authentication problems

[gaynster]

After seizing FSMO from demoted DC server and transferring to new DC we
are experiencing authentication problems with Xp,and 98 workstations.
The current fix is to remove from domain and then rejoin.
Is there any way to manually update the workstations so they recognize
the server holding the new FSMO roles

 

[ptwilliams]

I assume you're seeing some issue with the legacy systems contacting the
PDCe. Have you tried rebooting? Have you checked the PDC/ domain records
in WINS?


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[Guest]

Is the PDC Emulator located in the same AD site where the Win 98 and XP
machines are experiencing problems? The former can exhibit this strange
behavior otherwise.

 

[gaynster]

The pdc emulator is in the same active directory and no I've had
problems with Xp clients.windows nt workstaion and.

 

[Guest]

Is the PDC Emulator located in the same AD site as the clients (typically
same IP subnet / LAN)?

All clients (Win 2000 and above) will query DNS to find the nearest DC. Per
default, all DCs are placed under the "Default-First-Site" - can view this
info using "Active Directory Sites & Services" mmc.

For legacy clients (pre Win 2000), the PDC Emulator is treated as the PDC of
the domain. Hence if it is located in another AD site (e.g. must traverse WAN
link to reach), such clients may have trouble getting authenticated.

Do let us know if this helps clarify the situation. Thanks!

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Subject: Re: authentication problems 3/8/2005 8:15 AM PST

The pdc emulator is in the same active directory and no I've had
problems with Xp clients.windows nt workstaion and.