Extending the Active Directory Schema

The Active Directory schema should be extended to support dynamic client assignment during Configuration Manager agent deployment and to assist clients with the location of Configuration Manager server infrastructure. When the Active Directory schema is extended, clients can use the values provided through Active Directory to locate regional Site Servers and Distribution Points for package and content delivery.

Note

The Active Directory schema extensions for SCCM 2012 are identical to the Active Directory schema extensions for SCCM 2007. If the schema was already extended for SCCM 2007, the schema does not need to be extended again for SCCM 2012.

Caution

Take the appropriate safety measures when extending ...

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