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    WSUS 3.0

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    Not too sure if this will help or not but have you installed the latest version of BITS (Background Intelligent Transfer) i dont think setup allows you to go past unless you have it installed - i had a similar issue and updating it helped resolve it but i did this before SP2 for WS2003 so not sure if its already included.

    Did you turn off any AV programs? what does the eventvwr say? the initial sync can take a while (although not too long f you have broadband) - how long are you leaving it for?

    Heres a SBS guide for you to look at http://blogs.microsoft.co.il/blogs/yanivf/...ep-by-step.aspx

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    WS2003 random shutdown

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    Do you have two PSUs in the server?

    Try changing the power cable, and where it's plugged in to.

    If still no joy, you might want to try changing the PSU itself.

    When you say that power manangement appeared to be fine - the BIOS can't record an 'I've lost power' event, because.. er.. by the time its lost power, it er.. is switched off.

    Servers with multiple PSUs can record events when one PSU dies, as they're still getting power.

    Has one PSU.

    Power wise it records the volts (according to ASUS anyway)and if the volt reaches 11 or below it means more power is required and is likely to cause a shutdown. The volt has been at 12 - 12.5 according to the software i have installed.

    Ill look into the PSU see if i can get it replaced.....

    Thanks

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    WS2003 random shutdown

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    A bit puzzled here. I have a WS2003 server used as a file server also has Virtual server 2005 R2 installed with one XP virtual machine. Sometimes the server restarts/shutdown. When its back up i try and log on and have the usual question "why did the server shutdown unexpectedly" i then review the event viewer - but nothings listed.

    So thought it could be running out of power with 2 systems running and as the server has 2 hard drives thought this might be the case, but when i installed the BIOS software to look at power management it seems to be fine. I cant find anything related to this problem. Anyone got any thoughts on this?

    Thanks

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    Blocked access to a certain site

    in Windows Vista

    Posted

    To disable ipv6 have a look here for instructions: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/network/ipv6/ipv6faq.mspx

    If that doesnt work then you can try the following (note: you may lose any network settings doing the below)

    in the cmd window type:

    netsh int ip reset c:\log.txt
    netsh winsock reset

    then reboot.

    If that fails open up device manager, look for your NIC (usually under Network Adapters) right click and pick uninstall. Finally reboot and let windows install it for you. You may need your drivers so have this at hand before following this procedure.

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    Blocked access to a certain site

    in Windows Vista

    Posted

    Not sure if you have tried this already:

    Clear the cache (go to start>Control menu and look for internet options) and press Delete and delete all.

    Then open a command window (Start > All programs> Accessories > Run - then type cmd)

    You will see a "black window" in here type:

    ipconfig /flushdns

    press enter then

    ipconfig /registerdns

    and try again. These are the basics to try before going on further.

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    Waiting for SP2

    in Windows Server

    Posted

    I installed server 2008 final x64 last nite. My initial impression:

    I installed on a freshly formated 80 gig partition. And yet, after the install i had 2 windows folders - windows and windows.old. Windows.old was empty except it had a recycle bin in it. Both folders had the same create date so i assume setup did this.

    Also, if i go to my computer properties, it says "Windows server". That's it, just windows server, not windows server 2008. It also says copyright 2007 even though it was released in 2008. Also, it says Service Pack 1. I looked in the registry and the registry says it's service pack 1. Why would the final version of server 2008 say sp1??????

    Also, the recycle bin properties shows my partitions in the wrong order. It lists them as F, then C, etc. I dont understand why the recycle bin would list the drives in random order

    Im starting to think server 2008 isnt ready for prime time, just like vista when it was released. Waiting for SP2

    -gosh

    Only today i had a similar issue that youve had except it was on a 32 bit. Eventually i had some problems and decided to reinstall. When i did i came across the usual screen saying it found a Windows folder so setup will rename it to Windows.old. I decided not to go ahead with this and clicked the format partition (even though the partition was already formatted) since then i didnt get any unusual errors.

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    Migrate WS2003 to WS2008

    in Windows Server

    Posted · Edited by Bad boy Warrior

    Just double checking here:

    Ive used Norton Ghost 9 to make an image of my current domain.....

    1. I install WS2003 as a virtual machine and then use NG9 to replace the system.

    2. I have a new WS2008 to test with and can start to play with migration?

    Is that all there is to it?

    Also would i need to change the IP addresses/ subnet etc (on the VM) and if so would this cause any problems in clients logging on (only in the test area).

    Any articles you guys aware of to give me some guide?

    Guess this VM will only run for a max of 30 days due to activation. But once ive tested, how will WS2008 be reacting on the network if i left it live and the migration has gone across successfully?

    Thanks

    Edit: **NG9 didnt work with this server**

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    Enterprise vs Business/Ultimate

    in Windows Vista

    Posted · Edited by Bad boy Warrior

    In that case i think the Enterprise edition is sold to manufacturers on a large scale i.e. Dell, HP - they then use those licenses to build PCs and sell them on.

    If im right and the way i understand it i would believe these licenses cannot be sold to individuals and only to manufacturers or companies buying large number of licenses and is covered by Microsoft Software Assurance agreement. Overall the version i would believe is Ultimate.

    No doubt if im wrong someone here will correct me :rolleyes:

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    Faxing from WS2003 - Hardware side

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    As long as the modem is a hardware modem (not a winmodem) and Windows 2003 has a driver for it, fax should work with it. The only gotcha is that Windows' built-in fax product is awful :).

    True. I used to use a program called WinFax - but its been a while. Any recommendations for a Fax program on WS2003 and possibly compatible with WS2008?

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    Migrate WS2003 to WS2008

    in Windows Server

    Posted

    On one domain i would like to test to migrate everything from WS2003 to WS2008, i.e. users, shares, domain etc etc. Is there a way that i can test this first before rolling it out live? So i have WS2003 running aswell as WS2008? I doubt there is but just double checking....

    cheers

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    Dell Vista on another machine

    in Windows Vista

    Posted

    Im curious to know where i stand with this situation. We purchased a Dell laptop about a year ago. The user cracked the screen 2 weeks ago. The laptop is now out of warranty and we can not replace the cracked screen just yet (until the new financial year at least).

    Now if i installed the same copy onto another PC (formatted the original laptop) and it activates, i guess all is fine and ok to use?

    Im asking because i've heard a few times, that a specific Vista copy is ONLY for that PC/Laptop then again ive also heard that you purchase one license and if the PC becomes faulty its still your license to use where you feel its fit.

    Can anyone confirm whats correct here?

    Thanks

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    Primary DNS suffix and DNS suffix search list

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    I have two DNS server running, one is active directory incorporated (primary dns) and the other is a linux dns server (secondary). I set it up the secondary in my server 2003 as a zone. Everything seems to be working.

    I need to figure out how to add both suffixes (for primary and secondary) using either AD's group policy or using the DHCP snap-in. So far, I have only been able to add one at a time but I would like to add both. I know this can easily be done on each host under network configuration (tcp/ip) but I want to do it for all host at the same time over the network.

    Please help.

    Not sure if ive understood what your after correctly but here goes. If you have DHCP installed you can control most of the stuff from there primary/seocnday DNS servers, update lease times if need be, fixed IP addresses, Local Lan, DHCP server etc etc.

    If this is not what your after a policy ive come across is found at Computer Configuration > Admini templates > Network >DNS client which may be worth reading on.

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    Email on AD server

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    No, he's talking about the POP3 service that W2K3 offers. There's a document on technet that explains the service, and how it differs from Exchange POP3. Good read, and will answer your questions.

    Thanks, shame i cant use this service for development purposes like you can do with Exchange :realmad:

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    Antivirus for Exhange 2003?

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    We use Sophos, scans incoming/outgoing mails along with the Exchange store etc and is integrated with AD (if you want it to be), the AV is pretty powerful too, fast and can control everything from the server (including client software updates). Also includes a firewall if you really need to use it.

    One feature i really like is the ability to control what applications and ports can be run or blocked :thumbup

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    Email on AD server

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    Back again :thumbup

    I'm curious to know what the free email service available in WS2003 can do, in other words on a domain server which doesnt have Exchange what can i do with this email service? or what cant i do with this service? Is it possible to have emails sent from this server locally to other clients?

    Thanks

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    Faxing from WS2003 - Hardware side

    in Windows 2000/2003/NT4

    Posted

    I've read a few articles in how to configure WS2003 to send and receive faxes but what i'm trying to figure out is if i have a modem port on the server connected to a phone line, is that all i need in order to send and receive a fax on the hardware side?

    Is there any "gotcha's" i need to be wary about, or any services that need to be active on WS2003?

    Cheers

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    Dell GX270 Graphics card

    in Hardware Hangout

    Posted · Edited by Bad boy Warrior

    Yes thats just how you do it.

    Plus you'll need to unplug the little dongle for the second monitor.

    Heres a 256 meg one for you http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16814150107

    Thanks but i couldnt find a 256MB in UK - USA has a few but i then have to pay tax and VAT on top of the price etc

    what about this: http://www.e-tropolis.co.uk/ProductDetails...de=PV-T44A-WANG

    or maybe a PCI low profile card?? i "think" this machine has that slot????? or ill just go with the 128MB from above if its a no go.

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