QNAP Backup Issue Using Symantec Backup Exec

Using QNAP TS-453U-RP Version 4.3.3.0188 with two NICs setup (two different LAN segment). Had not been able to add it to Veritas Backup Exec 16 as "File server or NDMP data server" to backup the shared folders in QNAP.

The issue was because the Sys Admin has hardened the QNAP security due to recent malwares attack (WannaCry) and other cyber security threats. He has limit the networks segments which can access the QNAP.

To resolved the issue, access to QNAP web interface --> CONTROL PANEL --> SECURITY --> SECURITY LEVEL. Added the network segment which requires to access the QNAP.

Great Tool For SysAdmin Out There

Some wonderful tools for Sys Admin ...

http://www.cjwdev.com/Software/GetLocalAdminsGUI/Info.html

Can't Connect To Remote SQL Server

I have two SQL versions (SQL 2012 and SQL 2016) installed and running concurrently on a single server. After installing SQL 2016, had issue connecting to the newly created instant. Error "

 A network-related or instance-specific error occurred while establishing a connection to SQL Server. The server was not found or was not accessible. Verify that the instance name is correct and that SQL Server is configured to allow remote connections. (provider: SQL Network Interfaces, error: 28 - Server doesn't support strong text requested protocol) (Microsoft SQL Server, Error: -1)

Can't find much on the Net for the precise solution to this specific issue. Eventually after almost half a day googling, the problem was the network protocol (TCP/IP) was disabled by default. After enabling TCP/IP, the connection works like charm!

Hibernate Option In Windows Power button Lost After Windows Update

Strangely, after applying Windows Update, the HIBERNATE option again is missing from the Windows power option button, leaving "SLEEP","SHUTDOWN" and "RESTART" available.

To make the HIBERNATE option available, run CMD in Admin mode. Issue following command:

powercfg /hibernate on
powercfg -h on

Hibernate Option In Windows Power button

Strangely, in Windows 10, the Hibernate option is not available by default.
To pull the Hibernate option out, go to "Power Options". Click on "Choose what the power buttons do".

Click on "Change settings that are currently unavailable."

Scroll down & check on "Hibernate" option. 

Internet Explore Closed In A Flash When Opening attachment (PDF)

Cracking head trying to resolve this issue of Internet Explorer closed in a flash when trying to launch or open an attachment (PDF document to be precise), instead of prompting to save or launch the attachment.

To resolve the issue:

Internet Explorer - Tools - Internet Options - Security - Custom Level. Scroll all the way down to section 'Downloads' - 'File Download', select 'Enable'

Windows Hello Fingerprint sign-in Not Available in Domain

Windows Hello or fingerprint sign-in options is not available when sign-on to domain. 

To re-enable this feature, launch the Local Group Policy Editor. 

Navigate to COMPUTER CONFIGURATION -- ADMINISTRATIVE TEMPLATES -- SYSTEM -- LOGON -- change "Turn on convenience PIN sign-in" state to ENABLED. 

Navigate to COMPUTER CONFIGURATION -- ADMINISTRATIVE TEMPLATES -- WINDOWS COMPONENTS -- BIOMETRICS -- change the following state to ENABLED :

"Allow the use of biometrics"

"Allow users to logon using biometrics"

"Allow domain users to log on using biometrics"

Restart Windows. 

Works on Windows 10 Version 1706 (OS Build 14393.187)

RSAT & Language Pack for Windows 10 Anniversary Update

RSAT for Windows 10 is available for download at https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=45520 ( or search for RSAT for Windows 10).

Unfortunately, even though RSAT successfully installed (it only takes few seconds), Remote Server Administration Tool is just not available for use on Windows 10 Anniversary Update. Thanks to the post from Sysadmin Tips, the problem is due to Language Pack. The link to download Windows 10  Anniversary Update Language Pack is available on this post, thank to Winaero.  Steps to install Language Pack, follow Sysadmin Tips post.