How to configure NLB for Windows Server
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How to install the Network Load Balancer
In the case where the Network Load Balancer is not pre-installed by the system :
1. Open Server Manager . In the Windows Start Menu select Start > Programs > Administrative Tools > Server Manager
2. Click on Features in the left-hand tree.Click Add Features to initiate the Add Features Wizard .
3. Select the Network Load Balancing checkbox.Click Next.
4. Proceed with the installation until you see the final screen.
5. Click on Finish.
The installation is complete.
Note :The Network Load Balancer should be installed-activated on all DLS Nodes.
NLB configuration
In order to configure the Network Load Balancer, proceed with the following steps :
1. On one of the node machines, call Start > Administrative Tools > Network Load Balancer Manager. Thereby, the service is activated on all node machines, which is necessary for cluster operation.
2. A tripartite configuration screen opens. To build a new cluster, go to Cluster > New in the menu or use the right-hand mouse key to call the context menu and select New Cluster.
NOTE: All members of the NLB cluster must be running on the same ESXi / ESX host.
