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Read-Only Domain Controller (RODC)

Read Only Domain Controller (RODC)

  • Receives replication (one way), does not store login information, authenticates via the main D.C.
  • May only carry local credentials for immediate staff, no admins
  • Used under specific circumstances

How to setup: (would normally be done via RDP or install locally and ship it to the location)

  • On a Domain Controller
  • Active Directory Users and Computers
  • Right click Domain Controllers > Pre-create a read-only Domain Controller account
  • Specify User/Group to be able to log in
  • Finish
  • Right click > Properties > Password replication policy
  • Allowed RODC Password Replication Group
  • Add local users' credentials to this group (non admins)
  • Log into the other server
  • After installing ADDS, when promoting the server to a D.C., Tick "RODC"
  • Complete Setup