Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
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Windows server CAL
I'd like to ask about Windows CAL. We have AD network 2012 with many controlelrs. Additionaly in the network exists two servers 2019 with IIS services used by just a couple of users. Do we need all CAL version 2019 or may we use mixed CAL 2012 and 2019…
asked 2020-07-23T12:41:36.16+00:00
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Jarek Walkusz
1
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commented 2020-07-27T05:53:02.06+00:00
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Jenny Yan-MSFT
9,326
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Does a windows 10 NFS client respect linux ACLs?
Hi, I'm trying to export an NFS shares from Centos 8, with ACLs applied, to a windows 10 NFS client, the connection is fine, but I can't get the windows client to respect the ACLs, connecting as a named user, using the AnonymousUid and AnonymousGid…
asked 2020-07-23T08:52:18.84+00:00
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Roger Chivers
1
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answered 2020-07-24T06:10:08.777+00:00
Xiaowei He
9,871
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3 answers
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Unlock my machine in background - command
HI, I'm doing some automation process that requires unlocking my machine remotely from another server\machine (without taking the RDP session via mstsc command). How to perform this operation using script\command (without using paid third party…
Windows
Windows
A family of Microsoft operating systems that run across personal computers, tablets, laptops, phones, internet of things devices, self-contained mixed reality headsets, large collaboration screens, and other devices.
4,773 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,178 questions
Windows Server Management
Windows Server Management
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Management: The act or process of organizing, handling, directing or controlling something.
421 questions
asked 2020-07-15T16:10:56.573+00:00
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Anandhan Sathyanarayanan
136
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accepted 2020-07-23T09:22:59.823+00:00
Anandhan Sathyanarayanan
136
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
What tool could I use to differentiate and/or detail if a server(s) is/are running Windows Server 2016 Standard, Enterprise or Datacenter editions?
I do not have admin rights within my enterprise work environment, but I am tasked to provide a listing of servers and other details. One of these details is what Operating system and version is running. Using some tools like SolarWinds or VMware, I can…
asked 2020-07-23T08:24:01.13+00:00
Michelle Coston
21
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accepted 2020-07-23T08:51:18.783+00:00
Michelle Coston
21
Reputation points
2 answers
Activate windows server 2016 without internet
How to activate Windows Server 2016 with product key, without internet?
asked 2020-07-23T04:56:45.783+00:00
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fajar kurniawan
1
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answered 2020-07-23T07:04:50.83+00:00
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Rita Hu -MSFT
9,626
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5 answers
Windows 10 client cant see windows server essentials 2016
I have a windows 10 client that has been connected to windows server essential 2016 for a few weeks. Recently the client stopped seeing the server. I can not ping, remote desktop ao anything. I have another windows 10 machine and it is working fine. …
asked 2020-07-19T03:28:16.117+00:00
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Richard Shack
1
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answered 2020-07-23T05:40:06.947+00:00
Andy YOU
3,071
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3 answers
Hosting SQL Server 2016 or 2019 in Private IaaS
Hi, We have a private cloud based on Docker EE. SQL Server 2016 is the defacto database for several applications. For several reasons the applications need to stay in Private IaaS environment, and cannot go to Azure yet. So we have two options: (…
asked 2020-07-17T06:18:43.483+00:00
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Moinak Bhattacharya
21
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commented 2020-07-23T03:09:54.073+00:00
Joy Qiao
4,886
Reputation points Microsoft Employee
1 answer
MDT Capture "Another copy of this application is already running"
My MDT has been working perfectly fine. All of sudden, I can't capture anymore. Everyime time I try to capture, it would fail and say "Another copy of this application is already running". I have tried multiple devices, vms, operation systems…
asked 2020-07-22T20:11:50.187+00:00
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George Wang
6
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answered 2020-07-22T20:16:14.6+00:00
Dave Patrick
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Reputation points MVP
2 answers
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Ensuring Windows Server 2016/2019 Is Properly Configured to Accept Requests from an FTP Client
I have a C# program that makes it easy to transfer files using the ftp protocol. It works fine on Server A. But on Server B it throws an exception after the data channel is "connected," at the point where it tries to "connect" the…
asked 2020-07-20T12:14:54.41+00:00
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Mark Rockman
131
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commented 2020-07-21T13:57:04.093+00:00
TimCerling(ret)
1,156
Reputation points
2 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
How to activate Windows 10 PRO by AVMA as VM on Windows server 2019
Hello, I have Windows Server 2019 Datacentre. There is allready installed Hyper-V and some VMs. I try to activate by AVMA VM with Windows server 2019 standard and Windows 2016 standard -both are OK. I tried instal Windows 10PRO, but there isn't AVMA…
asked 2020-07-16T13:09:04.443+00:00
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Stanislav Kromka
21
Reputation points
commented 2020-07-16T13:53:58.063+00:00
Dave Patrick
426.1K
Reputation points MVP
2 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Question on CAL for test machines
Hello! Would anybody please tell me if we must purchase the CALs for all our Windows 10 workstations which have been activated using the keys from the MSDN Premium subscription and are being used (24x7) solely for testing purposes? These workstations…
asked 2020-07-15T08:52:30.42+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
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answered 2020-07-16T13:06:54.517+00:00
TimCerling(ret)
1,156
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Able to convert 2016 server core (Standard with Non-GUI) to Hyper-V Server core?
Hi Microsoft I'm hoping someone can help me find a path of least resistance. We have a VM-Host server that was built with the incorrect operating system. The evaluation version of Server 2016 Standard without the Desktop Experience (core) was…
asked 2020-07-16T06:11:03.19+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T06:22:02.487+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Run Always-On VPN on Windows Server 2016 core?
Is it possible to run Microsoft Always-On VPN on Windows Server 2016 core? If so are there any tutorials? I have a feeling it's not possible as I can't find any material online. Thanks. …
asked 2020-07-16T06:09:23.057+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T06:21:59.313+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Error on win2016 core server
Hi, I installed a tool called "awvs" on win2016 core server and encountered an error "You'll need a new app to open this awvs" when I run the application. How to resolve this issue? win2016 core server does not GUI. The…
asked 2020-07-16T06:11:19.563+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T06:21:56.12+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
2019 Core server
Dear All , Good Day new to servers , i am look for your expertise on the below My requirement is to design small office setup in domain environment . On a physical server after the installation 2019 core server , i create 3 VM's as below …
asked 2020-07-16T06:09:47.887+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T06:21:53.383+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
How to stop and start a FTP site using 'appcmd.exe'?
Hi everyone! How can I stop and start a FTP site using 'appcmd.exe' on a Windows CORE? …
asked 2020-07-16T06:10:43.847+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T06:21:50.15+00:00
Young Yang (Shanghai Wicresoft Co,.Ltd.)
661
Reputation points
2 answers
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
What is "root certification of the domain controller"
Note "certification" not "certificate" Note "Domain controller" not domain. The MS article says " the smart card must contain the root certification of the domain controller. " (Don't let…
asked 2020-07-15T08:48:30.477+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T05:51:05.697+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
computer account and user account expiration when not connected to network
What will happen to computer objects if it is no longer connected to the network for a very long time? Computer accounts need to reset it's password to the domain controller. What will happen to user accounts if the user is not connected to the network…
asked 2020-07-15T08:47:51.373+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T05:51:02.363+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
CAL question
If the environment has the following, is it better to go with the device CAL or user CAL? And if device CAL, how many would I need? I'm not sure if the client machines count towards the CAL count. 10 users total 10 client machines running…
asked 2020-07-15T08:47:15.11+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T05:50:55.297+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
1 answer
One of the answers was accepted by the question author.
Best way to make 2 DNS domains speak each other
Hello, We've set a conditional forward on each domain. Domain A with a conditional forward into Domain B. Domain B with a conditional forward into Domain A. Those 2 domains also have a trust for each other on Active Directory Domains and Trusts. …
asked 2020-07-15T08:46:36.437+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points
accepted 2020-07-16T05:50:52.603+00:00
Teemo Tang
11,346
Reputation points