The network location profile changes from "Domain" to "Public" in Windows Server 2012
My issue is that on a Server 2012 box, which is also my domain controller, my network location keeps changing from "Domain" to "Public". This changes firewall rules and starts blocking things. I found this article https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/kb/2524478 but that isn't applicable to 2012. I tried it anyway, but it gives an error.
Any fixes for this issue in 2012 yet?
Any fixes for this issue in 2012 yet?
Cliff Galiher
This is not a documented issue in 2012, so I don't think you'll find a "fix." I would ensure your hardware is certified for 2012 and that you don't have failing components. NIC drivers/hardware would be the obvious starting point. Also ensure that any unused NICs are disabled. If they happen to detect an unknown network, the NLA service is secure by design which means the OS is locked to the least secure network. That is normal expected behavior. This has caused confusion for some in the past when it comes to multi-homed machines or inadvertent wireless adapters left active.
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