Syntax pattern from Microsoft Learn; replace placeholders and choose only one documented alternative before use.
set root=<rootserver>nslookup set root command
Changes the name of the root server used for queries. This guide lists the documented syntax and parameters for nslookup set root; check Microsoft Learn for version, role and execution-context requirements.
Documented syntax
set root=<rootserver>The linked Microsoft Learn article is the upstream authority. Availability may depend on Windows release, role, optional feature or interactive tool context.
Syntax pattern
Parameters, options and clauses
| Option / clause | Description |
|---|---|
<rootserver> | Set the root server used for queries. |
/? | Display command help or the supported command-line usage. |
/help | Display command help or the supported command-line usage. |
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