When you install Configuration Manager as an evaluation version. It becomes read-only after 180 days. Before or after this period, you will need to activate the product from the Site Maintenance page in Setup and have it upgraded to a full installation. This can be done at any time before or after the 180 days. In this…
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Recently, I wanted to upgrade my Configuration Manager from the evaluation version to a full version, but I was unable to due to the following error discussed in this article. Therefore, we will fix “Perform Site Maintenance or reset this site” greyed out. Please see how to Fix Keep personal files and apps option greyed…
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In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to run Hype-V on Windows 11 and Install Windows OS via PXE Boot. The Preboot Execution Environment (PXE) allows seamless access to the Windows Preinstallation Environment (WinPE) over the network. This enables efficient deployment and troubleshooting without requiring local installation media. Please see AADSTS50020: User…
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Managing security tools can get a bit tricky when you’re running multiple solutions on the same server. Let’s say you’ve got a setup using a third-party antivirus as your primary security suite, but Windows Defender is still active. This can create conflicts, and the best way to address this is to switch Microsoft Defender Antivirus…
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Blocking specific IP addresses using Group Policy can be helpful when you want to restrict internet access or control network traffic on certain devices in an Active Directory environment. This guide will walk you through how to block IP addresses using Group Policy (GPO) in Active Directory by creating a Group Policy Object (GPO) that…
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In this article, we shall discuss how to Install OpenSSL on Windows Computers. OpenSSL is an open-source command-line tool that is used to generate the SSL certificate and private key and is available in both versions 32 and 64 bit. Please see How to fix Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004, how to Fix the…
In this article, we shall discuss the fix to Windows Update Fails with Error 0x80092004 (Windows Update Logs in Windows: 2023-KB5022498 Cumulative Update for .NET Framework 3.5 and 4.8.1 for Windows 10 failed)”. We can unravel more information from the Windows Event Log. Windows Events provides a standard, centralized way for applications (and the operating system)…
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In this article, I will show you How to create a Child and tree Domain using the steps below. A child domain is a subdomain of the parent domain. In the active directory hierarchical structure, the function of the child domain is the segmentation of the active directory into smaller parts or segments. For Example,…
In this article, I will show you How to create a password reset disk which is a specially created disk or USB flash drive that can help restore access back to your Windows system in case you forget your password. Please see How to reset your built-in Local Administrator password in Windows 10, How to…
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In today’s busy world, it’s common to switch between devices throughout the day, whether it’s from a computer at work to a phone on the go. Thankfully, Microsoft Edge makes it easy to keep everything in sync so you can access your browsing data like history, bookmarks, and open tabs no matter which device you’re…
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This guide will help you create Multiboot OS ISO files on a single bootable USB disk. If you’re tired of juggling multiple USBs for different operating systems, WinSetupFromUSB might be exactly what you need. With it, you can create a USB stick loaded with several ISO bootable images Windows, Linux, or even utilities all on…
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In this article, I will show you how to install and configure FSRM on Microsoft Windows Server. The File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) has existed for some time but has been an underutilized Windows feature. The FSRM can be used by system admins to manage their organization’s corporate files on their file servers. Please see…
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Hyper-V is a powerful feature in Windows 11 that allows you to create and run virtual machines (VMs) on your PC. With Hyper-V, you can run multiple operating systems, including different versions of Windows and Linux, all on one device. It’s a handy tool for IT pros, developers, and anyone who wants to test software…
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