AZURE Kubernetes Service (AKS) upgrade minor version from 1.32.3 to 1.33.7

Updating a managed Kubernetes environment is rarely just a routine maintenance task: it is a critical operation that directly affects the platform’s stability, security, and the availability of its features. In the context of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), even a minor version update, such as the move from version 1.32.3 to 1.33.7, requires careful planning, testing and execution.Before…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/26/azure-kubernetes-service-aks-upgrade-minor-version-from-1-32-3-to-1-33-7/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Reset or reinstall Windows Server without deleting the VM

If you have created a VM on Hyper-V, Proxmox, VMware, or XCP-ng and want to reinstall Windows, you don’t need to delete the VM or recreate it. In this guide, we will show you how to reinstall Windows directly on an existing VM while keeping the VM configuration intact. Therefore, in this guide, we will discuss the steps to reset or reinstall Windows Server without deleting the VM.

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/25/reset-or-reinstall-windows-server-without-deleting-the-vm/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Build a New DC vs Swing Migration: Upgrade Server OS Correctly

Because unsupported operating systems (OS') introduce security risks and can affect compliance requirements, organizations should migrate to supported versions of Windows Server. In my lab environment, the domain controllers currently run Windows Server 2022 despite not affected. I want to take advantage of the newer capabilities available in Windows Server 2025. To accomplish this, I will Build a New DC vs…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/25/build-a-new-dc-vs-swing-migration-upgrade-server-os-correctly/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Azure File Sync : Enable Self-Service restore

Things to know before enabling this feature: VSS Schedule Overwrite: If you use the -Force parameter while enabling self-service and the Volume Shadow Copy (VSS) service is currently active, the program will overwrite your existing VSS snapshot schedule with the default one. Ensure you back up your custom VSS configuration before enabling self-service recovery as described above. Cluster Environments: If you are enabling…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/16/azure-file-sync-enable-self-service-restore/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Unicode Manipulation and the 8.8 CVSS Privilege Escalation Threat in Active Directory ( CVE-2026-25177)

Follow this blog on Mastodon or the Fediverse to receive updates directly in your feed. Follow Fediverse Followers On March 10, 2026, Microsoft disclosed a new security vulnerability affecting Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS). The flaw, identified as CVE‑2026‑25177, allows an authenticated attacker to gain privilege escalation over the network, potentially…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/12/unicode-manipulation-and-the-8-8-cvss-privilege-escalation-threat-in-active-directory-cve-2026-25177/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

How to replace Veeam Recovery Orchestrator License

During the installation of Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO), I initially applied an evaluation license, which expires after 30 days. Since this is not sustainable for my lab environment, I requested an NFR (Not‑For‑Resale) license, as discussed here "how to apply and install Veeam NFR License". Therefore, in this article, I will discuss How to replace Veeam Recovery Orchestrator License.

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/11/how-to-replace-veeam-recovery-orchestrator-license/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

Fix failed to connect to the backup server: Make sure it is online

Recently while I was discussing the steps on how to license Veeam Enterprise Manager and Add VBR Servers. I ran into the following error which prompted the created of this topic "Fix failed to connect to the backup server: Make sure it is online". Please, see how to link an iPhone with Windows PC with Phone Link App, and how to…

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How to fix Domain Join Error during Windows Deployment

The message “ZtiDomainJoin has attempted to join to domain” comes from Microsoft Deployment Toolkit (MDT). This happens during an automated or Lite touch OS deployment as shown in the image below. Therefore, in this guide, we shall discuss How to fix Domain Join Error during Windows Deployment. Please see how to fix the following errors occurred attempting to join the domain: The specified domain either does not…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/11/how-to-fix-domain-join-error-during-windows-deployment/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

SCVMM setup Error 10421: Fix VMM Service Account conflict

In this article, we shall discuss 'SCVMM setup Error 10421: Fix VMM Service Account conflict". System Center Virtual Machine Manager (SCVMM) is part of the System Center suite and helps to provide a unified management experience across on-premises, service provider, and the Azure cloud. Please, see SCVMM setup Fails: Fix Missing Windows ADK Deployment Files, and how to Integrate Hyper-V with Veeam Recovery…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/09/scvmm-setup-error-10421-fix-vmm-service-account-conflict/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social

SCVMM setup Fails: Fix Missing Windows ADK Deployment Files

The Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (Windows ADK) and Windows PE add-on provide the tools you need to customize Windows images for large-scale deployment and test the quality and performance of your system, its components, and the applications running on it. In this article, we shall discuss how to fix SCVMM setup Fails: Fix Missing Windows ADK Deployment Files. Please, see how to…

https://techdirectarchive.com/2026/03/09/scvmm-setup-fails-fix-missing-windows-adk-deployment-files/?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=jetpack_social