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
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Option 1: Disable the systemd-timesyncd service.
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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
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Create a
.udlfile:-
Right-click on the desktop or folder, select New > Text Document, and name it with a
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Double-click the file to open the Data Link Properties dialog box.
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In the Provider tab, ensure Microsoft OLE DB Provider for SQL Server is selected.
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Switch to the Connection tab, enter your SQL Server credentials, and test the connection.
Additional Troubleshooting
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Verify that TCP/IP protocol is enabled in the SQL Server Configuration Manager.
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Ensure ports 1433 and 1434 are open.
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Test basic network connectivity with a ping test.
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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
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Change Multi-Factor Security Settings by setting it to “Only when needed to protect my account.”
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Enable third-party cookies if blocked.
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