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by cnunez

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>Hi,
>I am trying to install exchange 5.5 on a stand alone winnt test server.
>I
>get an error message that states:
>"a connection could not be made to the remote directory services,
>possibly
>due to network failure. Be sure that both that both directory services
>are
>running and that your network is available, and then try connectiong
>again.
>Keep in mind that I am installing on a test pc, not on a network. Also,
>I
>have tried to manually start those services whichare set to automatic.
>I
>have not been successful. What would you recommend? I thank you in
>advance.
>cirilo nunez

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by yorkster

Is the server your installing exchange on a domain controller. If not you need to make it one, this will only be true in a stand alone system. If your on a domain exchange can be installed as a member server.hope this helps

by azizhakim

Although it is a Test Exchange server,to install Exchange on a member/Stanalone server
one criteria has to be fulfilled.Your server has to participate in a domain.It must be authenticated with dc,unless it is on dc/bdc.you are aware about admin priveledges to install.I am just about ready to take my ex 5.5 test.I do not think you will be able to start installation,unless authenticated.How did you manage that.Hope this helps

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