correct procedure for renaming computers in a win2k domain

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Jason Gallas

What is the procedure? Assuming I have a computer install via RIS and want
to rename it, how do I do it? Do I do it from the computer itself? And if
so, what is the purpose of the "reset account" option when you right click a
computer in ADUC?
 
There are a couple ways to do it. You can rename it on the computer and reboot to
update AD and dns or you can use a utility like netdom. Do not use the reset account
option unless you are rebuilding a domain computer as it will break the secure
channel/computer password on an existing domain computer. See KB links below for more
info. --- Steve

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;216393 --- description
of what reset account does.
http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;298593 -- similar for W2K
 
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