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How to reset Microsoft 365 User Password
Microsoft 365 (M365) is a subscription service that lets you run your organization in the cloud. This way, Microsoft takes care…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/03/how-to-reset-microsoft-365-user-password/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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Inbound connection Error: Failed to Perform Scheduled Replication [Part 2]
Snapshot Replication on Synology delivers fast, reliable data…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/03/inbound-connection-error-failed-to-perform-scheduled-replication-part-2/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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How to license Veeam Enterprise Manager and Add VBR Servers
Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager (VBEM or VEM) centralizes the management and reporting of…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/03/how-to-license-veeam-enterprise-manager-and-add-vbr-servers/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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How to upgrade Windows Admin Center from v2411 to v2511
Microsoft has officially released Windows Admin Center (WAC) version 2511, delivering restored…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/02/28/how-to-upgrade-windows-admin-center-from-v2411-to-v2511/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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Deploy Veeam Recovery Orchestrator and Agents to VBR and VEM
Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) extends the functionality of the Veeam Data Platform…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/02/28/deploy-veeam-recovery-orchestrator-and-agents-to-vbr-and-vem/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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How to link an iPhone with Windows PC with Phone Link App
In this blogpost, we shall discuss how to link an iPhone with Windows PC with Phone Link App.…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/02/24/how-to-link-an-iphone-with-windows-pc-with-phone-link-app/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
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Synchronize Apple Calendar on Windows with Outlook [Part 2]
If you're using Apple Calendar (iCloud Calendar) but work primarily on a Windows PC with…
https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/02/24/synchronize-apple-calendar-on-windows-with-outlook-part-2/?utm_source=bluesky&utm_medium=jetpack_social
Veeam Enterprise Manager setup and User Role management
Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager (VBEM or VEM) is a centralised management and reporting platform that lets administrators control multiple Veeam Backup & Replication servers from a single web-based console. It is designed for large-scale and…
Building VIHR: Ransomware-Proof Repository with Veeam JeOS
Veeam Data Platform v13 shifts toward a "security-first" architecture. It offers enhanced protection for backup infrastructure against modern threats. In addition to introducing a new Linux-based Virtual Software Appliance (VSA) and Veeam…
How to fix Failed to connect to Deployer Service Error
In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to fix failed to connect to Deployer Service Error. Please, see How to configure Network Unlock in Windows, how to Configure a username and secret on a Cisco Switch and Router, and Upgrade…
Upgrade legacy VHR to Veeam Infrastructure Hardened Repository
In this guide, we will discuss the steps "Upgrade legacy VHR to Veeam Infrastructure Hardened Repository". According to Rick's naming convention of VHR generation one (1). This blog post aims to demonstrate the "steps to upgrade legacy…
Unable to Remove Orphaned VHR Repository v2 from VBR v13
In this article, we shall discuss the steps to fix "Unable to Remove Orphaned VHR Repository v2 from VBR v13". As system administrators, we believe everything is possible, provided you think it through. Therefore, I will proceed and show you…
The Silent War: What your Ransomware Recovery Strategy looks like when the clock starts ticking
A ransomware recovery strategy is not something you design during an attack. It is something that reveals its true value only when everything else is already failing. In the previous article, we…
How to set up Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager on Windows
In this guide, we shall discuss how to set up Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager on Windows. Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager is an application that integrates a comprehensive set of tools and managers to meet the needs of any IT team. It…
Veeam Host Components: Unable to reinstall Deploy Service SSH techdirectarchive.com/2026/01/14/u...
Hardening Your Infrastructure: A Guide to VMware VBS and MS GPO Credential Guard in Veeam v13
Veeam Enable Credential Guard Vmware & Windows prerequisite: Enable or Disable UEFI Secure Boot for a Virtual Machine Verision VMware vSphere ESXi 6.x7or superior EFI firmware Virtual hardware version 13…
How to fix the Filesystem root is running low on Disk space
The Filesystem Root represented by the symbol / is the master directory that holds everything on your virtual server (Ubuntu VM). This is similar to "C: drive" on a Windows machine. In this guide, we shall discuss the steps on how to fix…
A-Z of XCP-ng and Xen Orchestra setup and VM Creation
XCP-ng stands for Xen Cloud Platform, next generation and it is an open-source virtualisation platform that allows you to manage virtual machines and networks efficiently. This guide is designed to enhance your IT administration skills. In this…
Hacker Thinking in Ransomware Attacks: Why Backup Infrastructure Is the Real Target
Introduction Over the last decade, ransomware attacks have changed dramatically. What once was a simple malware encrypting user files has evolved into a business-driven cybercrime model. Today, attackers think…
Bypassing BitLocker Loop by Unlocking or Disabling or PC Reset
BitLocker recovery restores access to a BitLocker‑protected drive when the default unlock method fails. In this case, however, entering the recovery key triggers the PC to restart again, which prevents the recovery process from…
Upgrade Host Components: Unable to reinstall Deploy Service SSH
Upgrading Veeam Backup & Replication v13 host components such as Proxmox often hits a wall during the "Upgrade Host Components" phase. In this guide, we shall discuss how to upgrade Host Components: Unable to reinstall Deploy Service…
Upgrade Path and In-Place Upgrade for VBR v13
Due to lots of questions in the community that some customers cannot run VBR with other web applications on the same server. I decided to upgrade my VBR Server to v13, thereby showing the flawless upgrade process and documenting any errors I encounter…
Upgrade PowerShell Core Windows or Mac and Linux System
In this article, we shall discuss the steps to upgrade PowerShell Core Windows or Mac and Linux System. Microsoft officially stopped adding new features to "Windows PowerShell" (version 5.1) as it recieves security and bug fixes only. It is…
How to create a two-way Active Directory Trust
A two-way trust will be created between these domains, which means that the two domains will be able to share their resources with each other. Ports prerequisites Network connectivity must be ensured between the domain controllers of all involved…
[AZURE] MSSQL Creating a new Azure SQL Database (PaaS)
In the context of modern cloud solutions, Azure SQL Database stands out as one of the most mature and reliable PaaS services offered by Microsoft for managing relational databases. By offloading critical operational tasks such as maintenance,…
[AZURE] Restore MSSQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines Using Azure Backup
Data protection is only as effective as the ability to restore data quickly and reliably. When running Microsoft SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines, having a robust backup strategy is essential—but understanding the…
MSSQL Server Error 833: A Synthesis of Real-World Case Studies
Technical / Infrastructure-Focused Analyzing SQL Server Error 833: Infrastructure-Related Case Studies and Root Causes SQL Server Error 833 Explained: Common Infrastructure Scenarios and Resolutions Practical / Troubleshooting-Oriented…
[AZURE] Azure AKS: How to Pull & Push Docker Images “Commvault” into Your Private Azure Container Registry
This procedure is part of the prerequisites for performing a backup of a Kubernetes cluster using the Commvault. The adoption of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has become a standard approach…
[AZURE] Security Service Edge (SSE) & Azure Active Directory (Azure AD) will be renamed Microsoft Entra ID.
Hello everyone, MS Azure is changing its approach on cloud security, implemented the new Security Service Edge (SSE) solution In today’s cybersecurity landscape, traditional perimeter-based…
How to Install & Configure Microsoft SQL Server “Always ON & Anatomy of Veeam Plug-in for backup.
In today’s enterprise environments, ensuring high availability and disaster recovery for critical databases is paramount. Microsoft SQL Server’s Always On Availability Groups offer a robust solution…