You Have Been Prompted for the Name of a Server While Installing Message Queuing

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Applies To: Windows Server 2008

Describes a specific problem with installing Message Queuing. Includes a recommendation for fixing the problem.

This problem typically occurs when installing Message Queuing clients. During the installation of a Message Queuing client you are prompted for the name of a server.

Diagnosis

Message Queuing setup was unable to automatically locate a Windows Server 2008 R2 family domain controller in the local site or a nearby site.

Resolution

To resolve this problem, verify that there is network connectivity between the computer on which you are running Message Queuing Setup and a domain controller in the local site or a nearby site.

Verification

After verifying network connectivity between the computer on which you are running Message Queuing Setup and a domain controller in the local site or a nearby site, try installing Message Queuing features again.