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frentz01
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P2V Windows2008R2 DC

Hi We are trying to P2V our Win2008R2 DCs but to no avail. Any one has successfully P2V win2008r2 DCs before?

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MarekZdrojewski

Hi,

Please take a look at KB1006996.

I would also recommend converting a DC using a cold clone CD.

Regards.

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Gooose
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Hi Frentz01

Personally I wouldn't P2V a Domain Controller.

You are better to create a new VM, promote it to DC and the demote the old physical server.

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dkraut
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Enthusiast

I agree with Gooose, just create a new DC and then demote the physical box.

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MarekZdrojewski

Yes, indeed. P2V might be too risky, go with a new one.

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