CSR Generation for Small Business Server 2011

A Certificate Signing Request (CSR) is a block of encoded text that is generated on the server where the certificate will be installed. It contains information that will be included in the certificate such as the organization name, common name (domain name), locality, and country. The CSR is then used to generate a signed digital certificate from a Certificate Authority (CA).

Small Business Server 2011 is a server operating system from Microsoft designed for small businesses. It includes features such as Windows Server Update Services, Windows SharePoint Services, and Windows Server Backup. It also includes a built-in firewall and other security features to help protect the server from malicious attacks.

Step-by-Step Guide to CSR Generation for Small Business Server 2011

Generating a CSR for Small Business Server 2011 is a simple process. Here are the steps to follow:

  1. Log in to the server as an administrator.
  2. Open the Internet Information Services (IIS) Manager.
  3. In the left pane, expand the server name and select the “Server Certificates” icon.
  4. In the right pane, click the “Create Certificate Request” link.
  5. Enter the required information in the “Distinguished Name Properties” window. This includes the organization name, common name (domain name), locality, and country.
  6. Select the “Microsoft RSA SChannel Cryptographic Provider” from the “Cryptographic Service Provider” drop-down menu.
  7. Enter the “Bit Length” of the key. The recommended bit length is 2048.
  8. Click the “Next” button.
  9. Enter a file name for the CSR and click the “Finish” button.
  10. The CSR will be saved to the specified file. Copy the contents of the file and submit it to the Certificate Authority (CA) to generate the signed digital certificate.

Security Recommendations for Small Business Server 2011

Small Business Server 2011 includes a built-in firewall and other security features to help protect the server from malicious attacks. However, there are some additional security measures that should be taken to ensure the server is secure.

  • Enable the Windows Firewall and configure it to block all incoming connections except those that are explicitly allowed.
  • Enable the Windows Update service and configure it to download and install updates automatically.
  • Enable the Windows Defender service and configure it to scan the server regularly for malware.
  • Install and configure an antivirus program to scan the server regularly for viruses and other malicious software.
  • Configure the server to use strong passwords and change them regularly.
  • Disable unnecessary services and protocols.
  • Install and configure an SSL certificate from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA) such as eSSL SSL Certificates.

By following these security recommendations, you can help ensure that your Small Business Server 2011 is secure and protected from malicious attacks.

Generating a CSR for Small Business Server 2011 is a simple process. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily generate a CSR and obtain a signed digital certificate from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA) such as eSSL SSL Certificates.

For more information on how to generate CSR for different server types, please visit eSSL SSL Certificates.