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How to Demote A Domain Controller on Windows Server?
You can remove the domain controller using the Server Manager
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Thedomain controlleris a server that manages the authentication and authorization of users and computers on a Windows server. If you are looking for a way to demote a domain controller to remove it from the domain or modify its role in the network, look no further.
To demote a domain controller, you need to remove Active Directory Domain Services role and return it to the member server.
Here, in this blog, we will discuss two scenarios and step-by-step instructions to complete the work. Let’s get started!
How can I demote a domain controller on Windows Server?
Before moving to the methods to demote a domain controller, make sure you perform these checks:
Once done, follow any of these methods to demote the domain controller onWindows Server 2008, 2016, and 2018
1. Use the Server Manager
2. Use the manual method: If the server is dead or out of reach
How long does it take to demote a domain controller?
Usually, it takes a couple of minutes to demote a domain controller. However, the exact time can’t be stipulated as it depends upon various things, including the number of domain controllers, the size of Active Directory, and available network bandwidth.
So, these are two methods that you can use to demote thedomain controllersyou want. Try any of them and let us know which way worked for you in the comments section below.
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Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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