I'm trying to set up a shared folder using DFS Management on my Windows Server Core. I've created the folder on the C drive, and I can access it via File Explorer, but when I try to double-click it, I get errors related to permissions, and the DFS tab indicates it's inaccessible. Any guidance or a straightforward guide to resolve this issue would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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Avoid using the C drive for your share storage; it's generally not recommended due to potential complications with permissions and access.
Just to clarify a few things: Are you using DFS Namespaces and not DFS Replication? These are managed in the same console. When you mention 'the folder', are you referring to the default 'DFSRoots' folder created by DFS Namespaces? It usually has standard permissions unless changed.
You need to make sure that both share and NTFS permissions for the folder are set correctly. That's essential for accessing the folder without errors.
I recommend checking out a guide I used a couple of years back when I set up a 3-way DFS replication between Windows file servers. Make sure you're using a Domain Admin account for these changes, and it shouldn't be your regular account. Here are a couple of helpful links to consider: [Adam the Automator](https://adamtheautomator.com/dfs-replication/) and [Microsoft's DFS Overview](https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-server/storage/dfs-replication/dfs-replication-overview).
Just a heads up, DFS replication and DFS naming aren't the same thing, so make sure you're clear on which one you're implementing.