JSI Tip 8427. How do I enable the Security Center on a Windows XP SP2 domain member?

Windows XP SP2 domain members have the Security Center disabled by default.

To enable the Security Center on an individual domain member:

1. Start / Run / Gpedit.msc / OK.

2. Navigate through Local Computer Policy / Computer Configuration / Administrative Templates / Windows Components / Security Center.

3. Double-click Turn on Security Center (Domain PCs only).

4. Check Enabled.

5. Press Apply and OK.

6. Close Group Policy.

7. Open a CMD.EXE windows.

8. Type Gpupdate /force and press Enter.

To enable the Security Center using the Default Domain Policy:

1. Open the Default Domain Policy.

2. Navigate through Computer Configuration / Administrative Templates / Windows Components / Security Center.

3. Double-click Turn on Security Center (Domain PCs only).

4. Check Enabled.

5. Press Apply and OK.

6. Close Group Policy.