Adding Windows Computers to a Windows Server 2012 Domain

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[@randotastic]

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[@MoNeenja]

EDIT: To get this to work do the following:
- In your virtual box machine settings, make the network adapter for both the server and client PC Bridged.
-on the server set the ip stuff as normal, make your dns your servers ip for primary dns and the default gateway address as your secondary dns.
-on the client leave the ip stuff dhcp but make the primary DNS your servers IP
This should now allow your pc to join the domain!
I'm doing everything in virtual box and I get up to 12:35. I've changed the network adapter on both my server and client pc to bridged instead of nat, however when I do ipconfig on the client, there's no DNS suffix and the ip address is the APIPA address. When I try to join the domain, I get "An Active Directory Domain Controller for the domain could not be contacted"

[@comancostin4623]

Thank you very much,it threw me off at first but I got it. You basically add both the server and client to the same network (you don't have to worry about the internet access since it doesn't matter,both server and client are still on the same network with the bridged setting) and the IP settings you described are perfect!

[@martink4975]

MO you the real MVP dude! I hope you got far with IT, i am following the same steps right now.

[@ryantrogdon3633]

Where is the physical connection between the windows server machine and the switch made? Like if you have your lan set up with computers connected to a Cisco switch, how do you connect the switch to the server?

[@Jinn_007]

im having trouble in this part can u help me?
im using a vmware workstation player and when i do an ipconfig on my client it shows no dns suffix and the ip address is the apipa address. its similar to your problem and i have both of my virtual machines on bridged connection

[@joe1eyeball]

Excellent video. This will save me time and money down the road as a small business owner having to add computers all the time. I don't have to call tech our tech support anymore and get a bill. I would recommend this to any business owner because he walks you right through it an explains along the way. I thank you for taking the time to make a quality video.

[@vikashkumar-jo7er]

Eli, I know I am watched your videos, after 2 years because now I am learning on servers. Your videos are very very much easy to understand , Thanks

[@tonypowell1167]

Ace stuff. Making forward progress now. Started from "setting up a win2012r2 domain controller.... and then some others. Note to Eli NUMBER these lectures to show the order they are best watched in... Thanks.

[@dshock5529]

Running Virtualbox and tried to set up the network but had the same issues as many of you. I tried setting the dns on the client machine to the server dns address, still didnt work. Tried changing the both machine networks to internal network, nope. After hours and hours of frustration, I finally discovered the workaround : In Virtualbox manager screen >>file>>preferences>>network>>host only networks>>VB host only adapter>>click the lil screwdriver on the right panel>>change your IP address to the server ip>>change your subnet mask to subnet mask of server ip>> click the DHCP server tab>>uncheck enable DHCP server>> go into the network settings for each instance of your client and server and change the network to host only follow elis instructions for setting up the rest from 13:15 .........profit ;)...Thanks for the vids Eli, you rock brother

[@derrmacd]

What would you set the ip4 default gateway address of the server after you have configured this? would it still be considered 10.1.10.1 (if your going by the video ip numbers)?

[@muhammadtahirshaikh114]

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[@dynztech9789]

Hi dude, I'm currently working to build a domain plus sharepoint.. and I bumped into your channel. Now I have subscribed. Thanks!

[@zihijace]

dude... the way he explains things is so damn good. bro... seriously i watched most of his videos to prepare me for this interview i had and because of him, i got the job. Eli bro if i can donate cash o something i would like to because your videos are better than what they are teaching in some of these classes.

[@WilliamCarterII]

You're incredible, man! You taught me so much about IT

[@WilliamCarterII]

@Rakesh Mohan So Ironically, I'm almost done with my undergrad and will probably no longer work in IT after this year haha

[@WildRonin24]

In case anyone is in the same boat:
I had both a DCHP and DNS server already set up, and I did not want to migrate all of that data. As a result I removed DCHP from my AD controller and then added a DNS forward (pointed to the AD controller's DNS server) to my existing DNS server. It worked like a charm.

[@carlmorris8993]

Thanks Eli.
Really saved my college assignment.
New to networking.
Got a working Domain Controller and client machines.
Can I note had problems connecting clients to Domain controller until
I changed the network mode in virtual-box to Bridged Networking.
Thanks again.

[@learningdomaintv4969]

Impressed by this series of tutorials. Just right for BTEC Level 3 students in the UK
Thanks Eli

[@mukarramkhan1083]

By avoiding repeating same words , this lecture could have been summarized in 15 minutes MAX... but still u r such a wonderful teacher....

[@elithecomputerguy]

Why would I want to do short videos that provide poor retention of material covered..? Are you trying to learn, or simply check off that you've seen a video..?

[@mukarramkhan1083]

lolz dont get me wrong bro... I really like ur videos and really learn alot from you... Was just saying that reasonable length and precise material videos are always the best... ur work is awesome and hats off to you.... chill out bro... u r a best teacher :)

[@michaelparry1383]

Eli, I have been away for a while. I just scanned the list and saw a brand new training video that you just created. First of all, Great. I appreciate you are spending your valuable time to get back into the training videos. I have not yet all of your past training sessions, but I can see with new production your process has evolved to a great presentation visually. You are doing a great job. Your training is most valuable to all of us. Thanks again.

[@FORESTBERRYKINNIE]

Great Video Eli! For those that have a problem with connecting to the Server DNS, Just make sure that you did the correct DNS when changing the settings in the adapter. N.B DNS settings are the same as of your Main Server.

[@Ixecube1337]

Eli, i dont know if you will ever read this message but i wanted to type it anyway. I wanted to thank you for making this video, it helped me in just 30 some min, solving a problem i have been dealing with for the past week or so. My teacher who supposed to teach me MCSE is a complete noob and doesn't know what he is talking about.
I wish i had teachers like yourself at my school. You explain things so thorough and easy to understand.
Thanks again for helping me out, -Jasper

[@Pikey10able]

Maybe this is a fun analogy. The Domain Controller is the King in control of his Domain. He tells everyone what they can and can't do. I had trouble for awhile understanding exactly the purpose/function/advantage of a domain.

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Long life to you .!!!
really appreciate all your courses. Many Thanks

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The Most Qualified IT Professor in the WORLD for ME

[@Vigilant-Citizen]

Hello, just want to make a quick post on adding client machines to your respective domain-whether live or business/enterprise environments. Like some of you, I was experiencing DNS issues to where some machines would not be able to contact the DC. I just happen to come across a video to where a guy suggested to switch off IPv6 and then follow up with joining the domain. Just like that, it worked-I have been racking my brain on this all week. Also, for you that have routers that provide IPv6 DNS Settings manually, be sure to switch that to "Auto" this will enable your DC to provide the DNS settings, not the router. Wooohhooo! Hope this helps someone.

[@marioskosiaris1603]

i have see 3 videos of you about AD,DHSP,DNS and on all of your videos you was very good and you explain it very good and clear! Good work keep it up!

[@309Jolly]

Guys using VMware Workstation 12. Set both the Server Vm and the Client VM network adapter to Lan segment instead of any adapter as they will connect via the virtual LAN environment.

[@dfoster7452]

I have done this many times but for some reason I couldn't add re-imaged machine to domain. I couldn't figure out what the heck was happening, or as it were not happening. Watching this easy to follow video had my slapping my head and exclaiming like Homer Simpson "DOH"!!!! I never checked to make sure I was definitely polling the correct server at 12:32 it hit me and Homer came flying out of my mouth. Lesson relearned, never assume that all is in place. You have to check and then verify and maybe check again, if you're like me. :D I appreciate you Eli, if for no other reason than keeping things simple enough to get me back on track.

[@petargeorgiev844]

Fav words of Eli: going to be going, going to be doing and basically :). Nice tuts btw!

[@AnamikaGovindRao]

You make awesome tutorials ...u r far better than my MCSA trainer

[@asutcliffe25]

Excellent video, but I really wish you wouldn't have skipped over DHCP scope configuration. I was able to get a test client joined to the domain but i did run into network issues until i configured a DHCP scope...I believe in this video you just covered installing the role.

[@lucazot5933]

Same for me

[@scottfine4169]

I just discovered your videos and let me say, very nice dude! Very very informative. I've been looking to learn all about server 2012 and AD! I installed everything and you are helping me out a lot. Hoping to land a job soon!

[@emilioastier]

thank you from zaragoza, spain, great videos...!!!

[@sreynozo]

THANK YOU!! I was struggling with adding this computer to a domain for school and your video helped so much!!

[@alphamackie8456]

Hi Eli, many thanks for the response, I now know that I have to enable virtualisation from the bios.

[@lucimoise]

I believe that you had the Network settings internal Network adapter on both client and the server.Perfect ....it worked great for me

[@hassanlearning4086]

Using DHCP on VM was not easy to set up may be worth to show the steps to config the VM network setting. Had to watch other vids to config the VM network adapter to work. Great lesson. Thanks

[@aroop37]

Hi Eli,
Thank you for this video. I appreciate it that you take the time to explain computer fundamentals in laymen terms. You cut through all the B.S. to help newbies like myself to understand something that felt like it was over my hear.

[@elithecomputerguy]

??? They are all in playlist...

[@shaunfielding9123]

I suppose it is because of the school nature, I prefer to see someone when they are teaching. I notice you gesture very well whilst you explain things as well (probably without realizing it) so it means whilst your talking through something you are pointing at it. I feel I know where I am :)

[@djlowtek]

It's all going to depend on the software being used to deploy. Common ones are Symantec Ghost, and Acronis suites. There are many different ways to do it, so there isn't a set standard. They all work the same way though you get a client machine set up the way you like it, it gets "imaged" and then cloned out to all your other workstations.

[@omermoin3051]

the style of introduction is awesum i am eli the computer guy :D

[@goncasgabriel]

very good video
you are incredible
my teacher can't explain me like you

[@eliben7474]

I have really enjoy the class and have installed an active directory on my machine

[@kimallepets6865]

Really good and professional teacher

[@9946069252]

You are really a great guy Eli. Please keep doing this. Good job man

[@pureice484]

for those who cannot get ur dns suffix, you can try set ur 2008 vm also to bridge, and make sure to configure ur ipv4 to auto

[@thiagobbernardes]

Thank you. Eli, you dont have idea how you are helping me. Thanks again.

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You are a very Lovely Teacher

[@nzubemekah9939]

Here again for a refresh. Long live Eli

[@zamcryptowealth]

You are just such a blessing Eli God bless

[@elithecomputerguy]

Curious... Most people feel the other way around...

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Eli the Computer Guy , I know it’s three years later but, I am building a 2019 data center lab and your videos are the most explained and well put out about all the modules and different Servers. Keep up the good work, ignore the expert and think about us that really need a teacher like you. I will be sure to leave a donation

[@TheSleepyWolff]

Thanks man thanks to your videos i made my exam

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Thankyou very much for making our life easier 😄

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Your videos are great!! Keep 'em coming.
I really like the way you explain things, are very clear and easy to understand.

[@sniramira746]

Great video he is the best so far very specific and understandable ,keep the good work!!!

[@AznVi3tx]

You've broken this down perfectly. Thanks so much

[@JulienGamingProjects]

Thanks so much for the guides Eli! I'm taking an IT course myself and I have a skills exam on this topic in a few days.
I didn't understand everything but you made it so much clearer to me, and I'm certain I will ace that skills final now!

[@elmaddinnasrullayev2001]

Hi. Ad i understand you are preparing by yourself so am i. Can you tell me what resources are you using?

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[@pedronajera4745]

Thank you sooo much! Had to change some stuff because Im doing this in VMW Esxi. thanks Sir

[@djlowtek]

I love your thorough lessons and your enthusiasm. Just wish you did stuff like oracle/ldap/etc stuff that we see in the real world. Windows server stuff isn't really that tough it would be nice to get your enthusiasm on some more advanced topics!! Thx for the vids mang.

[@MyuFoxable]

Search or ask your ISP for the default router creds. Then look in the lan settings. Every router has its own interface, so you will need to ask your ISP helpdesk, look through every menu or search online for a guide. Also it is possible that some "routers" do not support disabling the dhcp service cause it is too cheap for advanced configurations.

[@Khatmandude]

Thank you, Eli. Your videos have been very helpful both when I was in school and now as a Professional IT dude.

[@baileyburridge771]

Thank you. you are the bomb. 100000000+ stars

[@aayushmantyagi238]

Thank u sir for clearing my daubt

[@DeejayAlid]

if youre having trouble connecting the domain make sure to go back to the server and see remaining notifications in server manager, you most likely missed one step.

[@itsreddy100]

Thanks for your kind support.
There are no pending notification in server manager. I have created a new user and given the delegate permissions "join to domain and computer objects etc"... but no use. still getting the same error " The following error occurring attempting to join domain. Unknown username or bad password"... Kindly suggest me next step.

[@DeejayAlid]

+ASHU sorry but I just posted this incase someone else was having the same problem, I'm still new to servers, try forums maybe ?

[@petalitpetalit8308]

Thank You, Eli! Very Helpful! :)

[@sdz6tre]

Awesome Instructor

[@digital_rose]

very clear instructions. thank you

[@outoftheboxvlogs4659]

Thanks so much, great explanation.

[@amanuelabiya2022]

eli i'm learning lot of things from you it is intersting

[@massjohn420]

Awesome video!! Great explanations. Amazing. You are my idle. Thank you!

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Such Beard Much manliness!!

[@raybisso3585]

Thanks Eli nice to keep up with the newer NOS and OS.

[@UkraineProperty]

Thank you so much, your videos are amazing!

[@harissend]

Thank you for the lesson.
ETCG channel is great.
It will be so helpful if it is possible to teach us Linux or Solaris infrastructure administrator session as well.
Once again thank you for you dedication.

[@AP-dg2en]

Excellent videos, you are amazing! Thank you over and over.

[@tatabb8020]

Heya! just a quick headsup here; make sure to authorize the DHCP server otherwise the client won't pull any IP address off the DC...
Good luck!

[@Cexitar23malo]

Tarek Barikhan how do you do that? i've been trying different ways but always get an error to catch the domain

[@tatabb8020]

Cesar Mendoza mate from the console tree in the left hand side panel. right click --> authorise. You can also use Powershell to authorise the DHCP server.
Hope that helps!

[@Cexitar23malo]

Tarek Barikhan you can do it from the console (powershell, cmd, etc.) I agree with you I realized that's not the problem, I would tell people to make sure on what kind of a connection they have (NAT, bridge, internal) I tried bridge and worked with no issues, otherwise for some reason computers weren't connecting

[@akshaynayak2357]

You are the best!

[@amanthakur99999]

Thank you teaching us

[@asheglenn]

You sir are awesome. Thank you!

[@mjjjf61]

Great Job Eli!

[@rickdeckard9810]

Thanks for the vid, appreciate it.

[@estherladella4714]

I agree with Shaun as well.

[@kacemsys]

Hi , Eli i want to say you are awesome. Thank you so much for your helpfull videos. i just want to suggest you to introduce number of videos in order to know the chronological order of cours.

[@papijelly]

Thank you sir, All working fine, !! your amazing

[@sssvincere1103]

I am going to save everyone's lives right now. You don't have to do what Eli says about turning off your router's DHCP. What you need to do is go into your network settings in the Windows machine and in the ipv4 set the ip address manually and in the DNS server part you must put the IP ADDRESS OF THE WINDOWS SERVER. THE SAME IP ADDRESS. for the alternate dns just put a different number is doesnt matter. and thats all no need to turn on dhcp or for the name of your domain to come up when you type ipconfig in cmd

[@pureice484]

nope, my dns suffix is still blank

[@sangkara8280]

Simply bravo bro...

[@LoveDuckFamily]

Nice video. I followed this guide and finally understand how to join to a domain. However, I still don't understand why it prompts 2 times to enter Administrator credential for joining domain. If the Administrator credential is okay, it shall directly add the computer to the domain. I stuck on here whole day until saw your video.

[@NubiaDinkaNuer]

interesting.i have learn something meaningful from this tutorial

[@abdifatahsupparka6843]

thanks sir nice explanation

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Thank you sir

[@hamsemohamed1926]

Fantastic tutorial

[@brightproducao]

very good lenson I am from brasil thank you for the tips

[@artevens5332]

Eli. Thanks for putting together these videos. I really enjoy them, and the make a GREAT learning tool. A little constructive criticism: you seem to wast a lot of time hammering points that you could just hit once and move on. That would substantially reduce the time on each class, and make things easier to understand in the end. Keep up the good work. :-)

[@sleepee11]

technically, you *can* add linux and mac osx computers to domain using likewise-open. i'm pretty sure it's good for accessing shared directories and printers and such, but obviously, you're not going to get all the same functionalities a windows os will get out of joining an AD domain though... but it is possible to do it.

[@constantinberari]

not working for me
my dhcp from local router is down,, but i cannot pull a new ip from the server... i dont know what to do,,,pls help

[@MrOgallo]

Well explained. Good Job

[@naveendicky]

Thank you so much Eli

[@josephinegonzalez1265]

Thanks so much, Eli!