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Yassour
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 Different naming in DNS & Computer Name
Active Directory, Active Directory Domain Services, DNS, Windows Server 2008
we have our DC computer name: pm-vsp-dc03 and in DNS they put pm-s-dc01. we are trying to install new DC for replication but with errors can this naming conflicts affect the AD DS. and is it possible to rename the computer to match DNS name with no problems. Thanks in Advance

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Windows Server 2008
ASKED: January 27, 2011  4:24 AM
UPDATED: January 27, 2011  11:44 PM
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Hi,

Just a question: Are you sure you’re talking about the same machine.
The DNS registering process is automatic, and must be correct.

You are correct. If the DNS do not correspond to the real fqdn of that DC you already have problems and they tend to grow up quickly.

If that DC does not host the Certification Authority service for your domain, you should be able to rename it. But for me this is not the best and correct approach. The DNS must reflect the real hostname. If it don’t there is a problem in your AD.

Please investigate a little further and post back any news.

HTH

saturno
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