Networking and System Configuration Issues
After configuring NTP details in DLS, time is not synced because both the Chrony and systemd-timesyncd services being active. With both services running, systemd-timesyncd takes precedence over Chrony.
Next Steps
Option 1: Disable the systemd-timesyncd service.
Option 2: Configure the systemd-timesyncd service.
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If you’re experiencing difficulties connecting to an SQL Server, a simple test can help verify SQL connectivity. This approach works on any version of Windows later than Windows 2000 and can rule out environmental issues.
Next Steps
Create a
.udlfile:Right-click on the desktop or folder, select New > Text Document, and name it with a
.udlextension.Double-click the file to open the Data Link Properties dialog box.
In the Provider tab, ensure Microsoft OLE DB Provider for SQL Server is selected.
Switch to the Connection tab, enter your SQL Server credentials, and test the connection.
Additional Troubleshooting
Verify that TCP/IP protocol is enabled in the SQL Server Configuration Manager.
Ensure ports 1433 and 1434 are open.
Test basic network connectivity with a ping test.
Confirm that the ‘sa’ login is enabled on the SQL Server.
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Users face a security challenge during every login due to:
Logging in from new environments (e.g., virtual machines).
Unchecking the “Stay logged in” option.
Blocking third-party cookies in browser settings.
Multi-factor security set to “Every time I sign in.”
Next Steps
Change Multi-Factor Security Settings by setting it to “Only when needed to protect my account.”
Enable third-party cookies if blocked.
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