2,548 questions with Windows Server 2016 tags

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End of Life dates

Are you guys able to provide the End of Life dates for these OSs?: Microsoft Windows Server 2022 21H2 Microsoft Windows Server 2016 Datacenter Edition Microsoft Windows 10 21H2 Microsoft Windows 11 22H2 Microsoft Windows 11 21H2 Microsoft Windows Server…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows 10
Windows 10
A Microsoft operating system that runs on personal computers and tablets.
11,911 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server 2012
Windows Server 2012
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
1,611 questions
Windows 11
Windows 11
A Microsoft operating system designed for productivity, creativity, and ease of use.
10,287 questions
asked 2024-04-24T19:40:12.9466667+00:00
Jerry Prophete 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-27T19:04:34.3133333+00:00
tyrone franklin 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Query Windows Firewall

Hi All, I currently have Windows Firewall disabled in my environment, but I plan to enable it. If I enable Windows Firewall, what inbound and outbound traffic or ports are blocked or allowed by default?For example, let’s say I enable Windows Firewall on…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 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.
1,875 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.
558 questions
asked 2024-12-20T22:16:38.5333333+00:00
Rising Flight 4,756 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-27T01:48:44.0233333+00:00
Yanhong Liu 13,835 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
1 answer

Local administrator access enabled by group policy

Dear Team, We are trying to enable local administrator and password update for clients while using group policy but we couldn't able to update the password in local users and groups in the password option are not visible for your reference i have…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
asked 2024-12-26T11:42:01.48+00:00
yuva manikandan N 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-26T12:39:01.2766667+00:00
Marcin Policht 30,040 Reputation points MVP
1 answer

local administrator access enabled and password change using group policy

Hello all, We are trying to enable local administrator and update password in group policy but in local users and groups we couldn't able to update the password, the option provide but we can't able to update in windows server 2016 for your reference…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
asked 2024-12-26T12:10:24.8166667+00:00
yuva manikandan N 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-26T12:16:58.6333333+00:00
Marcin Policht 30,040 Reputation points MVP
2 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Query on update manager

Hi All, We have our VMs provisioned in Azure, and we are using Windows Server 2022, 2019, and 2016. When we deploy a Windows Server, such as Windows Server 2022 or 2019 Datacenter edition, from the Azure Marketplace, we download CIS benchmark policies…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
Azure Update Manager
Azure Update Manager
An Azure service to centrally manages updates and compliance at scale.
329 questions
asked 2024-08-28T19:04:57.3533333+00:00
Rising Flight 4,756 Reputation points
accepted 2024-12-26T09:40:46.0133333+00:00
Rising Flight 4,756 Reputation points
1 answer

Windows Server 2016 | KB5048671 is failed to install

Hello, KB5048671 is tried to install. But it fails to install with below message in cbs.log. This issue happening in many Windows Server 2016 servers. Please help on how to fix this. 2024-12-24 12:59:22, Error CSI 00000060@2024/12/24:11:59:22.490 (F)…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2024-12-25T11:36:52.4866667+00:00
Boopathi S 3,521 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-26T07:49:12.5+00:00
Daisy Zhou 26,946 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
3 answers

Query on WSL

Hi, I want to install WSL on Windows Server 2019. I have checked the Microsoft documentation, but I am unclear since it mentions both WSL 1 and WSL 2. Which version should I choose? If I want to install WSL on a server without internet connectivity, is…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 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.
1,875 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.
558 questions
asked 2024-12-20T22:45:40.69+00:00
Rising Flight 4,756 Reputation points
edited an answer 2024-12-25T13:37:48.76+00:00
Rising Flight 4,756 Reputation points
7 answers

the action can't be completed because the folder or a file in it is open in another program

This problem occurred on windows server 2016. We want to know how to delete this folder and what programs let us not delete this folder?

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2020-12-25T07:14:13.59+00:00
standuhuajun 91 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-24T14:43:31.7133333+00:00
juni-1260 0 Reputation points
1 answer

Patch installation | The referenced assembly could not be found.

Hello, Below error appears when installing the KB5048671. C:\temp\KB5048671>Dism /online /add-package /packagepath:C:\temp\KB5048671\Windows10.0-KB5048671-x64.cab Deployment Image Servicing and Management tool Version: 10.0.14393.4169 Image Version:…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2024-12-17T15:35:13.8166667+00:00
Boopathi S 3,521 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-24T12:06:55.7466667+00:00
Boopathi S 3,521 Reputation points
1 answer

Server 2016 Essentials "Repair Anywhere Access" fails

Server 2016 Essentials "Repair Anywhere Access" fails, have been using *.remotewebaccess.com domain: "Your domain name cannot be resolved to the IP address for your server" and "Dynamic DNS cannot be updated."

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Remote Desktop
Remote Desktop
A Microsoft app that connects remotely to computers and to virtual apps and desktops.
4,654 questions
asked 2024-12-18T16:36:04.9466667+00:00
Tony Paletti 5 Reputation points
edited a comment 2024-12-23T16:28:50.5866667+00:00
Tony Paletti 5 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Type of Storage that can be used as Cluster Shared Volume?

Dear Colleagues, Good day! May I Inquire with regards to Windows Server Failover Clustering. We are planning to Cluster a 2 Node MSSQL Server. It requires Cluster Shared Volume, asking if what type of storage we can use for the setup? Are the following…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
Windows Server Clustering
Windows Server Clustering
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Clustering: The grouping of multiple servers in a way that allows them to appear to be a single unit to client computers on a network. Clustering is a means of increasing network capacity, providing live backup in case one of the servers fails, and improving data security.
1,017 questions
Windows Server Storage
Windows Server Storage
Windows Server: A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.Storage: The hardware and software system used to retain data for subsequent retrieval.
664 questions
asked 2024-12-21T15:06:59.56+00:00
JR Murillo 60 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-22T04:25:10.6366667+00:00
JR Murillo 60 Reputation points
1 answer

Trying to Inplace upgrade from 2012 R2 to 2016 . Will IIS be upgraded from 8.5 with all the configurations

Trying to Inplace upgrade from 2012 R2 to 2016 . Will IIS be upgraded from 8.5 with all the configurations

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2024-12-19T01:37:09.9233333+00:00
Monica Vasant 0 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-19T06:06:14.42+00:00
Adharsh Santhanam 5,190 Reputation points
1 answer

Entra Connect Sync Directory Sync is enabled but not taken affect error

Attempting to sync an AD DS to an active O365 admin account with licensed accounts. I am running a custom Microsoft Entra Connect Sync to test a Test OU with a Test User, I have the Test User also licensed and added in O365. I have current employees…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
Active Directory
Active Directory
A set of directory-based technologies included in Windows Server.
6,766 questions
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
22,664 questions
asked 2024-12-12T10:56:27.9933333+00:00
Cesar Gomez 0 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-18T08:22:11.6833333+00:00
Akhilesh Vallamkonda 10,860 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

how to stop domain user to delete any folder file from Desktop and access C drive, I have already blocked the C drive but not able to stop user from deleting folder file from desktop through group policy.

how to stop domain user to delete any folder file from Desktop and access C drive, I have already blocked the C drive but not able to stop user from deleting folder file from desktop through group policy.

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2024-01-08T04:05:45.3333333+00:00
Soheb Khan 5 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-18T05:34:17.38+00:00
Gavin Luo 0 Reputation points
0 answers

TlsVersionNotPermittedThe TLS version of the connection is not permitted on this storage account

TlsVersionNotPermittedThe TLS version of the connection is not permitted on this storage account give solution

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2024-12-17T11:43:54.2033333+00:00
Sunil Singh 0 Reputation points
8 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

CVE-2013-3900 WinVerifyTrust Signature Validation Vulnerability

Hi All https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2013-3900 To remediate the vulnerability CVE-2013-3900 is to add the below registry values. [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Cryptography\Wintrust\Config] …

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 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.
1,875 questions
asked 2023-02-20T20:35:49.2333333+00:00
Roger Roger 6,671 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-16T10:20:03.31+00:00
Dhanraj D 6 Reputation points
1 answer One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Turn off Spotlight collection on Desktop

Hi All i have an ask to enable the below policy on windows servers. What benefit will i get by enabling this policy on windows servers. This is Personalization settings i believe. User Configuration\Policies\Administrative Templates\Windows…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 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.
1,875 questions
asked 2024-09-30T06:27:47.8766667+00:00
Roger Roger 6,671 Reputation points
commented 2024-12-15T17:36:17.63+00:00
eboe t 0 Reputation points
3 answers One of the answers was accepted by the question author.

Multi-Provider Router (MPR) notifications

I need help on two GPOs. If I disable the policy below, will there be any impact besides issues with mapped network drives? Policy: Enable MPR notifications for the system --> Disabled Location: Computer Configuration\Policies\Administrative…

Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2019
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
3,849 questions
Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Windows Server
Windows Server
A family of Microsoft server operating systems that support enterprise-level management, data storage, applications, and communications.
13,486 questions
Active Directory
Active Directory
A set of directory-based technologies included in Windows Server.
6,766 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.
1,875 questions
asked 2024-09-25T05:45:52.47+00:00
Glenn Maxwell 11,981 Reputation points
answered 2024-12-15T12:48:25.68+00:00
Ahmed Shaban 0 Reputation points
0 answers

Windows Server 2016 not properly Hybrid Entra ID Joining

Is anyone experiencing a problem when joining a Windows Server 2016 in Entra ID? The process is completed successfully and no error message is displayed, but in Entra ID it is displayed as a Windows 10 in the OS version column. Other Windows Server 2016…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
Microsoft Entra ID
Microsoft Entra ID
A Microsoft Entra identity service that provides identity management and access control capabilities. Replaces Azure Active Directory.
22,664 questions
asked 2024-12-10T12:19:02.27+00:00
Alexandre Laureano Mataró 1 Reputation point
commented 2024-12-13T08:03:44.6333333+00:00
Goutam Pratti 1,155 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
2 answers

Bug in ODBC SQL Server and OLEDB driver on Windows server 2016 when connecting to SQL Server 2019 running on Windows Server 2022?

Hi We have an environment running of Windows Servers 2016, 2019 and 2022 and have some issues when we it comes to Windows Server 2016. When we are setting up an ODBC connection using SQL Server standard driver to connect to the new database server…

Windows Server 2016
Windows Server 2016
A Microsoft server operating system that supports enterprise-level management updated to data storage.
2,548 questions
asked 2022-10-31T14:22:55.04+00:00
Svein 1 Reputation point
commented 2024-12-12T17:28:51.01+00:00
Biju Kuruvilla 0 Reputation points