Is it acceptable to add a new W2012 Server to a 2008 Domain without promoting it to DC?
We currently run a W2008SBS with a second 2008 Server for @vantage and a win7 box acting as a server for CSR24. My understanding is that the SBS has to be the DC.
I wouldn't mind demoting the SBS and making the 2012 the DC if it's doable. My ultimate goal is to split the SBS box with a second 2012 anyways. DC, Exchange and TAM on one box makes me nervous!
Thoughts?
I would think this is perfectly acceptable. I added one, but I did promote it to DC. I don't see why it wouldn't work in your situation. I never raised the domain or Forrest level.
As far as I know SBS is very limited it must be a dc and will throw a fit my sbs2k3 would shutdown after 20mins after i dcpromo it.
I would watch your steps and be ready to roll back. SBS is sold at a discount for smaller offices and if you cross the threshold of what they think you need it gets mean.
Another point.
I currently have 2008 and 2012 as DC's on my network but neither of them are SBS.
Quote from: Joshua Conner on February 06, 2015, 11:27:04 AM
Another point.
I currently have 2008 and 2012 as DC's on my network but neither of them are SBS.
Same here.