The "Missing Guide". Updated March 2018.

Windows Server 2016 Essentials is the latest version of Microsoft's server operating system designed for organizations with up to 25 employees. However, as with most modern applications it comes with only the most basic of instructions. Windows Server 2016 Essentials Installation Guide for Small Businesses is a succinct installation guide produced from a real world perspective and written according to the Goldilocks Principle - not too little information, not too much information, but just right. With over 190 illustrations and screenshots, practical examples and clear explanations, it takes you through setting up Essentials in a typical small business. Whether you are installing Essentials for the first time, are planning to do so or are just plain curious, you will find this proven guide of interest and help. And, with everything in one place, it is the superior alternative to spending many frustrating hours searching the internet for what is sometimes inaccurate or obsolete information.

1. HARDWARE AND INFRASTRUCTURE
1.1 File Server
1.2 Disk Drives and Storage Options
1.3 Internet Connection, Hub, Router
1.4 IP Considerations
2. INSTALLATION OF WINDOWS SERVER 2016 ESSENTIALS
3. WINDOWS SERVER ESSENTIALS USER INTERFACE
4. USERS AND FOLDERS
4.1 Setting up Storage Spaces
4.2 Creating User Accounts
4.3 Managing Users
4.4 Folder Redirection
4.5 Relocating the Built-in Server Folders
4.6 Creating Additional Folders
4.7 User Groups
5. CONNECTING COMPUTERS TO THE SERVER
5.1 Using the Windows Server Essentials Connector
5.2 Additional Considerations When Connecting Windows 8 Clients
5.3 Troubleshooting the Windows Server Essentials Connector
5.4 Disabling the Launchpad
5.5 Adding a Computer to the Domain without using the Connector
5.6 Connecting Computers with Home Editions of Windows
5.7 Connecting Macs
5.8 Connecting Linux Computers
5.9 Removing a Computer from the Network
6. BACKUPS AND RESTORES
6.1 Configuring Backups for the Server
6.2 Restoring Files to the Server
6.3 Backing up to a Network Drive
6.4 Configuring Backups for the Computers
6.5 Restoring Data to a Computer
6.6 Client Restore Service
7. PRINTING
7.1 Networked Printer
7.2 Shared Printer via Server
8. REMOTE ACCESS
8.1 Setting up Anywhere Access
8.2 Controlling Anywhere Access for Individual Users
8.3 Using Remote Web Access
8.4 Customizing the Logon Page
8.5 Using the VPN (Virtual Private Network)
8.6 Using Dropbox with Essentials
9. HOUSEKEEPING AND MONITORING THE HEALTH OF THE SYSTEM
9.1 Windows Defender
9.2 Third Party Antimalware/Antivirus Software
9.3 Checking the Dashboard
9.4 Generating a Report
9.5 Customizing the Health Report
9.6 Setting up a Scheduled Health Report
9.7 Optimizing the Hard Drives
9.8 Applying Windows Updates to the Server
9.9 Shutting Down & Restarting the Server
9.10 Task Manager and Resource Monitor
10. WORKING WITH MOBILE DEVICES
10.1 Accessing the File System with File Browser
10.2 Using Dropbox
10.3 My Server App for Windows Phone
10.4 Microsoft Remote Desktop app for iOS
10.5 Chromebooks
11. GROUP POLICY
11.1 Group Policy Management Console
11.2 Defining the Internet Home Page for All Users
11.3 Windows Logon Behaviour
11.4 Logon Warning/Security Message
12. OFFICE 365
12.1 Preparation
12.2 Installation
12.3 Creating a New User
12.4 Assigning an Existing Local Account
12.5 Removing and Blocking an Online Account
12.6 Checking Who Has an Online Account
12.7 Changes to Storage Page in Dashboard
12.8 Changes to Devices Page in Dashboard
13. MISCELLANEOUS & ADVANCED TOPICS
13.1 Windows Activation
13.2 Ease of Access
13.3 Server Manager
13.4 Accessing the Internet from the Server
13.5 Restore Missing Shortcut to Shared Folders
13.6 Drive Mappings via Login Script
13.7 Controlling Logon Times
13.8 Using Remote Desktop to Manage the Server