Checklist: Preupgrade Tasks
Applies To: Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2008 R2
Complete the tasks in this checklist in the order in which they are presented. If a reference link takes you to a conceptual topic, return to this checklist after you review the conceptual topic so that you can proceed with the remaining tasks.
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Checklist: Preupgrade Tasks
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Assign appropriate credentials to the users who are responsible for preparing the forest and domain for an Active Directory upgrade. |
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Introduce a newly installed member server into the forest. |
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Identify the editions of Windows 2000 or Windows Server 2003 that are running in your environment. Then determine if you can upgrade these editions or if you must perform a complete reinstallation for each. |
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Review and document the existing hardware configuration of each domain controller that you plan to upgrade. |
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Determine the order in which you will upgrade your domain controllers before you begin the domain upgrade process. |
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Develop a test plan for your domain upgrade process. |
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Determine service pack levels. |
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Back up your Windows 2000 or Windows Server 2003 domain data before you begin the upgrade. |
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Resolve upgrade and application compatibility problems. |
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