About DNS and Domain

[Fahad Ahmed]

Hi,
I have forgotten if we have WinXP computers in a WinServer 2003 domain,
To join that WinXP computer to a WinServer 2003 domain, do we simply have to add the IP address of the WinServer2003 DC in the DNS preference settings of WinXP computer?

Also do we simply have to change the workgroup to domain and give the domain name in the system properties of XP computer?

Thanks

 

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To join a Windows XP computer to a Windows Server 2003 domain, you need to perform a few steps. Here's how you can do it:

Steps to Join a Windows XP Computer to a Windows Server 2003 Domain:​

1. Configure DNS Settings:
   • You need to ensure that the Windows XP computer can resolve the domain controller's (DC) IP address. To set this up:
     • Go to Control Panel > Network Connections.
     • Right-click on the network connection (usually "Local Area Connection") and select Properties.
     • Select Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and click Properties.
     • Choose "Use the following DNS server addresses" and enter the IP address of the Windows Server 2003 domain controller in the Preferred DNS server field.
   []Change Workgroup to Domain:
   • To change the workgroup to a domain and specify the domain name:
     • Right-click on My Computer and select Properties.
     • Go to the Computer Name tab.
     • Click the Change button.
     • Select the Domain option, enter the domain name, and click OK.
     • You'll need to provide domain credentials with the necessary permissions to join the domain.
   []Reboot and Log In:
   • After entering domain credentials and successfully joining the domain, you will be prompted to restart the computer.
   • Restart the computer and log in using domain credentials.

     Additional Information:​

     • Permissions: Make sure you have the appropriate permissions to join a computer to the domain. You will need the username and password of an account that has the necessary authority.
     • Firewall Settings: Ensure that the appropriate firewall rules are in place to allow communication between the Windows XP computer and the domain controller.
     • Network Connectivity: Verify that the Windows XP computer can communicate with the domain controller over the network.
     By following these steps, you should be able to successfully join a Windows XP computer to a Windows Server 2003 domain. If you encounter any issues during the process, feel free to ask for further assistance!