Setup Active Directory on Windows Server 2022 in Hyper-V

Welcome to the SecureITStack guide on setting up Active Directory on Windows Server 2022 using Hyper-V! This tutorial is perfect for beginners and walks you through all the essential steps.

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🛠️ Prerequisites

Before starting, ensure that you have the following:

• Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise with Hyper-V enabled.
• Windows Server 2022 ISO for installation.
• A minimum of 4GB RAM and 60GB hard drive for the VM.

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⚙️ Steps to Set Up Active Directory

Step 1: Enable Hyper-V on Windows 11

• Windows Features:
  Go to Control Panel > Turn Windows features on or off, and check Hyper-V.
• PowerShell Alternative:
  Run the following command:

  dism.exe /Online /Enable-Feature /All /FeatureName:Microsoft-Hyper-V /LimitAccess /All
  

⚙️ Step 2: Create a Virtual Machine

• Open Hyper-V Manager and follow these steps:
  1. Click New > Virtual Machine.
  2. Assign a name (e.g., AD-Server-2022).
  3. Select Generation 2.
  4. Allocate at least 4GB RAM.
  5. Attach the Windows Server 2022 ISO.
  6. Configure the virtual network switch for connectivity.

⚙️ Step 3: Install Windows Server 2022

1. Boot the VM from the ISO.
2. Follow the setup wizard and choose the appropriate Windows Server 2022 edition.
3. Partition the virtual disk and proceed with the installation.
4. Set an Administrator password after the installation completes.

⚙️ Step 4: Promote the VM to Domain Controller

Open Server Manager and select Add roles and features. Install the Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) role. Promote the server to a Domain Controller: Choose Add a new forest. Enter the root domain name (e.g., example.local). Configure DNS and functional levels. Set a Directory Services Restore Mode (DSRM) password. Restart the server to complete the process.

📝 GitLab Repository Access all the automation scripts and detailed documentation in our GitLab repository: Setup Active Directory Scripts

Scripts include:

Enable Hyper-V via PowerShell. Automated VM creation using Hyper-V PowerShell modules. Active Directory promotion script. 🔗 Related Links SecureITStack YouTube Channel: Visit Channel Microsoft Docs: Active Directory Basics: Learn More 🚀 Support SecureITStack If you found this guide helpful, please:

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