Install .NET Framework 3.5 on Windows Server 2016 – Alternate Path Error

Install .NET Framework 3.5 on Windows Server 2016 – Alternate Path Error

If you are trying to install .NET Framework 3.5 on Windows Server 2016 or 2019, there is a good chance you will run into this error. The prompt states ‘Do you need to specify an alternate source? One or more installation selections are missing source files on the destination.’ Unlike other features of Windows Server, .NET Framework needs access to the source directory to install. Fortunately, with access to the Windows Server media, we can easily install the framework. In…

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VMware On Demand Made Easier

VMware On Demand Made Easier

It was announced yesterday that VMware Education Services is rolling out a new On Demand Learning Interface. If you have utilized their On Demand Learning before, navigating through course material proved to be a bit cumbersome at times. Fret no more friends, the new console aims to provide a seamless experience by providing easier access to course content. All the course content can now be accessed from a central page to make navigation more intuitive. As per VMware, existing courses…

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Windows Server 2016 Data Deduplication

Windows Server 2016 Data Deduplication

In line with our Windows Server 2016 Data Deduplication topic yesterday, I wanted to provide some additional information on the deduplication process, including how to enable or disable this feature. First, a little bit of background.  Deduplication has been around for years, but in recent years it has taken a more prominent role. In its simplest form, deduplication optimizes free space on a volume by identifying and eliminating redundant data. During the deduplication process, once redundant data is identified, it is effectively removed…

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Server 2016 Data Deduplication Corruption

Server 2016 Data Deduplication Corruption

Update – This Technet article has more information on installing KB3216755 as a critical bug fix for Windows Server 2016 Data Deduplication users Server 2016 and Veeam users, an issue regarding NTFS volumes with deduplication enabled has recently arose. According to a Veeam Forum Digest, there has been reports that backup files residing on Server 2016 NTFS volumes with data deduplication enabled are becoming corrupt. The reports have indicated that large files (> 2.2TB) residing on these volumes are affected. It appears that…

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How to Change VNX Heartbeat Notifications

How to Change VNX Heartbeat Notifications

If you own an EMC (Dell) CX or VNX, you may have noticed that every 7 days the array will send you a heartbeat notification. This notification will alert you on the health of your array. Great feature, but if you have multiple arrays or you are receiving alerts after hours, you may want to change the event e-mail timing. Look no further, you can achieve this through NaviCLI. How to Change CLARiiON/VNX Heartbeat Event: Navisphere CLI will need to be installed to…

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