AWS
How to Decommission an Old Domain Controller and Set Up a New One on AWS EC2
This guide outlines the step-by-step process for decommissioning an old Domain Controller (DC) and setting up a new one using AWS EC2. It covers the installation of a new DC with Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), data replication from the old DC, health verification of the new DC, updating DNS settings, and the safe decommissioning of the old DC. Special considerations for networking and DNS propagation are also discussed, ensuring minimal downtime and maintaining the integrity of your Active Directory system.
Nida Sahar5 min read