PPM Tricks

How to move web front end server in SharePoint When i install a new SharePoint farm i often make the mistake to run the configuration wizard on the application server first. this results in the Central Administration and all web applications to be hosted on the application server instead of the web front end server. follow this guide to solve the issue. The solution consists of 4 steps. 1. Unprovision the Central Admin from the application server 2. Provision the Central Admin to the web front end server 3. Update alternative access mappings And in more detail: 1. Unprovision the Central Admin from the application server Log in to application server and start the SharePoint Configuration wizard. Click Next/Yes and make sure you do not desconnect from the farm.    Click Yes to remove the Central Admin and web sites from the machine. If you do not see the above screen click "Advance Settings" on the summary page.   Run the wizard. 2. Provision ...