Windows Server 2016

How to Configure a DSC Pull Server on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure a DSC Pull Server on Windows Server 2016

Introduction PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) Pull Server on Windows Server 2016 provides a centralised configuration management service. Target nodes automatically pull their configuration MOF files and report compliance status back, enabling drift detection and automatic remediation at scale. Installing Pull Server Prerequisites Install required features and modules: Install-WindowsFeature DSC-Service, Web-Server -IncludeManagementTools Install-Module xPSDesiredStateConfiguration -Force […]

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How to Apply LTSC Updates and Servicing on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Apply LTSC Updates and Servicing on Windows Server 2016

Introduction Windows Server 2016 follows the Long-Term Servicing Channel (LTSC), receiving cumulative security and reliability updates monthly. Understanding the update model and using PowerShell and WSUS for update management ensures servers remain secure and stable throughout the support lifecycle. Checking Current Update Status Verify installed updates and pending patches: Get-HotFix | Sort-Object InstalledOn -Descending | […]

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How to Configure Just Enough Administration (JEA) on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure Just Enough Administration (JEA) on Windows Server 2016 (SERVER-2016-2)

Introduction Just Enough Administration (JEA) is a PowerShell security feature on Windows Server 2016 that restricts what administrators can do in remote sessions. Using role capability files and session configurations, JEA implements least-privilege delegation, allowing helpdesk staff to run only the commands they need without full admin rights. Creating a Role Capability File Define the […]

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How to Manage Active Directory at Scale with PowerShell on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Manage Active Directory at Scale with PowerShell on Windows Server 2016

Introduction Managing Active Directory at scale on Windows Server 2016 demands PowerShell automation. The ActiveDirectory module lets you create hundreds of users, manage group membership, audit accounts, and generate compliance reports in seconds rather than hours of manual effort. Installing the ActiveDirectory Module Install RSAT tools to get the AD PowerShell module: Add-WindowsFeature RSAT-AD-PowerShell Import-Module […]

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How to Write Advanced PowerShell Scripts for Windows Server 2016 Administration — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Write Advanced PowerShell Scripts for Windows Server 2016 Administration

Introduction Advanced PowerShell scripting transforms Windows Server 2016 administration from a manual, time-intensive process into a streamlined, automated workflow. This guide covers advanced scripting patterns, error handling, modules, and real-world automation scenarios every Windows Server 2016 administrator should master. PowerShell Execution Policy and Script Signing Before deploying advanced scripts, configure an appropriate execution policy and […]

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How to Configure Site-to-Site VPN with RRAS on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure Site-to-Site VPN with RRAS on Windows Server 2016

How to Set Up VPN Site-to-Site with Windows RRAS on Windows Server 2016 A site-to-site VPN connects two separate networks — typically a branch office and a headquarters, or an on-premises network and a cloud network — through an encrypted tunnel over the public internet. Windows Server 2016 includes Routing and Remote Access Service (RRAS), […]

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How to Configure DHCP Failover on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure DHCP Failover on Windows Server 2016

How to Configure High Availability for DHCP with DHCP Failover on Windows Server 2016 DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a critical network service — when it fails, new devices cannot obtain IP addresses and existing leases eventually expire, causing network outages. Windows Server 2016 includes DHCP Failover, a feature that allows two DHCP servers […]

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How to Configure iSCSI Initiator for SAN Access on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure iSCSI Initiator for SAN Access on Windows Server 2016

How to Set Up iSCSI Initiator to Connect to SAN Storage on Windows Server 2016 iSCSI (Internet Small Computer Systems Interface) is a protocol that allows servers to access block-level storage devices over standard TCP/IP networks. Instead of requiring expensive Fibre Channel infrastructure, iSCSI enables Storage Area Network (SAN) connectivity over ordinary Ethernet, making enterprise-class […]

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How to Configure Advanced SMB Multichannel on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure Advanced SMB Multichannel on Windows Server 2016

How to Configure SMB Multichannel Advanced on Windows Server 2016 SMB Multichannel is a feature of the SMB 3.0 protocol in Windows Server 2016 that allows a single SMB session to use multiple network connections simultaneously. This delivers higher throughput, increased fault tolerance, and better CPU utilization when multiple network adapters or adapters with multiple […]

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How to Configure BitLocker Network Unlock on Windows Server 2016 — step-by-step Windows Server 2016 tutorial on Progressive Robot

How to Configure BitLocker Network Unlock on Windows Server 2016

How to Set Up BitLocker Network Unlock on Windows Server 2016 BitLocker Drive Encryption protects data at rest by encrypting entire volumes. In environments where servers need to restart automatically without manual PIN entry — such as after patching or power restoration — BitLocker Network Unlock provides a solution. Network Unlock allows a server to […]

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