Check domain controller health and replication using dcdiag and repadmin. Remove FSMO roles and DHCP server if running. Change DNS settings for DHCP scopes. Move Certificate Authority and other services if needed. Test-ADDSDomainControllerUninstallation before proceeding
ADUC snap-in enables domain management on Windows computers. Part of Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT). Allows management without physical or remote server access
LAPS manages local account passwords on domain joined computers. Passwords are stored in Active Directory with ACL protection. Solution prevents common local account password reuse
File server stores and manages files for network access and sharing. Provides central location for file upload, download, and organization
Windows Server Manager manages servers, clients, and applications. Tool enables role creation, permissions management, and system monitoring. Requires Windows Server 2016 and is included in standard installation
NTP synchronizes computer clocks across networks for event logging and security. Windows supports NTP on versions from Windows 10 to Windows Server 2022