5- Windows Server 2022 Adding Additional Domain Controller To Existing Domain Or Forest -

Once the installation finishes, you’ll see a yellow warning flag in Server Manager. Click it and select .

A DC is a lighthouse; it can't move. Assign a static IP and set the Preferred DNS to the IP of your existing DC. Once the installation finishes, you’ll see a yellow

Now that the new server is a DC, change its Preferred DNS to 127.0.0.1 (itself) and set the Alternate DNS to your first DC. Pro-Tip: The "Forgotten Step" Assign a static IP and set the Preferred

Stick to the defaults for Database, Log files, and SYSVOL unless you have a specific storage policy. Before you touch the AD DS role, your

Before you touch the AD DS role, your new server needs a solid foundation.

Choose a strong password and store it in your vault. You’ll only need this if AD breaks and you need to perform "surgery" in Safe Mode.

Follow the wizard to and check Active Directory Domain Services . Click "Add Features" when prompted, then hit Install .