Windows Admin Center is a browser-based app that the customer self-deploys and uses to manage servers, clusters, hyperconverged infrastructure, and Windows 10 PCs . Recently, we discussed how to upgrade Windows Admin Center 2306 – 2311 and also touched on how to install WACmg 2410. But in this guide, we shall discuss how to setup…
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Active Directory-Based Activation (ADBA) is a Microsoft Volume Licensing method that automatically activates Windows that are joined to an Active Directory (AD) domain. Here is how to set up and configure the Key Management System (KMS) if you have non-domain joined devices. Therefore, in this guide, we shall discuss how to configure Active Directory-Based Activation…
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Key Management Service (KMS), like Multiple Activation Key (MAK) activates Microsoft products such as Windows and Office. You should install the KMS server, also known as the KMS host on a server inside your local network. Note that, KMS clients connect directly to the KMS host to activate both Windows etc. In this guide, we…
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In this article, we will discuss how to troubleshoot “Server Certificate could not be updated: Private key does not match”, and and determine the root case of this issue. This concern arose during the process of uploading a new SSL/TLS certificate to Trellix ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) for securing web-based access to the console over the…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to Fix Error 0x87E10BC6 on a PC running Windows non-core Edition. The error code 0x87e10bc6 occurs when there is an issue with activating Windows as we will see very shortly. This can be due to various reasons such as server issues, firewall interference, or incorrect product key. Please,…
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SystoLOCK is a passwordless Multi Factor Authentication (MFA) platform developed by Systola GmbH here in Deutschland (Germany). Therefore, in this article, we shall discuss how to protect your Windows Devices with MFA with SystoLOCK. Please, see Creating IAM Users, Adding MFA and Policies on AWS, “MFA on Root Account: Create a User on AWS and…
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In this article, I will show you how to Convert Windows Server Datacenter to Standard: Install via iDRAC Virtual Media. Previously, we have discussed how to convert Windows Server Essentials or Evaluation to Retail Edition, and we also discussed the differences between Windows Sever Evaluation, Essential and Retail Edition. Specifically, steps to convert Windows Server…
The “Trellix MVISION Endpoint” and Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) are both Trellix Endpoint protection products. They are slightly different and offer different use cases. Trellix offers both to provide flexibility and broader coverage for varying customer needs and environments. In this article, I will show you how to install Trellix MVISON Endpoint. Please, see how…
In this article, we shall discuss how to “Enable Secure Boot: Fix Secure Boot certificates expiration in June 2026”. That is, after 15 years, the Secure Boot certificates that are part of Windows systems will start expiring. Windows devices will need new certificates to maintain continuity and protection. These certificates are the basics of trust…
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In this article, you learn how to add an account with the same name exists in Active Directory: Re-using the account was blocked by a security policy. When attempting to add a pre-created PC to a domain or reuse an existing computer account. Please see Active Directory Ports: Service and network port requirements for Windows,…
In this guide, we will learn how to check Windows Activation Status and troubleshoot activation errors. Activation helps verify that the copy of Windows that you are running is genuine. That it hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Term allows. In this article, we shall discuss how to Check Windows…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to Manage Windows Product key with Software Licensing Manager. Activation is the process by which your Windows device is licensed and considered genuine. Activation helps verify that your copy of Windows is genuine and hasn’t been used on more devices than the Microsoft Software License Terms permit. See…
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