Starting wds error 1297

wdswindows-server-2008

I am installing WDS as part of an MCITP course. standalone WDS acting as Domain controller and DHCP/DNS.

WDS is conigured but I cannot start the service, I am getting error 1297.

I have tried

  • Setting Log on as account to my Domain Administrator account/Another

  • Super User account Set my Remote Install folder for Everyone access

  • Checked IP and DNS were set up correct

  • WDS has been configured

I see from another thread I need to add assign the right through Domain Controller Security Policy? How do I do this? I cannot see the option in gpmc.msc

Best Answer

This occurs because the NETWORK SERVICE account is not granted the appropriate user rights.

Look into this article on MS, if the server is not a DC, use Method 1 or Method 2. If the server is a domain controller, use Method 3 or Method 4.

Don't get confused that article is about Terminal Services, instructions there apply to any service (any service that is configured to start by using the NETWORK SERVICE account may experience similar symptoms).

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