I'm in the middle of upgrading our domain controllers from Windows Server 2008 to Windows Server 2022. We initially had three DCs with 2008, but we're reducing that to two new 2022 DCs. I've already demoted two of the old DCs and now I'm left with the last one, which is our original Primary DC (DC-1). I've successfully moved all the FSMO roles from DC-1 to one of the new servers (DC-22). However, while preparing to demote DC-1, I found an object linked to it called 'DNS Settings - msDNS-ServerSettings.' I discovered this is an Active Directory object that contains specific server information related to DNS, but I'm not seeing this object on either of the new Windows 2022 servers. Both new servers have been configured with DNS roles, and the DNS zones are properly replicated across all DCs. My main concern is whether I need to address this object before demoting DC-1 or if I can just proceed without any issues. Any advice?
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That's quite a jump in servers! Just verify your replication health and check for any FRS to DFS migration issues. Make sure your Event Viewer is clear of errors on Directory Service and DNS. It might be a lot, but you seem on top of it!
I did check with repadmin and everything came back clear, but I’ll dig into the logs just in case.
Looks like you’re handling this transition pretty well! Shutting down the last 2008 server will be a relief. Just stay organized and you’ll get through it—learning experience for sure!
Absolutely! It's been a lot to juggle, but I’m learning lots along the way.
For sure! Once it’s all done, it's going to feel great!
Good thinking! It’s always great to double-check everything before making any big changes.