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active directory MMC snap in
I'm using windows 7 and trying to open active directory on my pc. When it opens I get a error with MMC could not create the snap in. I have tried to run it as a admin, same error. I tried to right click and run as different user but that option does not appear? I have held down shift and right clicked to try and get the run as different user and it still does not appear. I'm new to active directory and have only used it a few times before. This is the first time I've had this error and can't use the program.
Just double checking... but have you already installed the RSAT tools on your Windows 7 computer? They are available for download from Microsoft...
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Yes, I have RSAT tools installed.
After install, did you go to "Control Panel", "Programs and Features", and on the left - "Turn Windows Feature On or Off" -- and make certain you've turned on the RSAT features you want to use...
i know older versions of the .NET framework don't play well with the MMC snap-in, what version of the framework do you have? I would try downloading anything over version 3
here's some more info on downloading / re-installing the .NET frameworks for reference
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I have Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5.1 Monty. Yes Rich I have turned on the features I want to use.
try re-installing it
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I just re-installed and still nothing. Actually now when I try to open AD it says this action is only valid on products that are currently installed.
so you're getting a different message now? can you provide the exact message or a screen shot of it?
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The exact message is ...Problem with shortcut..This action is only valid for products that are currently installed.
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Thank you Monty!
you're very welcome, glad you got it working!
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