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humzanadeem2019
Aug 27, 2024Copper Contributor
Active Directory is not working
I had microsoft server 2003. i installed 2012 R2 on a new machine and joined the old domain. Then the migration was done by some person and i dont know how he did it. The old server crashed now and ...
kyazaferr
Nov 13, 2024MCT
Consider Running a Metadata Cleanup
If the old server was improperly removed, you might need to clean up the metadata. This is a more advanced step and should only be done if you're confident that the old server no longer exists or has been fully decommissioned.
- To clean up AD metadata, use the ntdsutil command
Review the Migration Process
Since the migration was done by someone else, it's crucial to verify how the migration was performed. If they used a tool like Active Directory Migration Tool (ADMT), check the logs for any errors or skipped steps. If manual steps were involved, ensure that the old server was properly decommissioned and that no orphaned objects or references remain in AD.