Windows XP Login Screen - Fast User Switching

The image above is the nice login screen you get with windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional edition with fast user switching enabled. Fast user switching is usually enabled by default on windows XP but if it is not it can be enabled again. 

When windows XP Professional computer is a member of a domain, fast user switching is disabled. 

Fast user switching cannot be enabled when the computer is a member of the domain. Windows XP Home cannot be a member of a domain, only workgroup. 

Outlook Web App didn't initialize - Exchange 2010

Outlook Web App didn't initialize.

If the problem continues, please contact your helpdesk.

Request URL: https://your-server-name.domain:443/owa/auth/error.aspx
User host address: ::1
OWA version: 14.1.355.2

As you will see from the posted images this Exchange 2010 server was no lab. It was a real situation.  It was not in a sterile lab with no real issues or customer waiting to use the money they spent on new technology and hardware. How it got to this unknown but the resolution to this problem took a little time and is solid. Outlook web app issues and many other desktop computer problems can be solved with software for online computer support. These software application permit access to the user's desktop for web based screen-sharing and remote control to help the user and solve problems quickly on the web. 
This Exchange 2010 server was purchased and setup for a migration from Exchange 2003 to Exchange 2010. It was not setup for demo or lab purposes. It was setup with intend and goal to be a real Exchange server for a migration from Exchange 2003 and getting put into production. But Outlook Web App was not working, and this customer is going to need it. Hope this post helps someone out, Cheers!

The error message in OWA occurred after the login. The OWA login page displayed okay but after the login, the following error occurred.

This is most like due to an improper security setting for the OWA virtual directory. NOT the file system OWA directory under the exchange program folder.

                   

The setting I have for OWA to work are:

From within Exchange 2010 management Console

From within IIS:

The above settings solved the error. This site had a valid cert. You don't need one for this problem to be solved but be aware that in IIs you'll have to uncheck the box that says require SSL cert.

Cert errors are totally unrelated to this. This is strictly an authentication issue within Exchange 2010 OWA and IIS 7.

You can also use the following shell commands to test connectivity. 

Exchange management shell:

Create new exchange 2010 test user account. Run the following from the scripts\ directory in the exchange program folders. Use the exchange command shell with elevated privileges to create the test account if you don't have one already.

new-TestCasConnectivityUser.ps1

then:

Test-OWAConnectivity

output display was the following: 

The test couldn't sign into Outlook Web App due to an authentication failure.

The error above was displayed as output prior to the fixes noted earlier in this post.

Another Outlook web app initialization resource that might be useful to you. Outlook Web App didn't initialize. Hope it helps. 

Access servers, desktop, networks switches and even firewalls remotely. 

 

If you experience users whose outlook repeatedly prompts when configured for Office 365 online exchange this article / post might be useful. 

RDP manager software plays a vital role in resolving issues related to the Outlook application. It provides professionals with a centralized platform to effectively manage and troubleshoot various aspects of the application. This software enables IT administrators to remotely connect to desktops or servers that are experiencing Outlook problems, allowing them to swiftly identify and resolve any underlying issues.

RDP manager software 

One of the key features of RDP manager software is session management, which enhances efficiency by enabling multiple users to simultaneously access and work on the same session without interrupting each other's progress. This functionality fosters seamless collaboration and teamwork, facilitating the collective addressing of Outlook problems. Moreover, the software offers additional features such as file sharing and collaboration tools, which further streamline communication between team members.

Overall, RDP manager software streamlines the troubleshooting process by providing a comprehensive set of tools and capabilities that ensure efficient resolution of application issues in a professional setting. It serves as a centralized platform for initiating a support experience for end-users, not limited to OWA or Outlook. Similar to RDCMan, this software allows the creation of a list of reusable RDP connections. However, unlike Microsoft's RDCMan, 4RemoteSupport's RDP manager software does not require installation and can be accessed from any computer or device, regardless of the operating system. For 4Remotesupport.com's online RDP manager, an internet connection and a modern browser is needed. The online list of RDP connections is centralized, managed, and accessed using a browser.  When the RDP file downloads, the default RDP / RDC client is started and makes the connection to the server or desktop. RDP client that supports the RDP format are recommended.  

Online RDP Manager

In addition, RDS servers enable a pseudo centralized RDP connection and desktop availability. They are commonly used to grant users access to a virtual application or desktop. Software designed to centralize RDP connections, such as the one offered by 4RemoteSupport.com, is specifically designed for single administrators or support teams. It presents a managed list of RDP connections, providing a convenient and efficient solution for managing and accessing these connections. Online RDP manager Live Demo

Online RDP manager software

In conclusion, 4RemoteSupport RDP manager software is an essential tool for professionals dealing with Outlook application issues. Its centralized platform, comprehensive features, and seamless collaboration capabilities make it an invaluable asset in efficiently resolving problems and ensuring a smooth workflow in a professional environment. Centralized RDP Connections accessible from the web with only a browser permits IT teams to engage in supporting their environments more efficiently. Since the list of RDP connections are available to all members (or even a single admin), connections can be made to servers or desktops without looking up a server or desktop name. The list of RDP connections managed online and centralized can contain a description field to keep a note on the purpose of the server or desktop.  Some servers and desktop give away their purpose or function depending on the naming convention used but for those who use a more flexible naming convention, the name may not give away the purpose, so the description field is quite useful.  The server can be used in the RDP connection name or the IP address.  

Manage RDP Connections

Furthermore, RDP manager software not only enhances productivity but also improves security measures. With its advanced encryption protocols and secure remote access capabilities, professionals can confidently access and manage Outlook application issues without compromising sensitive data. The software's robust authentication methods and user access controls ensure that only authorized individuals can connect to the system, minimizing the risk of unauthorized access or data breaches. By prioritizing efficiency, 4RemoteSupprt's online RDP manager becomes an indispensable tool for professionals seeking to optimize RDP access and their Outlook application management processes. RDP Connection manager Live Demo

XenApp Session Printer Registry Key Location

Citrix XenApp Session Printer Registry Location.

Corrupt drivers in Citrix xenapp can often lead to printers repeatedly being included into user session that should not be included. They are from past connection sessions and are "stuck" in the registry and part of the users profile.

As I have experienced, even when the driver is repaired, the printers still show up in the user session when they aught not to be.

The location where these printers are defined is the following:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\Print\Printers

If this key looks familiar to you it's because it's the location in the registry where local printers live. Session printers are local printers for the user who is logged into the server and has started the published application even if the printers are network printers.

MODx Ditto Create A Short Introtext - Shorter Intro Text Summary

After trying various ways to shorten the amout of text from the default to a smaller amount like 100 or so characters, I found a simple way to do it.

I tried using PHx, with the code syntax of +introtext:character_limit=`30`, but that didn't work. I got the php script to run of course but it did not shorten the summary/introtext. Very fustrating. Also tried the tuncing functions from Ditto and MODx but those didn't do the job either.

The solution was faily simple. In my case, and I hope in yours to so this post turns out to be helpful to you, the line of code that worked in the template was this:


[[+introtext:ellipsis=`120`:default=`[[+content:ellipsis=`120`]]`]]


What this line did was if there's introtext (summary) text for the document, then trim that down to 120 characters. The default of course was to use text out of the content if there was not intotext/summary for the document. The ellipsis part of the code is applied to both the +introtext and the +content. My document and many others have a summary (introtext) and I did not want to remove this. The line as I have it will trim both the intro text and the content, whichever is uswed for the particular document that's being used for the dynamic page.

Another possible method to truncate the summary introtext I found shortly after making this post was the following.

http://modxcms.com/forums/index.php?topic=24936.0

Shockwave Error #10

Resolve Shockwave error 10

There is little to no information on how to resolve Shockwave error 10. This error also includes a statement about files missing. (" Shockwave Error: 10. One or more Shockwave files are missing ") Un-installing and re-installing the IE plug-in doesn't help either. The method found to fix the problem was to copy files needed. In this case they were on the same computer. In your case, you may have to get them from another system. The files are located in two directories. The two directories are located in the windows system32 folder in shockwave directories under macromed (or macromedia) and adobe. One of these two directories are missing the files needed.

The first step is to run an uninstall of the shockwave player using control panel add/remove programs. for Vista and Windows 7, it's program and features. reboot if the uninstaller says to. Go to c:\windows\system32\adobe\shockwave and also open another explorer window and go to c:\windows\system32\macromed. Copy the files from the directory that has more files to the directory which has fewer. If there are not files in either, get them from another computer running the latest shockwave player add-on.

Once the files have been populated into the directory

Once the files have been populated into the directory or directories, go to a site or THE site which you have tried to use and discovered shockwave isn't working. Don't use adobe shockwave installation site to test. In the case that I experienced this problem, the shockwave site worked but the actual site I was trying to use didn't. the site that uses the shockwave plyer will detect the player is not installed and give you the prompt to install the component. follow the short procedure to install the plug-in. If the message window has an option to trust the publisher, then check the box to always trust the publisher. Refresh the page if needed or even close the current browser window and reload the page you're trying to view that has a shockwave component in it.
 
   

Web Based Remote Support Software

Supporting flash is fairly easy. Most often the user is prompted to install the software when they connect to a web site online that has flash content. For some web based plugin and software desktop add-ons remote support can be built into the solution for remote downloading and installation. If the web site script and software developer built into the web site's pages the proper software code to check if the remote user has the web based plug-in installed then the remote user gets prompted to install. This is one of the better developments in software detection and in particular web based software detection. The remote user is prompted to download and install the flash player web browser plugin add-on and more often than not the user chooses to install it. Once installed on the remote computer either by the automated download or by using web based remote support software, the plugin remotely accesses the server and checks for software updates periodically. Flash then prompts the user requesting confirmation before downloading and installing the update to the software browser plugin online. With the remote user's consent, the software is installed from the remote server and updated.