Windows Server 2003 R2 comes with the newest version of the Microsoft Management Console (MMC Version 3.0). However, in order to use this functionality you will have to unlock it in the system registry.
- Run your registry editor (regedit.exe from the run prompt)
- Navigate to HKLM\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\MMC
- From the Edit menu, select New > Key
- Enter the name as “UseNewUI” and select “OK”
- Exit regedit.exe
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Chris Sanders is the network administrator for one of the largest public school systems in the state of Kentucky. Chris’s specialties include general network administration, windows server 2003, wireless networking, and security. You can view Chris’ personal website at www.chrissanders.org.
