This workaround will need to be applied manually to each client after the occasional rollup. This allows the end user easy access to kicking off a backup, or checking backup statusĪdmittedly, there is a DNS related drawback to this workgroup install, but there is a work-around I created, explained here.
You may wish to create a shortcut to "C:\Program Files\Windows Server\Bin\BackupLaunchpad.exe" on your Start menu (metro UI), and/or your taskbar If you'd prefer (Task Manager, Startup folder is one way, LaunchPad setting is another)
Using your favorite browser URL line, replacing servername with the name of your WS2012E server, typingĭouble-click the client to begin the installation wizard Paste the clipboard contents into the command prompt window, press 'Enter'
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How to skip domain joining during client deployment in a Windows Server 2012 Essentials network, Guang Hu, Microsoft, September 06, 2012Ĭopy reg add "HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows Server\ClientDeployment" /v SkipDomainJoin /t REG_DWORD /d 1 To avoid the domain join, follow this Microsoft article: Install Windows Server 2012 Essentials Connector Win+W, type Uninstall, click the 'Search' box at top-right, type Server, and look for any Windows Home Server Connector software, if found, uninstall it and reboot Windows Server 2012 Essentials - Connector installation The focus is on end-user simplicity, with an alternative to auto-starting LaunchPad. Here's a look at the installation of the Windows Server 2012 Essentials Connector, focusing on the home user, who may prefer to stay in a workgroup rather than join a domain. It's a bit faster and simpler to install this way, and has proven to be well suited for my extended family's daily backup needs.
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