2.3. Enable 8.3 Filename Support

Windows Server 2008 R2 or Windows 7 and Above

• From the console of the server, type the following command:
  > fsutil 8dot3name set 0
• Then:
  > fsutil 8dot3name query
• Confirm that the value is now set to '0'
• Next, continue to the 'Force 8.3 Filenames' section to force 8.3 filenames into the existing legacy files and folders

For Servers Prior to 2008 R2 and Workstations Prior to Windows 7

• From the console of the server, type the following command:
  > fsutil behavior set disable8dot3 0
• Then:
  > fsutil behavior query disable8dot3
• Confirm that the value is now set to '0'
• Reboot the server
  Important: For servers prior to 2008 R2 and workstations prior to Windows 7, a reboot is required.
• Once the server is rebooted, continue to the 'Force 8.3 Filenames' section