Backup Operators Cannot Administrate Server Manager Remotely (101722)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows NT Server 3.1
  • Microsoft Windows NT Workstation 3.1
This article was previously published under Q101722

SYMPTOMS

Your account is a member of the Backup Operators group, but not a member of the Administrators group. Machines list as normal when you start Server Manager. If you try to use Properties from the Computer menu, you get an "access denied" error message.

CAUSE

The Backup Operators group does not have sufficient privileges to perform remote administration.

RESOLUTION

To remotely administrate domain members, you need to be added to the Administrators group.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:10/29/2003
Keywords:kbnetwork KB101722
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