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How to Install an Agent /Probe on Window Server Core

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Mon Feb 24 10:55 GMT 2020

Installing an Agent or Probe on a Windows Core Server requires .Net 4.0 will need to be manually installed.
To do this, use the following steps as guide, however it is suggested that you consult a Windows Administrator in advance.
We also suggest that you confirm that Windows Core Server is up to date with the latest Service Packs and Patches prior to the Agent\Probe installation
To Install the Agent/Probe on a Windows Core Server:

Open a command prompt in the Administrator context.
- More about enabling features on Core operating systems:
- http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ee441263(v=ws.10).aspx
Turn on WoW64.
Turn on the.NET 2.0 layer.
Turn on .NET 2.0 layer for WoW64.
Download the .NET Framework from the following location:
- http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/confirmation.aspx?id=22833 Note: By default, no web browser is installed with Windows Core. Consider using FTP or a flash drive to import the necessary files.
Once the .NET Framework is installed, you may need to reboot the host server, then the agent/probe can then be deployed to the host server and operate normally.
Download Probe from agent/probe download under actions.
Push the installer into host server.
Install the agent/probe.