The roles and features cannot be installed on Windows Server 8 beta

Symptom

When I try to install a role or feature on Windows Server 8 beta, I get the following error:

The client cannot connect to the destination specified in the request. Verify that the service on the destination is running...

Cause

The service, Windows Remote Management (WS-Management), doesn't start.

Resolution

1. Make sure the service is running before installing role or feature.

2. Change the "Startup Type" to "Automatic".

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