Prerequisites

  1. Define domain controller server(s) and whether or not proxy servers will be used
  2. Install AD Webservices on all the domain controllers that will be used
    • Please note that for newer AD hosts (2012 and above) have AD WebServices pre-installed
  3. Ensure NTP is set up correctly
  4. Set up RSAT (Remote Server Administration Tools) if using Remote Management of AD via a Windows “Jumpbox” using a connection method of either VMware Tools (recommended) or WinRM