How to use Backup Exec with Edge browser in IE mode (Without IE11).

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Description

Error Message

 

Cause

IE 11 may be disabled on Windows servers after June 15, 2022

Resolution

Configure Edge in IE mode using the following steps -

Step 1 - Download and install Edge browser if not already installed.

Step 2 - Download Microsoft Edge policy from MS site - https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/edge/business/download

Step 3 – Import downloaded Microsoft ADM templates –

i) Open Group Policy Editor

ii) Right click on Administrative Templates and click Add/Remove Templates…





 

Step 4 - Enable Internet Explorer integration using Group Policy -

i) Download and use the latest Microsoft Edge Policy Template.

ii) Open Group Policy Editor.

iii) Click User Configuration/Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Microsoft Edge.

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Click User Configuration/Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Classic Administrative Templates (ADM) >Microsoft Edge.

iv) Double-click Configure Internet Explorer integration.

v) Select Enabled.

vi) Under Options, set the dropdown value to Internet Explorer mode

Issue/Introduction

As per Microsoft announcement, Internet Explorer (IE) 11 desktop application will end support for certain operating systems starting June 15, 2022. It is necessary to install and configure Edge browser in IE mode to continue using Backup Exec without IE11. More details in - Lifecycle FAQ - Internet Explorer and Microsoft Edge