Active Directory: Password Settings Objects (PSOs)
Introduction
Active Directory (AD) is a Microsoft directory service that allows system administrators to centralize the management of users, groups, …
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VMware: How to Upgrade an ESXi Server
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see step-by-step how to upgrade a standalone ESXi server, using both online and offline methods.
The process …
VMware: How to Install vRealize Operations Manager
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see step-by-step how to install VMware vRealize Operations Manager.
But what is VMware vRealize Operations …
VMware: How to Install an ESXi Server
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see step-by-step how to install the VMware ESXi Hypervisor… but what is a hypervisor?
A hypervisor is software …
Windows Server: How to extend the trial period
Introduction
In this post, I will explain how to extend the trial license offered by Microsoft for Windows Server and why it is important to keep …
Exchange: Configuring the Page File
Introduction
In this post, I will show you how to configure the page file for Exchange Server 2013/2016 using best practices. The process is slightly …
Exchange: Exchange Server Versions
Introduction
The first thing to consider before implementing Exchange Server is understanding the different versions available. Currently, there are …
ADDS: Configure and Promote a Second Domain Controller
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to configure and promote a second domain controller.
Having a second domain controller is crucial, as …
DHCP: How to Configure a DHCP Server from Scratch
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to configure a DHCP server, add the necessary role, and configure the scopes.
Having a DHCP server …
PFSense: Adding an Additional LAN
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to add an additional LAN to pfSense.
PFSense is an open-source firewall/router based on FreeBSD. It can …
VMware: Updating Windows Templates in VMware with PowerCLI
Introduction
As we’ve seen in previous posts, the typical way to create new virtual machines is through templates. As administrators, we need to …
VMware: How to Create a Virtual Machine from a Template – GUI/PowerCLI
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to create a new VM from a template. In previous posts, we saw how to create a VM from scratch; however, …
VMware: How to Convert a Virtual Machine into a Template, from GUI/PowerCLI
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to create a virtual machine template that we can use to create other virtual machines.
I recommend …
VMware: How to create a new virtual machine from scratch.
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to create a new virtual machine from scratch. While the ideal approach is to create virtual machines …
Exchange: How to Add Another Email Domain
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to add another domain to an Exchange server.
First, we need to obtain a domain. This can be one …
PowerShell: How to Transfer Security Groups from One User to Another
Introduction
A couple of days ago, I was asked for help copying security groups from one user to a new user. While it’s true that we can perform …
PowerShell: Send email to users when password will soon expire.
Introduction
In this post, we’ll see how to alert users when their domain password will soon expire. To do this, we’ll create a …
PowerShell: Create security groups for each server, remove local administrators and add them to the new group.
Introduction
Security Procedure: Local Administrator Control
Some time ago, I was asked to find a method to implement certain security and …
GPO: How to Configure Password Policies
Introduction
In this post, I will show you how to create a GPO to meet the minimum requirements for password policies.
The first step is to access …
PowerShell: How to Create New Users in AD
Introduction
The easiest way to create users in AD is undoubtedly using Active Directory Users and Computers, provided you only want to create one or …