy. designing ou structures work http://blogs.technet.com/b/sgoad/archive/2008/08/14/designing-an-ou-structure.aspx http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc770806.aspx http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/magazine/cc462797.aspx   for naming standards, there no thing needs considered in small environment. can decide own name can understandable administrtors , end users. have follow naming standard large org

Can't delete a DHCP reservation

hi i'm having problem deleting dhcp resevation.  ip has been used printer, when click on reservation ip delete it, red circle white cross , won't let me choose delete.  can't view properties. any suggestions thanks hi, based on description, i’m not quite sure if following article meet situation. dhcp reservations cannot removed, other settings inaccessible, no backup db http://support.microsoft.com/kb/245036 if can have try. if not, please provide original error code? and can check event viewer see if event id generated. Windows Server  >  Network Infrastructure Servers

NDES Role on CA

hi all, i'm looking deploy ndes in our environment , i've read conflicting info whether installing on ndes role on enterprise ca supported or not. for example: on technet blog, suggested ndes role can installed on same box enterprise ca: http://blogs.technet.com/b/askds/archive/2010/11/22/ipad-iphone-certificate-issuance.aspx on technet article, recommeneds installing ndes role on separate box enterprise ca, if ca standalone, ok have ndes service on same box: http://social.technet.microsoft.com/wiki/contents/articles/9063.network-device-enrollment-service-ndes-in-active-directory-certificate-services-ad-cs.aspx on technet guide, guide pretty same above: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff955646(v=ws.10).aspx so can ndes role on same box enterprise ca? reasons separate role? reasons why there difference in direction between deploying enterprise ca environment , standalone ca environments? thanks, dave.k you can install on same server or on d

DHCP won't give default getway to client machine 003 router

hi  i configured 003 router option @ scope level option , when try ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew ip configuration @ client side, configuration elements set except default getway , don't know why? event tested server scope options  i tried refresh server no way haow force client defaut getway without doing manually?  thank you  the complexity resides in simplicity follow me at: http://smartssolutions.blogspot.com hi, according description, understanding dhcp enabled client failed obtain default gateway parameter dhcp server(003 option configured). different scope might have own dg, recommend configure scope options - 003(router), instead of server options. if configuring router option server option @ affected dhcp server, remove there , set correct value in scope options node applicable dhcp scope services client.  make sure ip address list router (default gateway) option correct @ applicable dhcp scope , server.  disable other dhcp server on netw

system error 2011

hi...all have stand-alone windows server 2003, running active directory, file services, iis citrix , dhcp/dns. description: server's configuration parameter "irpstacksize" small server use local device. please increase value of parameter. please have not encountered error before , couldn't find lot of info on it. have tried creating registry entry value larger default size, still getting above error. have vpn firewall , haven't had problems until been running year , half fine. error that's says access denied when try map network drive server. not sure if error related original error message irpstact size being small. thanks best regards, joshua glass systems enginer have seen this: http://blogs.technet.com/b/askcore/archive/2008/01/25/irpstacksize-and-clusters.aspx don Windows Server  > 

Failed to create the backup of virtual machine

hi sysadmins. i'm no expert in ms windows systems , need fixing backup issues. we have 2 physical machines running  windows server 2008 r2 enterprise sp1 hyper-v host 3 virtual machines each - domain controller, exchange server, file server, running  windows server 2008 r2 enterprise sp1. the problem is, since september weekly backups fail each time, on both machines. backup configured task scheduler job: wbadmin start backup -backuptarget:e: -include:d:\vms -vssfull -quiet where e backup disk (155gb free of 600gb), , d:\vms location, virtual hard disks , virtual machines stored. backup used work several weeks. windows server backup shows 24 number of copies, latest available from 28-09-2013. i have registered vss writer:  [hkey_local_machine\software\microsoft\windows nt\currentversion\windowsserverbackup\application support\{66841cd4-6ded-4f4b-8f17-fd23f8ddc3de}]"application identifier"="hyper-v" running vssadmin list writers gives

Certificate Services Will Not Start

active directory certificate services not stay running windows server 2003 x64. when launching "certificate authority" console following error. "cannot manage certificate services. the network path not found. 0x80070035 (win32: 53)" and following 4 entries in application event log "certsrv.exe (3900) database engine 5.02.3790.3959 started. more information, see , support center @ " "a certificate in chain ca certificate 0 server has expired.  a required certificate not within validity period when verifying against current system clock or timestamp in signed file. 0x800b0101 (-2146762495)." "certificate services did not start: not load or verify current ca certificate.  dc01 required certificate not within validity period when verifying against current system clock or timestamp in signed file. 0x800b0101 (-2146762495)." "certsrv.exe (3900) database engine stopped." hi, thanks post here. you can try r

Client problem: open each folder in the same window.

hi, i'm having troubles policy settings our terminal server users. by activating various policy settings explorer restricted terminal server users can't control folder options. (great, that's way it.........but) by default explorer now open's each  folder in it's own new window. for lot of users pain in ...! how control behavior settings? i didn't find in policy points tot right setting/option. can give me solution problem? thanks in advance!!! Windows Server  >  Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Services)

sync all replica servers at once

i have multiple replica servers (more 10). a question sync if need instantly sync replica servers with up-stream... sure can sync each replica want know if clicking on synchronize on upstream server synchronize replicas or upstream sync it's upstream. thx.   --- when hit wrong note next note makes or bad. --- miles davis hi pob579, >if clicking on synchronize on upstream server synchronize replicas or upstream sync it's upstream. nope. if click sync on upstream server, upstream server sync from mu (if wsus server sync microsoft update). best regards, anne please remember mark replies answers if , unmark them if provide no help. if have feedback technet support, contact tnmff@microsoft.com. Windows Server  >  WSUS

Win10 client machine doesn't report to WSUS server

i have particular win10 client laptop not report in wsus server. on client wu service not stay on — every time check machine service status reports "stopped". have manually started service, set startup type automatic, , set recovery settings (first, second , subsequent failures) "restart service". have run windowsupdatediagnostic utility on machine did not find problems. thanks hank vare hi techrep43, >every time check machine service status reports "stopped". you may set windows updates service startup type "manual", start service. >i have particular win10 client laptop not report in wsus server. you may check windows updates log, check if there errors. https://support.microsoft.com/en-sg/kb/3036646 best regards, anne please remember mark replies answers if , unmark them if provide no help. if have feedback technet support, contact tnmff@microsoft.com.

How to find DHCP server that holds a particular scope?

hi, is there easy way find out dhcp server holds particular scope in domain? example, how find out dhcp server has scope x.x.x.x? thanks, umesh.s.k something like... import-module dhcpserver foreach( $server in ( get-dhcpserverindc ) ) { get-dhcpserverv4scope -computername $server.dnsname | ` select scopeid, name, state, @{name="server";expression={ $server.dnsname }} | ` where{ $_.scopeid.ipaddresstostring -eq "10.10.0.0" } | ft scopeid, name, state, server } gleb. Windows Server  >  IPAM, DHCP, DNS

WSUS 3.0 Clustering question

currently have 3 wsus3.0sp2 servers running, , doing perfectly. each server @ different physical location, own wsus db, which serves updates specific location (all within same domain). clients @ each site connect respective wsus server defined in our gpo. servers sync from upstream server connected internet. to schedule/push patches @ each site, have 3 servers. i have been tasked attempting implement solution have schedule installs once (instead of 3 times). after reading clustering section of operations guide seems way it, want check if way higher-ups want work. say, still have 1 server per physical location (for 3 servers total), these clustered in 1 wsus 3.0 cluster shares 1 wsus db. in way, approve patches cluster , clients download them respective site's server before. how wsus clustering can work? thanks. hi, think maybe what wanting here implement replicas replicas approvals and/or updates upstream server. have @ wsus deployment guide , search on word replica.

active directory is in offline??

hi all, i trying open 'active directory user & computers'. showing below error.. "naming information can't located because: invalid dn syntax has been specified. contact system admin verify domain configured , online." if click ok on above error popup, opens active directory page , ad in offline. in dns server offline. ad , domain in same server.  please on this..... regards, chandra dns absolute requirement active directory.  open services.msc on server , ensure services set automatic startup running.  also, ensure active directory domains services (adds) running.   in windows server 2008 , above, adds stoppable service.  best thing should right open server manager on server, , on it's main dashboard screen should first screen opens items in red, drill down them , investigate problem, lead event viewer of problematic service(s) give direction on need fix. best regards, todd heron | active directory consultant

Word 2010: Low resolution of pictures inserted into drawing canvas

unlike previous versions, when insert picture (using word 2010) drawing canvas, picture placed low resolution. example, if insert picture 2304x3072 (314 ppi) canvas, picture that's placed automatically reduced 188x251 (150 ppi). however, if insert same picture outside drawing canvas, resolution retained. further, if copy picture , paste canvas, resolution retained. so, workaround, awkward one. what changed in word 2010 causes this? can correct it? i've had problem myself. you've found fix now, others having same problem: go file | options go advanced under image size , quality, check "do no compress images in file". Microsoft Office  >  Word IT Pro Discussions

Old AD with AD FS 2.0 and SAML

hi, we need use ad fs 2.0 (for saml 2.0 support) ad old (as in 2003 old). i suspect people using ad fs 2.0 newer domain version... so, if install ad fs 2.0 on 2008 r2 (or 2012) server in domain, have issues working??  regards, scott scott quinn | c# developer & messaging specialist (for hire). contact me @ http://au.linkedin.com/in/scottquinn hi scott, that work. question of need 2008/2012 client cals because of newer server version. regards, lutz Windows Server  >  Directory Services

RDS Farm Server 2012 Single Sign On Configuration

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hi i cant make sso kerberos authentication work in server 2012 rds farm.  here background: i have created server 2012 rds farm (called aplrdfarm).  has 2 session hosts in farm(rd1 , rd2). i have amended relevant gpo's following: http://blogs.msdn.com/b/rds/archive/2007/04/19/how-to-enable-single-sign-on-for-my-terminal-server-connections.aspx?pageindex=2 this giving users 'your credentials did not work' if input password again in uac box lets them connect. the rdp files point aplrdfarm , load balancing on connection broker picks relvant session host. there not entry in ad (terminal server ou) for and aplrdfarm there in dns (this entry points static addresses of session hosts).  should create computer object in ternimal services ou called aplrdfarm? i have have configured 3 self signing certificates on connection broker in 'edit deployments' section.  error may lie.  should name/subject sso,publishing , remote app certificates name of aplrdfarm , s

How many users can login using Switch User Modes in Windows 2008 Server?

how many users can login windows server 2008 r2 enterprise using switch user mode? thanks, k. hi kumar, windows server 2008 r2 foundation supports 30 simultaneous connections, end user license agreement (eula) windows server 2008 r2 foundation supports maximum of 15 user accounts. please refer below link. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd744832(v=ws.10).aspx regards, md Windows Server  >  Windows Server General Forum

Define: Complexity Requirements "full name that exceed two consecutive characters"

hi, i want clearance on the " password must meet complexity requirements " password policy. part of explain field gives the following description: " not contain user's account name or parts of user's full name exceed 2 consecutive characters " for example when set password user full name/display name: "joey williams" following: when use firstname, surname(parts of full name) part of password gives me following: (example: joey19-2 ; william s 19-2) "...the password not meet password policy requirements. check minimum password length, password complexity , password history requirements." (which is correct ) but when use following password (example:  willia m 1 9-2 ) =>(without s ) it accepts it: "the password for joey williams has been changed." the way interpret explain text should not, because contains " two consecutive characters" of users full name (in case 7 characters) why this, , correct, since many others als

Online Responding and CRL/AIA Discussion

dears, i want discuss below points know best can done. in environment, have below servers: root-ca: offline standalone root ca, crl/aia published locally , http://respond-01/ , in aia have configured path online responding to: http://respond-01/ocsp respond-01: online server iis , online responding service role subordinate-01: online ca issuing server, configured default ldap crl/aia publishing, , online responding url to: http://respond-01/ocsp i want disucss below: shall configure subordinate-01 crl , aia published respond-01? there need or best practice ask this? my online respond server ocsp certificate trusted root ca, shall change certificate trusted subordinate? there best practice point? i recommend read post: http://en-us.sysadmins.lv/lists/posts/post.aspx?id=103 regarding ocsp: don't see practical reason use ocsp root cas. vadims podāns, aka powershell cryptoguy weblog: en-us.sysadmins.lv powershell pki module: pspki.codeplex.com powershell c

DHCP shows pending update icon

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