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Win2003 VMWare DC/File server demote/promote

I have a 2003 DC VM that is also a file server/DNS/DHCP box.  I need to demote and promote as it was restored from an 12 day old SAN replica and is having issues replicating.  I am wondering if the demotion/promotion process will have an effect on file permissions, anything else, etc...
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Got it guys - it lived here before I moved in...  Everything I've read says it should be a piece of cake...  ;)  I have a good backup of it.  Would you suggest I do a Virtual2Virtual conversion and then try it on the new one and leave the old one intact until I've fully tested?
No you should not have an issue.
OK - thanks - doing it tomorrow night - at 5pm EST
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Thanks Mike - it does not hold any FSMO roles.  I will look at the link you provided.
no problem...and just remember those steps are a last resort if the DC doesn't demote gracefully.
Everyone - thanks.  

Mike - thank you, it did not demote gracefully like you suggested.  That is why I gave you the most points.  Thanks!