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Rename Virtual Machine Host Windows Server 2008R2 sp1

Hi all...
I have a Dell server PowerEdge T610 12Gb Ram Dual Quadcore Processors
Currently running Windows server 2008R2sp1 as a domain controller

I also have 2 virtual servers on this box.

My goal is to demote this machine to a member server, and rename it.

Are there going to be issues with the virtual machines if i do so?

thanks in advance....

SeaSenor

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I am using Hyper V

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SeaSenor

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thank you.

additionally, is it ok to promote virtual machines to domain controllers without future issues..?

SeaSenor

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yes.. there are other domain controllers...
I am in the process of moving from 2003 to 2008R2 exclusively.
Just wanted to make sure I wasn't breaking things during the moves.

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so just demote them as usual your saying?

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SeaSenor

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Thanks to all.
I will accept as complete a have divided the points.
if no one minds...I would like to know why it is best to always have a physical DC vs. virtual.