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How to Resolve Failed to Switch Terminal Server to Install Mode Error?
I’m encountering an error that says ‘Failed to switch terminal server to install mode’ when I try to install applications on our terminal server. This is preventing me from completing the installation. Has anyone experienced this issue before? What can I do to fix it and successfully switch the terminal server to install mode?
I’m encountering an error that says ‘Failed to switch terminal server to install mode’ when I try to install applications on our terminal server. This is preventing me from completing the installation. Has anyone experienced this issue before? What can I do to fix it and successfully switch the terminal server to install mode? Read More
Moving from AD to Entra – FSLogix folder name SID change
Hi All,
We’ve been using FSLogix on AD joined AVD session hosts without any issues, but are now creating a new AVD environment with Entra joined session hosts.
The last stumbling block I have is the FSLogix profiles. When a test user, or any user, logs on to one of the new Entra joined AVD session hosts, a new FSLogix profile is created instead of using their existing profile. The profile path is the same on the working AD joined session hosts and the new Entra joined session hosts. When the user logs in, it creates a new profile using %EntraSID_%Username%, instead of using the existing profile for that user located in %ADSID%_%Username%. That makes perfect sense as the SIDs are different but I’m hoping someone here can give me a pointer on how to get the existing profiles used instead of creating new ones.
Thanks
Hi All,We’ve been using FSLogix on AD joined AVD session hosts without any issues, but are now creating a new AVD environment with Entra joined session hosts. The last stumbling block I have is the FSLogix profiles. When a test user, or any user, logs on to one of the new Entra joined AVD session hosts, a new FSLogix profile is created instead of using their existing profile. The profile path is the same on the working AD joined session hosts and the new Entra joined session hosts. When the user logs in, it creates a new profile using %EntraSID_%Username%, instead of using the existing profile for that user located in %ADSID%_%Username%. That makes perfect sense as the SIDs are different but I’m hoping someone here can give me a pointer on how to get the existing profiles used instead of creating new ones. Thanks Read More
How to Fix Sage 50 Not Responding on Windows 10
I’m having an issue with Sage 50 on my Windows 10 computer. The software frequently becomes unresponsive, and I’m unable to use it properly. I’ve tried restarting the program and my computer, but the problem keeps happening. Has anyone else faced this issue? What steps can I take to fix Sage 50 not responding on Windows 10?
I’m having an issue with Sage 50 on my Windows 10 computer. The software frequently becomes unresponsive, and I’m unable to use it properly. I’ve tried restarting the program and my computer, but the problem keeps happening. Has anyone else faced this issue? What steps can I take to fix Sage 50 not responding on Windows 10? Read More
What to Do When Sage 50 Won’t Open After an Update
I recently updated Sage 50, but now I’m unable to open the software. Every time I try, it just won’t launch. I’ve restarted my computer, but that didn’t resolve the issue. Has anyone else encountered this problem after updating Sage 50? What steps can I take to fix this and successfully open Sage 50 again?
I recently updated Sage 50, but now I’m unable to open the software. Every time I try, it just won’t launch. I’ve restarted my computer, but that didn’t resolve the issue. Has anyone else encountered this problem after updating Sage 50? What steps can I take to fix this and successfully open Sage 50 again? Read More
How to Resolve Sage 50 Could Not Be Started After Windows Update?
I’m facing an issue where Sage 50 could not be started. This problem occurred either after a Windows update or a recent Sage 50 update. I’ve tried restarting my computer, but that hasn’t resolved the issue. Has anyone else encountered this problem? Any suggestions on how to fix Sage 50 not starting up after a Windows update or software update?
I’m facing an issue where Sage 50 could not be started. This problem occurred either after a Windows update or a recent Sage 50 update. I’ve tried restarting my computer, but that hasn’t resolved the issue. Has anyone else encountered this problem? Any suggestions on how to fix Sage 50 not starting up after a Windows update or software update? Read More
Copilot chat “Styles” missing
Howdy folks,
I recently started noticing that the chat Styles of Copilot has disappeared. I’m just a regular logged in user when I use Copilot; Has this feature been moved to Paid only?
Howdy folks, I recently started noticing that the chat Styles of Copilot has disappeared. I’m just a regular logged in user when I use Copilot; Has this feature been moved to Paid only? Read More
What’s new: Run playbooks on incidents on-demand going GA in unified platform
Automation is a key facilitator for a SOC’s ability to save time and let the team focus on what matters most. We are happy to announce that the ability to run a playbook on incidents on demand is now hitting GA!
Run playbooks as part of incident investigation and response
Automation rules are incredibly useful for addressing tasks after an incident has been created. This can include identifying and closing false positives to reduce the noise of an incident queue, enriching an incident with threat intelligence, orchestrating the response to an incident across teams or taking quick action to mitigate a compromise such as a force reset of a password or isolating an endpoint from a network.
However, in many cases, teams prefer some tasks to be governed by human decision-making. For example, while investigating an incident, analysts may work with a list of remediation tasks. They might gather supporting information and correlate between multiple insights, leading them to take various actions at their discretion. Also, some SOCs would prefer their analysts to perform actions when needed, even if they can be fully automated, to ensure the right actions are taken every time.
Now, playbooks can become a tool that can also be used for manual decision making for Microsoft Sentinel customers in both the Azure and Defender portals. With the ability to create a playbook that encapsulates the steps to respond to an incident, but only apply it on demand, there is a new flexibility for managing when action is taken. These playbooks can be stored in a dedicated resource group which your analysts have access to (or you can give them access to individual playbooks independently). While working on incidents, analysts can choose at any point to open the playbook side panel and launch a playbook from their list.
With this new ability, SOCs can better manage response, create more workflows for their team to ensure all the right actions are taken, and have more power to make a decision based on the context of an incident.
Now, the unified SOC operations platform can leverage the hundreds of playbook templates available within the content hub gallery, so you can start deriving value from automation as quickly as possible:
For more information on how to create a playbook from a playbook template, please visit the following link: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/sentinel/automation/use-playbook-templates
If more specific logic is needed, you can create a playbook from scratch using our automation tab: Create -> Playbook with incident trigger:
For detailed instructions on creating an incident from scratch, please visit the following link: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/sentinel/automation/create-playbooks?tabs=defender-portal%2Cconsumption#create-a-playbook
After creating the desired playbook, navigate to the Incidents page and select an incident. From the incident details pane that appears on the side, choose “Run Playbook.”
You’ll see a list of all available playbooks; select the one you want to trigger.
For detailed instructions on triggering a playbook on demand, please visit the following link:
Automate and run Microsoft Sentinel playbooks | Microsoft Learn
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cannot open links in Outlook emails
When I click on a Hyperlink in Outlook email messages, they no longer open up; I have to right click in order to open the links. How do I restore the ability to click on and open a link in Outlook email messages? I tried to follow suggestions, for example, making sure Edge is my default browser, but nothing works. This just “happened.” Help is appreciated.
When I click on a Hyperlink in Outlook email messages, they no longer open up; I have to right click in order to open the links. How do I restore the ability to click on and open a link in Outlook email messages? I tried to follow suggestions, for example, making sure Edge is my default browser, but nothing works. This just “happened.” Help is appreciated. Read More
How to create macOS High Sierra Bootable USB for Reinstall?
I was gifted a MacBook Pro with no OS on it. I did some research and found out High Sierra is the perfect fit. My question is how to create a macOS High Sierra bootable USB on my Windows 11 PC. The official provided by Apple does not work PC.
P.S. I also tried to do this on a Apple Silicon M2 MacBook Air but the creatinstallmedia command failed to work.
Please kindly suggest a working way to make a High Sierra bootable USB on Windows 11 or Mac.
Thanks
I was gifted a MacBook Pro with no OS on it. I did some research and found out High Sierra is the perfect fit. My question is how to create a macOS High Sierra bootable USB on my Windows 11 PC. The official provided by Apple does not work PC. P.S. I also tried to do this on a Apple Silicon M2 MacBook Air but the creatinstallmedia command failed to work. Please kindly suggest a working way to make a High Sierra bootable USB on Windows 11 or Mac. Thanks Read More
miksi pivot taulukon lajittelu ei toimi summa sarakkeessa/why does the pivot table sort not work on
miksi pivot taulukon lajittelu ei toimi summa sarakkeessa. Joskus harvoin toimii. Yleensä ei
miksi pivot taulukon lajittelu ei toimi summa sarakkeessa
Sometimes rarely works. Usually not
miksi pivot taulukon lajittelu ei toimi summa sarakkeessa. Joskus harvoin toimii. Yleensä ei miksi pivot taulukon lajittelu ei toimi summa sarakkeessa Sometimes rarely works. Usually not Read More
Group Level Permissions
Hello,
I have a question regarding item level permission and already existing groups in SharePoint. The situation is like described below. I have 4 users ex. Tom, Marry, John, Jack. Earlier I created to groups A(Tom, Marry) and B(John, Jack), those 2 groups uses 1 list, and I what I want is to allow Merry to have permission to Items created by Tom, but she couldn’t see items created by group B (John, Jack). Is it possible to achieve this scenario?
Thanks!
Hello,I have a question regarding item level permission and already existing groups in SharePoint. The situation is like described below. I have 4 users ex. Tom, Marry, John, Jack. Earlier I created to groups A(Tom, Marry) and B(John, Jack), those 2 groups uses 1 list, and I what I want is to allow Merry to have permission to Items created by Tom, but she couldn’t see items created by group B (John, Jack). Is it possible to achieve this scenario?Thanks! Read More
General Availability Announcement: Azure VM Regional to Zonal Move
Today, we announce the general availability of the capability to convert regional VMs to a zonal configuration within the same region. This feature will enable you to achieve better application resiliency and availability by helping you move your application to a zonal configuration. This announcement continues our momentum to reinforce the Azure wide zonal strategy and is in succession to the Preview Announcement of the feature we made a few months back.
Key enhancements
We are now offering the following enhancements with this release:
Built-In validation for SKU and capacity
During the validation phase, the availability of the desired SKU in the target zone is checked. Alternate SKU recommendations are provided in case of unavailability of the selected SKU in target zone.
Enhanced scale support
Based on the key feedback from Preview customers, we now support move for 250+ VMs within a single operation using Azure CLI, Azure PowerShell, and Azure SDKs.
Azure Government and Sovereign Cloud regions support
The VM Regional to Zonal Move capability will be available in all Availability Zone supported Azure public regions, Azure China (China North 3) and Azure Govt (US Gov Virginia) regions. Please check our documentation for the latest list of supported regions.
Future enhancements
Additional key enhancements that we plan to launch in the near future:
Moving regional VMs under an Availability set to VMSS Flex with zonal configuration
Moving VM from one zone to another zone
Resources to get started
Learn more about the VM Regional to Zonal Move:
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Deploy a Phi-3 model in Azure AI, and consume it with C# and Semantic Kernel
Hi friends!
Let’s keep writing about Phi-3, and today’s post is a demo about how to deploy Phi-3 model to Azure AI, and consuming it using C# and Semantic Kernel. This guide will walk you through the process, covering chat completion text scenarios and vision scenarios.
Why Phi-3 and Semantic Kernel?
Phi-3 is a state-of-the-art model that brings advanced AI capabilities to your projects, enhancing both text and vision scenarios. Coupled with the Semantic Kernel, an orchestrator that handles authentication and interactions with the cloud, you have a robust setup for deploying and using AI models efficiently.
Bonus: Semantic Kernel allows literally zero code changes to move from a local Phi-3 deployment to a cloud Phi-3 deployment for your applications.
Step 1: Deploy Phi-3 on Azure AI
First things first, let’s get Phi-3 up and running on Azure AI. Follow these steps:
Create an Azure AI Hub: Head over to the Azure AI Studio and create a new Azure AI Hub.
Deploy the Phi-3 model: In the deployments, deploy a new base model, and select a Phi-3 model.
Serverless API: select the server API option.
Content Filter (Optional): Enable Content Filter if you want to use this model with a CF.
Endpoint Data: After a short time the model will be deployed. In the Endpoint / API Routes section, copy the Chat Completion Name, and the Endpoint. Also copy the Key.
Step 2: Let’s code!
With Phi-3 deployed, we can write C# code. Below there are 2 samples on how to use the Azure model for text and vision scenarios. In both scenarios the Azure Model details are stored using User Secrets. In example, you need to setup your projects secrets with the following commands:
dotnet user-secrets init
dotnet user-secrets set “AZURE_AI_PHI3_MODEL” “phi3-mini-4k”
dotnet user-secrets set “AZURE_AI_PHI3_ENDPOINT” “< endpoint >”
dotnet user-secrets set “AZURE_AI_PHI3_APIKEY” “< api key > “
Chat Completion Text Scenario
Here’s a simple example of how to use Phi-3 for generating chat responses.
#pragma warning disable SKEXP0010
using Microsoft.Extensions.Configuration;
using Microsoft.SemanticKernel;
using Microsoft.SemanticKernel.ChatCompletion;
var config = new ConfigurationBuilder().AddUserSecrets<Program>().Build();
var modelId = config[“AZURE_AI_PHI3_MODEL”];
var endPoint = config[“AZURE_AI_PHI3_ENDPOINT”];
var apiKey = config[“AZURE_AI_PHI3_APIKEY”];
// create kernel
var builder = Kernel.CreateBuilder();
builder.AddOpenAIChatCompletion(modelId, new Uri(endPoint), apiKey);
var kernel = builder.Build();
// create chat
var chat = kernel.GetRequiredService<IChatCompletionService>();
var history = new ChatHistory();
// run chat
while (true)
{
Console.Write(“Q: “);
var userQ = Console.ReadLine();
if (string.IsNullOrEmpty(userQ))
{
break;
}
history.AddUserMessage(userQ);
Console.Write($”Phi3: “);
var response = “”;
var result = chat.GetStreamingChatMessageContentsAsync(history);
await foreach (var message in result)
{
Console.Write(message.Content);
response += message.Content;
}
history.AddAssistantMessage(response);
Console.WriteLine(“”);
}
Vision Scenario
For vision scenarios, Phi-3 can analyze images and provide insights. Here’s an example of how to achieve this.
#pragma warning disable SKEXP0010
using Microsoft.Extensions.Configuration;
using Microsoft.SemanticKernel;
using Microsoft.SemanticKernel.ChatCompletion;
var config = new ConfigurationBuilder().AddUserSecrets<Program>().Build();
var modelId = config[“AZURE_AI_PHI3V_MODEL”];
var endPoint = config[“AZURE_AI_PHI3V_ENDPOINT”];
var apiKey = config[“AZURE_AI_PHI3V_APIKEY”];
// create kernel
var builder = Kernel.CreateBuilder();
builder.AddOpenAIChatCompletion(modelId, new Uri(endPoint), apiKey);
var kernel = builder.Build();
// create chat
var chat = kernel.GetRequiredService<IChatCompletionService>();
var history = new ChatHistory();
var petsMusicImagePath = Path.Combine(Directory.GetCurrentDirectory(), “imgs”, “petsmusic.png”);
// get the mime type from the image
var mimeType = “image/png”;
// create chat collection items
var collectionItems = new ChatMessageContentItemCollection
{
new TextContent(“What’s in the image?”),
new ImageContent(File.ReadAllBytes(petsMusicImagePath), mimeType)
};
history.AddUserMessage(collectionItems);
Console.Write($”Phi3: “);
var result = await chat.GetChatMessageContentsAsync(history);
Console.WriteLine(result[^1].Content);
Console.WriteLine(“”);
Recording
The following 5 minute video shows the full process and running demos:
Wrapping Up
Deploying and using Phi-3 on Azure AI with C# and Semantic Kernel opens up a world of possibilities in a simple way. Whether you’re working on chatbots, vision applications, or any other AI-powered solution, this setup provides a scalable and efficient way to harness the power of Phi-3.
For more detailed instructions and examples, check out the Phi-3 Cookbook.
Happy coding!
Bruno Capuano
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How to display contacts as “List” in the new Outlook?
Hello,
In the classic version of Outlook, I used to display my contacts as “List” (clicking on “View” in the toolbar and then “Change view” and then “List”. It was very convenient for me.
Now, in the “New Outlook”, when I click on “View” there is only “People settings” with one option: choosing between displaying by first name or last name.
I really don’t like the way contacts are displayed by default in the new Outlook and I really need to find a way to display them as a list like in the classic version.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Hello,In the classic version of Outlook, I used to display my contacts as “List” (clicking on “View” in the toolbar and then “Change view” and then “List”. It was very convenient for me.Now, in the “New Outlook”, when I click on “View” there is only “People settings” with one option: choosing between displaying by first name or last name.I really don’t like the way contacts are displayed by default in the new Outlook and I really need to find a way to display them as a list like in the classic version.Thank you in advance for your help. Read More
Simple Gantt duratiuon issue
Hi team
We are upgrading our IT and setting up a Gantt to report to the business. Seems simple, using the free Gantt in BI.
Set up a sheet with some dummy data. Piece of cake, right?!
Everything though, is coming up as 1 day duration. it does not matter if I use the end date or duration.
The line I have indicated is is 46 days in duration however, it only shows as 1 day. I can see the data field is set to “count” so I guess that is right as there is 1 thing to count but how do I get it to display the days required.
Or how to I get the end date to work? Getting the same issue there to but it is lfirst or last date, or count. Again, doesnt work.
Hoping for someone can assist
cheers
Hi team We are upgrading our IT and setting up a Gantt to report to the business. Seems simple, using the free Gantt in BI.Set up a sheet with some dummy data. Piece of cake, right?! Everything though, is coming up as 1 day duration. it does not matter if I use the end date or duration. The line I have indicated is is 46 days in duration however, it only shows as 1 day. I can see the data field is set to “count” so I guess that is right as there is 1 thing to count but how do I get it to display the days required.Or how to I get the end date to work? Getting the same issue there to but it is lfirst or last date, or count. Again, doesnt work. Hoping for someone can assist cheers Read More
List of Contact groups in Outlook 2019
Hello, is there a way to view a list of contact groups in Outlook 2019? I can’t find it anywhere. Thanks for advice. Josef
Hello, is there a way to view a list of contact groups in Outlook 2019? I can’t find it anywhere. Thanks for advice. Josef Read More
Adding physical address of customer on calendar booking
Hi
I am trying to set up bookings for my area and we need the street address to be easily visible to the staff. Is there any way to get the address to show on the booking on the calendar? Currently on shows name and booking type.
Thanks
Vanessa
HiI am trying to set up bookings for my area and we need the street address to be easily visible to the staff. Is there any way to get the address to show on the booking on the calendar? Currently on shows name and booking type. ThanksVanessa Read More
Looking to expand India and Canada partnerships to Middle east
Hi.
I’m new to partnerships and want to expand our partnership in CSP to the Middle East. We currently have ongoing partnerships with India and Canada. I would like to know what is the next step and looking forward to your support.
Thanks in Advance!
Regards,
Sneha Jubin
Hi.I’m new to partnerships and want to expand our partnership in CSP to the Middle East. We currently have ongoing partnerships with India and Canada. I would like to know what is the next step and looking forward to your support.Thanks in Advance! Regards,Sneha Jubin Read More
How to display contact as “List” in the new Outlook?
Hello,
In the classic version of Outlook, I used to display my contacts as “List” (clicking on “View” in the toolbar and then “Change view” and then “List”. It was very convenient for me.
Now, in the “New Outlook”, when I click on “View” there is only “People settings” with one option: choosing between displaying by first name or last name.
I really don’t like the way contacts are displayed by default in the new Outlook and I really need to find a way to display them as a list like in the classic version.
Thank you in advance for your help.
Hello,In the classic version of Outlook, I used to display my contacts as “List” (clicking on “View” in the toolbar and then “Change view” and then “List”. It was very convenient for me.Now, in the “New Outlook”, when I click on “View” there is only “People settings” with one option: choosing between displaying by first name or last name.I really don’t like the way contacts are displayed by default in the new Outlook and I really need to find a way to display them as a list like in the classic version.Thank you in advance for your help. Read More
Failed to leave release preview channel
I made a mistake by joining the Windows Release Preview channel, and now I’m facing issues. Following Microsoft’s guidelines, I attempted to leave the channel, but the process didn’t go as planned. The system started downloading and installing a “Windows 11 23h2 (repair version)” update, which took approximately an hour and a half to complete.
However, during the restart process, my laptop screen remained blank (due to the cracked LCD) and I couldn’t see what was happening. After waiting for a few minutes, I decided to power down the system and restart it. This brought me back to Windows, but it took around a minute for the boot screen to appear. Unfortunately, the Windows update failed with error code 0xC1900101. I’ve since tried updating my BIOS and drivers, but the issue persists.
I made a mistake by joining the Windows Release Preview channel, and now I’m facing issues. Following Microsoft’s guidelines, I attempted to leave the channel, but the process didn’t go as planned. The system started downloading and installing a “Windows 11 23h2 (repair version)” update, which took approximately an hour and a half to complete. However, during the restart process, my laptop screen remained blank (due to the cracked LCD) and I couldn’t see what was happening. After waiting for a few minutes, I decided to power down the system and restart it. This brought me back to Windows, but it took around a minute for the boot screen to appear. Unfortunately, the Windows update failed with error code 0xC1900101. I’ve since tried updating my BIOS and drivers, but the issue persists. Read More