Windows 11 won't connect to Windows Home Server 2011

Connor Bosler 51 Reputation points
2022-12-27T16:04:50.03+00:00

Hi!

I recently installed a fresh copy of WHS 2011 on my old desktop just for fun. I went to http://<servername>/connect and downloaded the software. When I run the software, it gives me this error: 274256-image.png

Even though neither of these things are happening. I thought maybe I needed an update, but due to WHS 2011's lack of mainstream support, it fails when trying to check for updates.

I know it's not important that I get this working, but I did buy a product key for it, and it would be kind of cool.

Thanks in advance for any help!

Windows Home Server 2011
Windows Home Server 2011
A Microsoft server product that is designed to connect personal computers, digital devices, and printers in the home. Windows Home Server centralizes storage and access of images, music, personal documents and video.
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  1. Jordan Millama 1,296 Reputation points
    2022-12-27T16:15:53.62+00:00

    Unfortunately, Windows Home Server 2011 is no longer support and had stopped working back with a certain Windows 10 update. The successor to the Home Server line is Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials.

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  2. Connor Bosler 51 Reputation points
    2022-12-27T21:34:34.62+00:00

    Update! All you have to do is reboot the server and try again :)

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