Deploying an RODC

The process for deploying an RODC is similar to the process of deploying a regular DC. In both scenarios, the DC promotion wizard (or corresponding PowerShell commandlet) is used to initiate the process. To configure a server as an RODC, follow these steps:

1. Install the AD DS Role from Server Manager or from PowerShell (Add-WindowsFeature –name ad-domain-services –IncludeManagementTools).

2. Start the Active Directory Domain Services Configuration Wizard when prompted (or manually by clicking Notifications - Promote This Server to a DC.)

3. From the wizard welcome screen, select Add a DC to an existing domain, and type the domain into the Domain dialog box.

4. Enter credentials of a domain administrator after clicking the ...

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