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by matt5968

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I have 2 win2k servers with active directory.
When I try to have a win 2k pro pc join the domain I get message it could not find domain. but it will see the 2 controllers when it is in workgroup with same name as domain. I have tcp address and subnetmask ok.
But can not get it to join domain. One other error message I get is its credentials is conflicting. Thanks

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by -dag

Since AD relies on DNS, make sure you have the client pointing to the DNS server that AD is using. Also, make sure that the DC's have valid service records. That should resolve the issue. If not, You can always install a WINS server...

Cheers,
-DaG

by pan 13 x

on one of the win2k server run dcpromo. this will set the computer to either a bdc or pdc. if both are configured the same way , you will have many problems.

verify that your dns address is correct and that it is enabled on the workstation

by pan 13 x

on one of the win2k server run dcpromo. this will set the computer to either a bdc or pdc. if both are configured the same way , you will have many problems.

verify that your dns address is correct and that it is enabled on the workstation

by erikbutler

first thing is that there is no PDC or BDC in a W2K domain. There is the forest root in active directory.
1) Have you promoted one of the windows 2000 controlers to the Forest Root.
2) Is the name of the W2K pro pc a duplicate of another on the Domain.
3) when asked the password to join the domain are you useing Domain Admin
4) Can you ping the Domain controler by IP

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