Master Microsoft Active Directory Part 3: 2nd Domain Controller, DFS Shares and DHCP Replication
Welcome to our channel! In this video, we will guide you through the process of building a powerful Windows Server home lab. Our main focus will be on adding a secondary domain controller, setting up DFS file share, and enabling DHCP replication.
Building a home lab is essential for IT enthusiasts, system administrators, and anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of Windows Server. By following along with us, you will gain hands-on experience and learn valuable skills that can be beneficial for both personal and professional growth.
In this particular episode, we will dive into the crucial steps of creating a secondary domain controller. Having a secondary domain controller provides redundancy, ensuring high availability and fault-tolerance for your network environment. We will walk you through the entire process, from server configuration to integrating it with your existing domain infrastructure.
Additionally, we will demonstrate the setup of a DFS (Distributed File System) file share. DFS enhances file accessibility and availability by allowing multiple servers to host the same file share, distributing the load and improving performance. We will guide you through the necessary configurations and best practices for seamless file sharing.
Furthermore, we will cover the topic of DHCP replication. DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) replication ensures that multiple DHCP servers in your environment can share lease information, ensuring uninterrupted network connectivity. We will showcase the step-by-step process of setting up DHCP replication, ensuring efficient IP address management and failover capabilities.
Join us as we delve into the intricacies of Windows Server home lab creation and explore the benefits of adding a secondary domain controller, implementing DFS file sharing, and enabling DHCP replication. Get ready to expand your knowledge and take your IT skills to the next level.
Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to our channel for more informative videos on Windows Server, networking, and IT-related topics. Stay tuned for upcoming videos where we will continue to unlock the potential of your home lab!
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Windows Server 2022 ISO – https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/download-windows-server-2022
VirtIO Driver ISO – https://fedorapeople.org/groups/virt/virtio-win/direct-downloads/stable-virtio/virtio-win.iso
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00:00 – Intro
01:26 – Creating the VM
03:53 – Windows Server Install
05:21 – Windows Server Configuration
09:00 – Adding Roles for AD DS, DNS, DHCP, DFS
12:28 – Promoting Domain Controller
16:18 – Configure DHCP
19:43 – DFS File Shares
37:20 – Outro
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