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 ...

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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.

Samsung Bluetooth Headset Factory Reset

Had this little fella Samsung Bluetooth Headset mic not working for sometime and was about to dump it off, then I decided to reset it to factory settings. Miraculously it works.

Factory reset steps:

1. Turn off the device.

2. Hold down both volume keys and hold talk button for 5 seconds

3. Turn on the device

4. If pairing is needed, press talk button for 3 seconds. Start pairing process.

A system restart is pending, you must restart the computer before installing IBM i Access

Message box keep appearing stating " A system restart is pending, you must restart the computer before installing IBM i Access ... "

Workaround for this :

1. Backup Windows Registry Key

2. Navigate to  HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE - SYSTEM - CURRENTCONTROLSET - CONTROL - SESSION MANAGER

3. Delete "PendingFileRenameOperations"

Since port 80 is used as http remote access port external port range 80-80 is invalid

Configure DLink DSL-2750U for Port Forwarding using port 80 is a real pain and time consuming process. Was stucked at error “Since port 80 is used as http remote access port. External Port range 80-80 is invalid” for hours looking at all the options available. There’s no clear indication on the menu which shows how to disable or change the http remote access port.

 

Here’s how :

·         Click on MAINTENANCE – ACCESS CONTROLS – SERVICES – REMOTE ACCESS CONTROL – SERVICES.

·         Select HTTP = Enabled. Change the port from 80 to 8080 or different port.

·         Click APPLY.

 

Websphere Installation Error

Encountering error message “ directory could not be validated as a non existing or an empty directory “ when trying to install Websphere Update Installer.

Solution :

WARNING -  only delete this two files if doing clean install of Websphere Deployment Manager & Application Server

Go to %windir%\.nifregistry.  Delete file  .nifregistry

Go to %windir%\vpd.properties.  Delete file .vpd.properties

 

 

null userid not supported DSRA0010E: SQL State = null, Error Code = -99,999

Keep getting error  “java.lang.Exception: java.sql.SQLException: null userid not supported DSRA0010E: SQL State = null, Error Code = -99,999. View JVM logs for further details”  testing Data Source connection to DB2. Verified credential use to connect to DB2 database is correct, but still getting same error.

 

Managed to resolved this by restarting all JAVA process -> deployment manager, application server, node agent.

Application Blocked By Security Settings

Internet Explorer will pop up message box “ Your security settings have blocked an untrusted application from running “ .

To resolve this (proceed at own risk) :

 

-          At Control Panel , view all items & double click JAVA.

-          Click Security tab – Edit Site List.  Add the site & click OK.

Will Not start at Park, can start at Neutral

Could not start the engine on my AT Honda City 1995 model when the gear is at Park. Surprisingly, shifting the gear to Neutral it could be started. Sent it to service centre & was told the gear sensor needed to be replaced. Price is Rm300.

Loud Engine Noise

Been driving with loud sound coming from engine compartment for the past 1 month. It sounded like the engine is going bad. Got me so worried & send it to the workshop. Thought it will caused me a bomb. It was actually the rear wheel bearing fault. Cost me RM700 for a replacement. Never thought a wheel bearing problem sounded almost like a noisy engine sound.

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Nice Software Tools

Tools where a System / Network / Administrator will surely like for their daily routine job can be found at http://www.nirsoft.net/

 

 

gmail.com is not responding to ping on Spiceworks

Been trying out on newest version of Spiceworks 7.0.01308.  The setup of my network, pinging to outside LAN is closed on the router which resulted in me getting lots of email from Spiceworks alert on “gmail.com is not responding to ping”.  Searching high & low including at Inventory – Setting to disable that option. Finally found it at Inventory – Cloud Services – under provider “Markmonitor.com”. Deleting “gmail.com” resolved the problem.

 

 

 

 

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