How long can a Windows computer name be?
Is there a limit to the number of allowed characters for Windows computer names? If so, what is the limit?
Solution 1:
According to MS KB, maximum length varies based on the name resolution protocol.
NetBIOS computer names:
Minimum name length
1 character.
Maximum name length
15 characters.
DNS computer names:
Minimum name length
2 characters.
Maximum name length
63 characters.