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I have a server which is a domain controller in a Forest. I want to remove that server from the forest and place it in its own domain so it becomes a single domain controller.

So say we have eight domain controllers in domain A I want to remove one domain controller from domain A and create domain B with the single domain controller on a completely separated network.

I've done a bit of searching and found tips on how to demote or transfer from one forest to another but this doesnt quite fit my scenario.

Any tips ?

Pierre.Vriens
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Varkanoid
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  • You need to elaborate on what you are trying to accomplish. – Jim B Feb 03 '16 at 13:41
  • So say we have eight domain controllers in domain A I want to remove one domain controller from domain A and create domain B with the single domain controller on a completely seperate network. – Varkanoid Feb 03 '16 at 14:06

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This is fairly fundamental.

  • Remove DC from domain using the normal procedure. DC becomes a member server in the domain.
  • Remove member server from domain.
  • Create new domain using the normal procedure.
  • Job done.

I'd personally be considerably happier if "re-image server" was included as a middle step to ensure that any info/cruft on the server didn't live on when it took over its new role, but its not technically required.

Rob Moir
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