SharePoint - Register a new managed account
I was getting an error while I was trying to add a new managed account. An error occurred while getting information about the user username at server servername: The system detected a possible attempt to compromise security. Please ensure that you can contact the server that authenticated you. Solution: If you are trying to add a new managed account using a local account, you can perform this task via PowerShell. Right click on SharePoint 2010 Management Shell > Run as Administrator In the PowerShell window - type: $cred = Get-Credential You will be prompted to enter an account and password (here you can type in a local account) Back in the PowerShell window - type: New-SPManagedAccount -Credential $cred Even though the warning appears, the account is added.