Adding a 2003 Domain Controller to a 2000 Domain
Nov17

Adding a 2003 Domain Controller to a 2000 Domain

KB ID 0000256  Problem If you have an existing Windows Server 2000 domain, and you would like to add a Windows Server 2003 Domain controller, there’s a few extra hoops to jump through. Solution Before you start, make sure all your domain controllers are at AT LEAST Service pack 2, though there’s no reason not to be at Service Pack 4. If you are running Exchange 2000 READ THIS first! 1. If you do not already know which...

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Build a Bootable Flash Drive with Windows PE 3.0
Nov17

Build a Bootable Flash Drive with Windows PE 3.0

KB ID 0000249  Problem I’ve had my trusty Reatogo Boot CD in the back of my CD wallet for a few years now, I thought it was about time I put that sort of functionality on a flash drive, and as we have Windows PE 3.0 now I though that was the best option. Solution Before you start you are going to need… 1. A flash drive (obviously), I’m using a 16GB flash drive, but you can get away with 4GB, though to be honest...

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Active Sync Support Code:0x85010014 On Mobile Device
Nov17

Active Sync Support Code:0x85010014 On Mobile Device

KB ID 0000010  Problem Note: This Article has been updated please go here When you try and run ActiveSync (from a mobile device), it fails with this error code 0x85010014 Solution Note: This is lifted (with some subtle changes) Directly from http://support.microsoft.com/kb/817379 Before you begin To create a secondary virtual directory for Exchange that is based on steps 1 through 4 of the following procedure, make sure that...

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Watch BBC iPlayer on your Windows Mobile Device
Nov17

Watch BBC iPlayer on your Windows Mobile Device

KB ID 0000160  Problem At time of writing only the Samsung i900 is supported, which is great if – unlike me you have one, however if you don’t then you need a workaround. Solution 1. You need to install the Opera Browser on your device Click Here 2. Launch Opera and in the url bar go to opera:config 3. Scroll all the way down to Custom User-Agent and type in sgh-i900 4. Scroll all the way down and click Save, (If it asks...

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‘BTTRAYCE’ is not a valid Pocket PC application
Nov17

‘BTTRAYCE’ is not a valid Pocket PC application

KB ID 0000168 Problem Seen, post install of TomTom 7 you will get this error when the phone boots, also Bluetooth will NOT WORK This happens because TomTom drops in a couple of .dll files to the phones Windows Directory.   Solution You need to rename the .dll files in question, thay are, WindowsBtSdkCE30.dll WindowsBtCoreIf.dll This should be done on the device, launch “File Explorer”, Note: thes files are hidden by...

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Windows Mobile 7 – First Look
Nov17

Windows Mobile 7 – First Look

KB ID 0000225 Problem Although it was only unveiled in February, you can now get a better idea of what Windows Mobile 7 is going to look like.   Solution 1. Firstly you need to download the Windows Phone Development kit. Once you have it downloaded follow the screen shots below. Click Image to Follow Install Sequence. 2. All Fine and Dandy but, all it has is internet Explorer, to see a bit more download A CUSTOM PHONE ROM and...

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Cannot Sync HTC HD2 with Windows Mobile Device Center
Nov17

Cannot Sync HTC HD2 with Windows Mobile Device Center

KB ID 0000232  Problem This is what you are seeing This is what you want to see Solution This one had me stumped for a while, 1. On the phone go to settings, locate “Other”. 2. Select the USB to PC Option. 3. Select ActiveSync, and untick “enable faster data syncronisation” > OK. 4. Now when you reconnect the phone, the drivers will install, and you can sync. Related Articles, References, Credits, or...

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Windows – “Don’t Display Last Login User Name” via GPO
Nov17

Windows – “Don’t Display Last Login User Name” via GPO

KB ID 0000460  Problem By default Windows will display the last user that successfully logged on, on shared machines or in a secure domain environment you might not want this..   Solution On a Single (stand alone) machine. 1. Click start and in the run/search box type gpedit.msc{enter} 2. Navigate to > Computer Configuration > Windows settings > Security Settings > Local Policies > Security Options >...

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Prevent Users changing Desktop Wallpaper with Group Policy
Nov17

Prevent Users changing Desktop Wallpaper with Group Policy

KB ID 0000461  Problem If you need to lock down your client machines desktops and prevent your users from changing the wallpaper, then here’s a run through on how to do it. Solution 1. On your domain controller , Start > Administrative Tools > Group Policy Management Console > Either create a new policy and link it to your targeted USERS or edit an existing one, then navigate to; User Configuration > Administrative...

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Remove the Recycle Bin Via Group Policy
Nov17

Remove the Recycle Bin Via Group Policy

KB ID 0000463  Problem You might ask “why would I want to do this?” But if your users do not have access to local drives, then nothing’s going to get put in the recycle bin anyway, so it’s one less thing they can fiddle with. Solution 1. On your domain controller , Start > Administrative Tools > Group Policy Management Console > Either create a new policy and link it to your targeted USERS or edit an...

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