Ahmed Abdelwahed

System administrator with years (+10) of experience of designing and managing infrastructure solutions and Microsoft MCT since 2013. focusing on a variety of Microsoft technologies including MS Servers, Active Directory, Exchange Servers, MS Azure, Microsoft 365, System Center family and Business Continuity.

Exchange PowerShell (EMS) Daily Admin Tasks

The use of PowerShell in managing Exchange servers is important for several reasons: Automation: PowerShell scripts can automate repetitive tasks, saving time and increasing efficiency. Consistency: By using scripts, administrators can ensure that tasks are performed consistently and with the same settings each time. Scalability: PowerShell scripts can be used to perform the same task …

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Extend On-Premises Windows Server 2016 Active Directory to Azure VM Step by Step

Our objective in this laboratory session is to augment the existing On-Premise Active Directory infrastructure by creating an additional domain controller in Microsoft Azure. This will provide increased resiliency and disaster recovery capabilities for our Active Directory environment. By leveraging the power and scalability of Microsoft Azure, we can ensure that our Active Directory infrastructure …

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Install and Manage Windows Nano Server 2016 Step by Step

This comprehensive lab offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of creating and configuring both DNS and file servers on Windows Server 2016 Nano Server. Providing a thorough understanding of these essential network services, this lab covers all aspects of their creation and configuration process, empowering system administrators with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively …

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Install Active Directory on Windows Server 2016 Step by Step

This comprehensive yet user-friendly lab guides you through the process of creating and configuring an Active Directory Domain using Windows Server 2016. Designed to make the process as simple and straightforward as possible, this lab provides a step-by-step approach to setting up and managing an Active Directory environment, empowering system administrators with the knowledge and …

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Hyper-V Replication on Windows Server 2016 Step by Step

This comprehensive yet concise lab provides an introduction to the installation and configuration of Hyper-V 2016 Server and the deployment of Windows Server 2016 Core virtual machines. Detailed instructions are provided for the installation and configuration of Hyper-V Replica, allowing system administrators to efficiently replicate virtual machines from one Hyper-V server to another. Through this …

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Install and Configure Windows Server 2016 Core on Hyper-V 2016 Step by Step

This comprehensive yet straightforward lab provides a step-by-step guide to the installation and configuration of Hyper-V 2016 Server, as well as the deployment of Windows Server 2016 Core virtual machines. With a focus on practical application, this lab covers the installation of Hyper-V 2016 Server, the creation and configuration of virtual machines, and the management …

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Windows Server 2016 Storage Step by Step Complete Lab

This in-depth lab provides a comprehensive guide to the configuration and management of storage in Windows Server 2016. It covers a range of essential topics, including the implementation of Windows Server 2016 File Server Resource Manager (FSRM), Windows Server 2016 Data Deduplication, and ISCSI. System administrators will gain hands-on experience in deploying and managing these …

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Create and modify active directory Users, Groups and OUs using dsadd cmd

The attached batch file (.bat) provides an automated solution for creating Active Directory objects, including OUs, groups, and users. This highly efficient and convenient tool streamlines the process of creating and modifying user attributes, making it an ideal solution for system administrators managing a large number of users. The batch file includes detailed instructions and …

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Find and modify Active Directory bulk user, computer and group using PowerShell

This comprehensive lab leverages the power of PowerShell to streamline and simplify the management of Active Directory. Through a series of step-by-step instructions and hands-on exercises, you will learn how to effectively query all Active Directory users, computers, and groups, as well as query users in specific OUs and modify their attributes. This lab provides …

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