5- Windows Server 2022 Adding Additional Domain Controller To Existing Domain Or Forest -
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"
Here is a streamlined, professional guide to adding a Windows Server 2022 DC to your existing environment. Phase 1: The "Pre-Flight" Checklist Now that the new server is a DC,
Once the installation finishes, you’ll see a yellow warning flag in Server Manager. Click it and select . Now that the new server is a DC,
Keep and Global Catalog (GC) checked (standard practice for redundancy). Now that the new server is a DC,
Stick to the defaults for Database, Log files, and SYSVOL unless you have a specific storage policy.