Expert Windows Server setup and configuration services to optimise your IT infrastructure, enhance security, and improve network performance
The DHCP Server service automates the configuration of TCP/IP on DHCP clients, providing essential information to computers when connecting to an IP network. In this Comprehensive Guide to Install DHCP Server on Windows Server 2022, we will discuss the post configuration as well as configuring the DHCP Scope. Please see how to create and delete…
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Microsoft integrates Configuration Manager into the Intune family of products, offering an integrated solution for managing all devices. This integration simplifies licensing and eliminates the need for complex migrations. Users can continue leveraging their existing Configuration Manager investments while tapping into the capabilities of the Microsoft cloud at their own pace. This is a comprehensive…
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The WSUS installation from Server Manager fails with a fatal error stating, “The schema version of the database is from a newer version of WSUS than currently installed.” This error requires either patching the WSUS server to at least that version or dropping the database. Windows update indicates that the system is up to date….
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In this article, we shall discuss the steps to “Fix the request to add or remove features failed 0x00400d”. The error code “0x00400d” shows that there was an issue adding or removing features during an installation or upgrade on Windows Server. Please see How to install DHCP role on Windows Server 2019, Azure CI/CD: Configuring…
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In this article, we shall discuss “KB5034439 Windows Update Error: Resize WinRE Partition”. Microsoft has revised the update process for Windows Recovery Environment (WinRE) on PCs receiving updates. From Windows Update (WU) and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). Please see What are System Partition and Boot Partition in Windows, How to create a BitLocker System…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to fix “Faulting application name: mmc.exe: Unable to launch ADUC (Active Directory User and Computer) “. The application mmc.exe may be faulty when using Active Directory Users and Computers for various reasons such as corrupted system files, incompatible third-party software, insufficient system resources, misconfigured group policies, or issues…
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In this article, we will show you how to Perform Office Online Server Update via Windows Updates. Instead of downloading updates via the Microsoft Update catalog as described here “how to perform Office Online Server Update via the Microsoft Update Catalog“. We will have to apply Windows updates via the Windows Settings as released via…
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A Synthetic SCSI Controller refers to a virtual storage controller used in virtualization environments found in hypervisors like VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, or other virtualization platforms. This controller emulates a SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) controller in software rather than being a physical hardware device. In this article, we shall discuss how to resolve an…
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Setting up a standalone DNS server is a fundamental step in managing network resources efficiently. While numerous DNS servers exist, customizing your own ensures tailored control and enhanced security. In this guide, we’ll delve into the installation and configuration of DNS servers on Windows Server platforms, streamlining the process for seamless implementation. Please see how…
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MBAM Report Users can access the Compliance and Audit reports in the MBAM administration website. The local group for this role is installed on the Administration and Monitoring Server, Compliance and Audit Reports Server, and Compliance Status Database Server. In this article, we shall discuss how to resolve the “Fix An error has occurred during…
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The Deployment Image Servicing and Management (DISM) tool is a command-line tool that is used to modify Windows images. In this article, we shall discuss the following error found in the log ‘DISM “Failed to open image” CWimImageInfo Mount(hr:0x8007000d): Fix Error DISM WIM Provider: PID=6928 TID=10308″. Please see how to update Microsoft Defender Antivirus into…
In this article, we will learn how to change Active Directory Domain name from dot local to dot com (.local to .com.). Since global DNS does not recognise .local domains, and they lack global uniqueness. Also, they are not suitable for services that require access beyond the local network. While this is generally not problematic…
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In this article, we shall discuss “How to change the Windows Pagefile Size”. Please see , How to fix Windows Microsoft Store not opening, how to backup Azure VM with VM Settings, and how to Increase Disk Size in Hyper-V. The Windows Pagefile serves as a crucial component for virtual memory operations within the Windows…
