The "Missing Guide".
Windows Server 2016 Essentials is the latest version of Microsoft's server operating system designed for organizations with up to 25 employees. However, as with most modern applications it comes with only the most basic of instructions. Windows Server 2016 Essentials Installation Guide for Small Businesses is a succinct installation guide produced from a real world perspective and written according to the Goldilocks Principle - not too little information, not too much information, but just right. With 190 illustrations and screenshots, practical examples and clear explanations it takes you through setting up Essentials in a typical small business. Whether you are installing Essentials for the first time, are planning to do so or are just plain curious, you will find this proven guide of interest and help.
1. HARDWARE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
1.1 File Server
1.2 Disk Drives and Storage Options
1.2.1 Single Drive System
1.2.2 Twin Disk Drives
1.2.3 RAID
1.2.4 Storage Spaces
1.2.5 SSD and 2 ½ inch Drives
1.3 Internet Connection, Hub, Router
1.4 IP Considerations
2. INSTALLATION OF WINDOWS SERVER 2016 ESSENTIALS
3. WINDOWS SERVER ESSENTIALS USER INTERFACE
4. USERS AND FOLDERS
4.1 Setting up Storage Spaces
4.2 Creating User Accounts
4.3 Managing Users
4.4 Folder Redirection
4.5 Relocating the Built-in Server Folders
4.6 Creating Additional Folders
4.7 User Groups
5. CONNECTING COMPUTERS TO THE SERVER
5.1 Using the Windows Server Essentials Connector
5.2 Additional Considerations When Connecting Windows 8 Clients
5.3 Troubleshooting the Windows Server Essentials Connector
5.4 Disabling the Launchpad
5.5 Adding a Computer to the Domain without using the Connector
5.5.1 Connecting Windows XP Clients to the domain
5.5.2 Connecting Windows Vista Clients to the domain
5.5.3 Connecting Windows 7 Clients to the domain
5.5.4 Connecting Windows 8.1 Clients to the domain
5.5.5 Connecting Windows 10 Clients to the domain (Classic Method)
5.5.6 Connecting Windows 10 Clients to the domain (Modern Method)
5.6 Connecting Computers with Home Editions of Windows
5.7 Connecting Macs
5.7.1 Using the Mac Connector Software
5.7.2 Connecting as a Workgroup Member
5.7.3 Running Windows on the Mac
5.8 Removing a Computer from the Network
6. BACKUPS AND RESTORES
6.1 Configuring Backups for the Server
6.2 Restoring Files to the Server
6.3 Backing up to a Network Drive
6.4 Configuring Backups for the Computers
6.4.1 Changing the Backup Parameters
6.4.2 User Initiated Backup
6.5 Restoring Data to a Computer
6.6 Client Restore Service
6.6.1 Setting up the Service
6.6.2 Restoring a Client
7. PRINTING
7.1 Networked Printer
7.2 Shared Printer via Server
8. REMOTE ACCESS
8.1 Setting up Anywhere Access
8.2 Controlling Anywhere Access for Individual Users
8.3 Using Remote Web Access
8.4 Customizing the Logon Page
8.5 Using the VPN (Virtual Private Network)
8.5.1 Windows 8/8.1 Clients
8.5.2 Windows 10 Clients
8.5.3 Windows 7 Clients
8.6 Using Dropbox with Essentials
9. HOUSEKEEPING AND MONITORING THE HEALTH OF THE SYSTEM
9.1 Windows Defender
9.2 Third Party Antimalware/Antivirus Software
9.3 Checking the Dashboard
9.4 Generating a Report
9.5 Customizing the Health Report
9.6 Setting up a Scheduled Health Report
9.7 Optimizing the Hard Drives
9.8 Applying Windows Updates to the Server
9.9 Shutting Down & Restarting the Server
9.10 Task Manager and Resource Monitor
10. WORKING WITH IPADS AND OTHER DEVICES
10.1 Accessing the File System with File Browser
10.2 Using Dropbox
10.3 My Server App for Windows Phone
10.4 Microsoft Remote Desktop app for iOS
10.5 Chromebooks
11. GROUP POLICY
11.1 Group Policy Management Console
11.2 Defining the Internet Home Page for All Users
11.3 Windows Logon Behaviour
11.4 Logon Warning/Security Message
12. OFFICE 365
12.1 Preparation
12.2 Installation
12.3 Creating a New User
12.4 Assigning an Existing Local Account
12.5 Remo
Windows Server 2016 Essentials is the latest version of Microsoft's server operating system designed for organizations with up to 25 employees. However, as with most modern applications it comes with only the most basic of instructions. Windows Server 2016 Essentials Installation Guide for Small Businesses is a succinct installation guide produced from a real world perspective and written according to the Goldilocks Principle - not too little information, not too much information, but just right. With 190 illustrations and screenshots, practical examples and clear explanations it takes you through setting up Essentials in a typical small business. Whether you are installing Essentials for the first time, are planning to do so or are just plain curious, you will find this proven guide of interest and help.
1. HARDWARE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
1.1 File Server
1.2 Disk Drives and Storage Options
1.2.1 Single Drive System
1.2.2 Twin Disk Drives
1.2.3 RAID
1.2.4 Storage Spaces
1.2.5 SSD and 2 ½ inch Drives
1.3 Internet Connection, Hub, Router
1.4 IP Considerations
2. INSTALLATION OF WINDOWS SERVER 2016 ESSENTIALS
3. WINDOWS SERVER ESSENTIALS USER INTERFACE
4. USERS AND FOLDERS
4.1 Setting up Storage Spaces
4.2 Creating User Accounts
4.3 Managing Users
4.4 Folder Redirection
4.5 Relocating the Built-in Server Folders
4.6 Creating Additional Folders
4.7 User Groups
5. CONNECTING COMPUTERS TO THE SERVER
5.1 Using the Windows Server Essentials Connector
5.2 Additional Considerations When Connecting Windows 8 Clients
5.3 Troubleshooting the Windows Server Essentials Connector
5.4 Disabling the Launchpad
5.5 Adding a Computer to the Domain without using the Connector
5.5.1 Connecting Windows XP Clients to the domain
5.5.2 Connecting Windows Vista Clients to the domain
5.5.3 Connecting Windows 7 Clients to the domain
5.5.4 Connecting Windows 8.1 Clients to the domain
5.5.5 Connecting Windows 10 Clients to the domain (Classic Method)
5.5.6 Connecting Windows 10 Clients to the domain (Modern Method)
5.6 Connecting Computers with Home Editions of Windows
5.7 Connecting Macs
5.7.1 Using the Mac Connector Software
5.7.2 Connecting as a Workgroup Member
5.7.3 Running Windows on the Mac
5.8 Removing a Computer from the Network
6. BACKUPS AND RESTORES
6.1 Configuring Backups for the Server
6.2 Restoring Files to the Server
6.3 Backing up to a Network Drive
6.4 Configuring Backups for the Computers
6.4.1 Changing the Backup Parameters
6.4.2 User Initiated Backup
6.5 Restoring Data to a Computer
6.6 Client Restore Service
6.6.1 Setting up the Service
6.6.2 Restoring a Client
7. PRINTING
7.1 Networked Printer
7.2 Shared Printer via Server
8. REMOTE ACCESS
8.1 Setting up Anywhere Access
8.2 Controlling Anywhere Access for Individual Users
8.3 Using Remote Web Access
8.4 Customizing the Logon Page
8.5 Using the VPN (Virtual Private Network)
8.5.1 Windows 8/8.1 Clients
8.5.2 Windows 10 Clients
8.5.3 Windows 7 Clients
8.6 Using Dropbox with Essentials
9. HOUSEKEEPING AND MONITORING THE HEALTH OF THE SYSTEM
9.1 Windows Defender
9.2 Third Party Antimalware/Antivirus Software
9.3 Checking the Dashboard
9.4 Generating a Report
9.5 Customizing the Health Report
9.6 Setting up a Scheduled Health Report
9.7 Optimizing the Hard Drives
9.8 Applying Windows Updates to the Server
9.9 Shutting Down & Restarting the Server
9.10 Task Manager and Resource Monitor
10. WORKING WITH IPADS AND OTHER DEVICES
10.1 Accessing the File System with File Browser
10.2 Using Dropbox
10.3 My Server App for Windows Phone
10.4 Microsoft Remote Desktop app for iOS
10.5 Chromebooks
11. GROUP POLICY
11.1 Group Policy Management Console
11.2 Defining the Internet Home Page for All Users
11.3 Windows Logon Behaviour
11.4 Logon Warning/Security Message
12. OFFICE 365
12.1 Preparation
12.2 Installation
12.3 Creating a New User
12.4 Assigning an Existing Local Account
12.5 Remo
