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HOW TO: Replace a single Domain Controller with new Hardware In some small environments, whereby there is only one Domain Controller, it sometimes becomes necessary to replace the existing Domain Controller with a newer, faster piece of hardware. There are several ways of doing this, but the easiest and most efficient is to build a second server, promote it to a second Domain Controller, transfer all roles and settings, and demote and remove the original Domain Controller. This article discusses how to do this. Read more...   HOW TO: Configure a Global Catalog Server The Global Catalog (GC) contains a searchable, partial representation of every object in every domain in a multi-domain Active Directory forest. GC servers are mainly used for forest-wise (global) searches and, in multi-domain forests, GCs resolve user principal name (UPN) logon names and determine group membership during logon. Recommended design practices dictate that there should be at least one Global Catalog server at each site, unless those sites have maximum availability connections or utilise universal group caching. By default, in a multi-domain forest, failure to access a GC (and check group membership) results in an unsuccessful logon. This article briefly discusses how to configure a Global Catalog Server using either the GUI, command line or script. Read more...   HOW TO: Configure your machine to accept multiple names This article describes how to configure a server to accept multiple NetBIOS names Read more...   HOW TO: Remotely change the SMS Client's 'Permission Required' Option This article explains how to disable the requirement for a user to grant access to a remote control session on an individual basis. That is, to enable the permission required policy, but disable it on select machines, e.g. servers. Read more...   HOW TO: Move a Domain Controller between sites When a DCs IP address changes, there are a number of actions that are required as well as some post-change considerations. This article discusses moving a DC from one site to another; but is also a guide for simply changing a DCs IP address. Read more...   INFO: When, and when not, to make the Infrastructure Master (FSMO role) a Global Catalog Server This article discusses and explains how to avoid the Infrastructure Master (IM) role holder and Global Catalog (GC) server role conflict, and gives a brief summary of both these roles. Read more...   HOW TO: Force Windows File Protection to look to the local hard drive for the SP installation files This article explains how to get Windows File Protection (WFP) to look for its source files on the local computer rather than removable media. This way, when Windows File Protection needs these files, it doesn't have to prompt the user for the original location. Read more...

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