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Adding a computer to a Windows 2008 Domain
When trying to add a compuer with Windows 7 Professional to a Windows 2008 Server I get this message:
n attempt to resolve the DNS name of a domain controller in the domain being joined has failed. Please verify this client is configured to reach a DNS server that can resolve DNS names in the target domain.
n attempt to resolve the DNS name of a domain controller in the domain being joined has failed. Please verify this client is configured to reach a DNS server that can resolve DNS names in the target domain.
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In the domain join dialogue, if your are using the NetBIOS name of your domain, replace it with the FQDN.
e.g. instead of "domain", use "domain.net"
e.g. instead of "domain", use "domain.net"
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I didn't add the gateway as the internet was not working......will try this later when it is up and running
The default gateway should not be an issue unless your DC is on a different subnet.
Can you PING your domain controller from the PC?
Can you PING your domain controller from the PC?
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Yes I was able to ping the domain controller...
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sounds good I will try that...
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Nic was not configured correctly now is and everthing is good Thanks
Go to Network and Sharing Centre and then Change Adapter Settings.
Double click on your adapter and then Diagnose.
This may resolve your issue.