How to Import and Export bulk users/objects from Active Directory using CSVDE

Export users from a specified OU (organizational Unit)

Go to command prompt type the below command to export members from specified OU..

c:\csvde -f c:\ramadminss.csv -d ou="ouname",dc=dcname,dc=com -r (objectclass=user) -l "objectclass,sAMAccountName,sn,givenname,displayname,description,userprincipalname"

Bulk Export : c:\csvde -f report.csv

Bulk Import : c:\csvde -i -f report.csv

Follow this link for more information:
http://option9.blogspot.com/2009/05/importing-users-into-active-directory.html
http://www.computerperformance.co.uk/Logon/Logon_CSVDE_Bulk.htm

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How to Redirect Computer OU and User's OU

Redirecting  "users" Organizational unit to Specified Organizantional Unit
Go to -
C:\windows\system32>redirusr ou=newusers,DC=newdomain,dc=com
Redirecting  "Computers" Organizational unit to Specified Organizantional Unit
Go to -
C:\Windows\system32>redircmp ou=newcomputer,DC=newdomain,DC=com

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What is VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure)

VDI is not a procuct, its a VMware solution. Using Virtualization to provide virtual desktops to your users. The virtual desktop is dedicated to a single end user or mapped to provide the desktop OS & applications to a single client viewing device.

Why should I use VDI:

Desktops are more secure.
Applications upgrades are easier because systems are all in a centralized location
We can roll back the Desktop machine using snapshot and revert technology
you can quickly clone existing machines and roll out new systems

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What is the difference between server 2003 and 2008

1. Hyper - V (only on 64bit Version)
2. WDS (Windows Deployment Service) Instead of RIS in 2003 server
3. Shadow Copy for Each and every folder
4. Installation is 32bit where as 2003 is 16bit as well as 32bit.
5. Group policy editor is Seperate option
6. IT supports IP V6, which is New Networking Protocol
7. Better Security
8. Role Based
9. Read only Domain Controller
10. Enhanced Terminal Services.

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Installing Active Directory 2008 | Windows Server 2008

http://www.petri.co.il/installing-active-directory-windows-server-2008.htm

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VM Console error: Unable to connect to the MKS: Failed to connect to the server

To avoid losing access to the ESX host, perform the below steps:

1. Add the ESX server in your DNS
2. Edit your hostfile on the workstation (C:\Windows\System32\Drivers\etc\hosts\) and add your ESX server


Add ESX server host name and IP address in the hostfile then you will be able to open Console screen.

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How to Restore Recycle Bin on XP machine.

Below you will find three methods of restoring your Recycle Bin to your desktop:


Method #1:

Right-click an empty area of your desktop -> Select Properties -> Click the Desktop tab
Click the Customize button -> Click Restore Default -> Exit all windows and restart your computer

Method #2:

Note: Be sure to make a backup copy of your registry prior to making any changes.

Go to Start>> Run. Type in: regedit [Enter]

Navigate to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows\CurrentVersion\Explorer\Desktop\NameSpace

Hold the mouse on NameSpace and right-click once. From the resulting menu, select Edit>> New>> Key

Copy and Paste the following Key code (including the brackets):

{645FF040-5081-101B-9F08-00AA002F954E}

Press Enter on your keyboard, exit the registry editor and restart your system.

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