Microsoft

Welcome to my Microsoft Tips & Tricks section. In this section I will post different tips and tricks that I have picked up over the years. Some are best practice while other are just very handy.

Server:

• Certificate Server:
  • CA Setup
• Windows Deployment Services:
  • Installation and Set Up
  • Configuration
  • Create and edit Task Sequence
    • Troubleshoot ADKSetup-error: “Unable to generate catalog…”
    • Troubleshoot Task Sequence stops: “Run the Deployment Wizard…”

Active Directory:

• Active Directory Recycle Bin Clean-Up
• Central Store Setup
• RODC Setup
• Two-way Domain/Forest Trust Setup
• Copy/Migrate GPO from one domain to another

Powershell:

• Create OU-structure based on a csv-file
• Create AD Admin groups based on csv-file
• Create AD Admin Users based on csv-file
• Add Admin Users to Admin Groups based on csv-file
• Move Computer Accounts to OU based on csv-file

SQL:

• AlwaysOn SQL Cluster Setup

Misc:

• Microsoft FSLogix – Setup and Configure
• Windows Time service settings in domain and forest setup
• Ping reply with IPv6 address, not IPv4
• Automate Disk Cleanup

Disclaimer: Every tips/tricks/posting I have published here, is tried and tested in different it-solutions. It is not guaranteed to work everywhere, but is meant as a tip for other users out there. Remember, Google is your friend and don’t be afraid to steal with pride! Feel free to comment below as needed.