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Cal License tracking ID

Hello, I have a virtual machine with windows server 2022 and I want to enter the CAL USER license for 5 users. I have already activated the remote desktop service but I can't insert the license. On my box I have a COA with the tracking id. How do I use…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,367 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 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.
424 questions
Windows Server Infrastructure
Windows Server Infrastructure
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Infrastructure: A Microsoft solution area focused on providing organizations with a cloud solution that supports their real-world needs and meets evolving regulatory requirements.
526 questions
asked 2023-04-04T08:10:44.65+00:00
Marco Tusa 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-01-28T18:28:50.8433333+00:00
GIUSEPPE SCARPINO 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Microsoft Multiplexor Protocol Reinstall

I accidentally uninstalled Microsoft Multiplexor protocol on a Windows 2016 Standard server. Trying to put it back yeilds an error message, "Could not add the requested feature. The error is: The specified module could not be found". If I try…

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.
4,997 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,425 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows Network
Windows Network
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.Network: A group of devices that communicate either wirelessly or via a physical connection.
696 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2024-01-10T16:03:54.4333333+00:00
Michael King 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-01-16T19:50:50.5466667+00:00
Michael King 0 Reputation points
1 answer

My office all computer has been Joined in Azure , now still i need domain controller, active directory and DNS server ? my current requirement is only DHCP server to provide the IP address to all computer of office.

Dear All, I'm looking to understand the infrastructure requirements for setting up primary and secondary DHCP servers in an environment where my office all computers are connected to Azure AD. Do I need traditional domain controllers, Active Directory,…

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.
4,997 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows DHCP
Windows DHCP
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.DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). A communications protocol that lets network administrators manage centrally and automate the assignment of Internet Protocol (IP) addresses in an organization's network.
1,034 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows Server Infrastructure
Windows Server Infrastructure
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Infrastructure: A Microsoft solution area focused on providing organizations with a cloud solution that supports their real-world needs and meets evolving regulatory requirements.
526 questions
asked 2023-12-30T08:45:45.6466667+00:00
Ganesh Karki 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-01-16T01:48:38.99+00:00
Hania Lian 10,446 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

Ask to an expert in Windows Server 2012 R2. I need to write the step-by-step procedures to perform the task of """installing Windows Server 2012 R2""". The computer to install the new Windows server has the following environment. """Dell E7250"""

Service, Scenario, and Result: How to Install Windows Server 2012 R2 on Dell E7250 with 8GB RAM and i7 CPU running Windows 11 version 22H2? No error issue has been reported. I need help from a software expert in Windows Server 2012 R2. Detail: I need…

Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2024-01-09T07:26:40+00:00
Billy Jean2023 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-01-11T05:51:37.34+00:00
Billy Jean2023 0 Reputation points
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Hyper-V doesn't boot ISO file to install OS

Hi there, For school I have to set up a virtual test-network using Hyper-V and Windows Server 2022. I downloaded the free Trial Version .ISO file here Next I've set up the virtual machine and selected install from bootable CD > Image File (iso) >…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Hyper-V
Hyper-V
A Windows technology providing a hypervisor-based virtualization solution enabling customers to consolidate workloads onto a single server.
2,610 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2024-01-01T10:16:54.51+00:00
Axel 20 Reputation points
commented 2024-01-02T12:45:41.64+00:00
Axel 20 Reputation points
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Upgrading from Server Essentials 2016 eval to 2022 Essentials eval

I have several clients running Windows Server 2016 Essentials and am planning in-place upgrades to Windows Server 2022 Standard. I would like to perform a test upgrade prior to production. I installed and configured an evaluation version of Windows…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,425 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows Server Migration
Windows Server Migration
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Migration: The process of making existing applications and data work on a different computer or operating system.
413 questions
asked 2023-12-09T23:59:45.9966667+00:00
CIT0440 51 Reputation points
answered 2023-12-10T15:26:05.17+00:00
abbodi86 3,866 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Is there no limit on generating thumbs.db file with size, nor number of files being cached?

I've seen some articles saying thumbs.db file's limit is…

Windows 10 Setup
Windows 10 Setup
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
1,918 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows Server PowerShell
Windows Server PowerShell
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.PowerShell: A family of Microsoft task automation and configuration management frameworks consisting of a command-line shell and associated scripting language.
5,445 questions
PowerShell
PowerShell
A family of Microsoft task automation and configuration management frameworks consisting of a command-line shell and associated scripting language.
2,272 questions
asked 2023-10-24T13:46:42.6166667+00:00
523311 40 Reputation points
accepted 2023-12-09T15:13:00.35+00:00
523311 40 Reputation points
3 answers

Why old KB articles are missing?

I noticed an issue, similar to 1,2 on my Windows 10 1909. One of those threads mention http://support.microsoft.com/kb/974524 . However, effectively all old KB article links are broken. I'm not the only one who mentioned this, e.g. here's a thread…

Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2020-11-19T13:37:00.19+00:00
i3v 51 Reputation points
commented 2023-11-30T05:49:19.9466667+00:00
Adam 0 Reputation points
4 answers

Windows Server 2022 shuts down unexpectedly

I have recently setup a HP DL 180 Gen 10 server (Part No P35519-B21) running a Windows Server 2022 Standard operating system ROK 16 Core (Part : P46171-371). Windows license is activated. The system was running good for 4 days, after which we have…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Active Directory
Active Directory
A set of directory-based technologies included in Windows Server.
6,149 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,367 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 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.
424 questions
asked 2023-04-06T15:02:17.6466667+00:00
Pushkaraj 0 Reputation points
answered 2023-11-25T13:24:37.8733333+00:00
Chris 0 Reputation points
0 answers

DNS Management snap-in console stops responding when you edit the Name Servers tab in Windows Server 2008 R2

DNS Management snap-in console stops responding when you edit the Name Servers tab in Windows Server 2008…

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.
4,997 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows Server Security
Windows Server Security
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Security: The precautions taken to guard against crime, attack, sabotage, espionage, or another threat.
1,774 questions
Microsoft Configuration Manager
asked 2023-11-24T09:50:05.49+00:00
KokYi Sheng Leslie 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Windows cannot find 'C:\Windows\System32\OptionalFeatures.exe'. error while clicking Turn Windows feature on or off in control panel

I have tried sfc /scannow with cmd but it is also showing sfc scannow is not recognized as an internal or external command in cmd (Basically I need to access FTP site and want to setup IIS) I have set path also in Environment variable …

Internet Information Services
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2021-06-28T06:51:02.24+00:00
AkDev 6 Reputation points
commented 2023-10-21T08:16:54.91+00:00
Zakir Hussain Shaikh 0 Reputation points
0 answers

SQLServerWriter

Hello community, I use Nutanix to manage my virtual machine park, and HYCU for backup. I have a server where SQL Express is installed. I have also configured weekly backups for all my VMs. I have an error like this in my PE Nutanix Application-Consistent…

SQL Server
SQL Server
A family of Microsoft relational database management and analysis systems for e-commerce, line-of-business, and data warehousing solutions.
13,199 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows Server Backup
Windows Server Backup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Backup: A duplicate copy of a program, a disk, or data, made either for archiving purposes or for safeguarding valuable files from loss should the active copy be damaged or destroyed.
464 questions
asked 2023-10-12T09:04:50.8966667+00:00
Raoul Kouadjip Wouanda 0 Reputation points
commented 2023-10-18T07:39:48.4266667+00:00
Raoul Kouadjip Wouanda 0 Reputation points
1 answer

What is now the recommended packaging/installer technology for Windows Server OS's?

MSIX is now favored over MSI for installation on Client OS's such as Windows. But what about server-side? MSIX's "install per user" paradigm doesn't make sense for a server. Will/Is Microsoft working on a modern installation technology for…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2022-08-11T20:11:24.297+00:00
William Gould 1 Reputation point
commented 2023-10-07T17:05:49.1933333+00:00
iLyas Ahmad 0 Reputation points
7 answers

Windows 11 deployment via WDS

Hi, I added a boot.wim and install.wim of the current Windows 11 Insider ISO to a WDS server. When I netboot a client, it will load the boot.wim and show an error message that WDS is not supported with this Windows version anymore. There is a link to…

Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
8,785 questions
asked 2021-09-01T20:34:46.383+00:00
Ingo Böttcher 1 Reputation point
answered 2023-10-06T17:09:54.8966667+00:00
SaintFrag 1 Reputation point
3 answers

Windows server 2022 standard activation

Good afternoon, I have a server here with ESXi installed on which 2 virtual machines have been created, both installed with Windows Server 2022 Standard. The problem is that one server is activated, but I can't activate the other one. When we try:  dism…

Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2023-10-01T12:59:49.9066667+00:00
Mark 0 Reputation points
commented 2023-10-02T12:18:17.4733333+00:00
Dave Patrick 426.4K Reputation points MVP
2 answers

WSUS - Windows 10 22H2 - Not finding new updates after installing 22H2 enablement package kb5015684

Hello, I am trying to resolve an issue. Basically, I patched my Windows 10 21H2 OS machines with KB5015684. Since then, they are checking into WSUS fine but are not finding any of the latest updates. On the WSUS server, I have Windows 10, 1903 and later…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,565 questions
Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,060 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows 10 Setup
Windows 10 Setup
Windows 10: A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
1,918 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2023-09-26T19:59:47.4833333+00:00
Jonathan 0 Reputation points
answered 2023-09-28T17:39:23.77+00:00
Jonathan 0 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

New-AzVM in powershell is not activating GUI in for Windows Server Datacenter Editions

When I Crete a VM from Azure Console for "2022-datacenter-azure-edition-hotpatch" and connect to it I access the GUI. However if I create the VM via Powershell I go directly to sConfig. How can I create the VM so that I have the GUI at…

Azure Virtual Machines
Azure Virtual Machines
An Azure service that is used to provision Windows and Linux virtual machines.
7,470 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
PowerShell
PowerShell
A family of Microsoft task automation and configuration management frameworks consisting of a command-line shell and associated scripting language.
2,272 questions
asked 2023-08-24T03:47:34.0133333+00:00
Alberto Mijares (Tantius) 81 Reputation points
accepted 2023-09-28T15:56:02.4633333+00:00
Alberto Mijares (Tantius) 81 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

I had to reinstall Authenticator & now a site I set up for 2-factor authentication isn't working so I can't get into the site.

I had to reinstall the Microsoft Authenticator app & now it won't communicate or send me the 6 digit code I need to log in to a website. HELP!

Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2023-09-22T18:12:47.0666667+00:00
Denise Quinn-Allen 20 Reputation points
accepted 2023-09-23T17:19:43.0866667+00:00
Denise Quinn-Allen 20 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Dose Dell PowerEdge R430 Supported Windows Server 2022 ?

Can I install Windows Server 2022 on the below server specifications : System Manufacturer: Dell Inc. System Model : PowerEdge R430 System Type : x64-based PC System SKU : SKU=NotProvided;ModelName=PowerEdge R430 Processor : Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E5-2603…

Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
12,515 questions
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
Windows Server Infrastructure
Windows Server Infrastructure
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Infrastructure: A Microsoft solution area focused on providing organizations with a cloud solution that supports their real-world needs and meets evolving regulatory requirements.
526 questions
asked 2023-09-17T12:59:45.5566667+00:00
Ahmad Al Talla 20 Reputation points
accepted 2023-09-19T05:46:57.1066667+00:00
Ahmad Al Talla 20 Reputation points
6 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Error while pxe boot

wds client: an error occurred while obtaining an ip address from the dhcp server. please check to ensure that there is an operational dhcp server on this network segment. What is the main cause of this error? How do I fix the issue without going to…

Windows Server Setup
Windows Server Setup
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Setup: The procedures involved in preparing a software program or application to operate within a computer or mobile device.
245 questions
asked 2021-07-18T07:23:17.75+00:00
Sunirmal Chakraborty 41 Reputation points
answered 2023-09-18T13:17:28.4666667+00:00
Christian Rocquebrune 0 Reputation points