Update DNS Server IP Address on Clients

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I would like to update all client workstations' TCP/IP settings on my
Active Directory domain with a new DNS server IP Address. Is there a
way to do this remotely without having to logon to each workstation?

Thanks, rom.
 
The easiest way is thru Option 006 in DHCP but since you're posting this
question, I'm assuming you're not using DHCP. Can I ask why not?
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I am using DHCP with NAT on a Firewall.

I am looking at those sites for the scripts... already founds some good tips.

Thanks, rom.
 
The easiest way is thru Option 006 in DHCP but since you're posting this
question, I'm assuming you're not using DHCP. Can I ask why not?

You can script the change to happen during logon thru a GPO, if you're using
GPO's and logon scripts. Or even a Reg entry in a script in the logon
script. Otherwise a script with the IP addresses of the target machines may
be the best bet. You may find something at these sites for script examples
to do this:

See Microsof't Script Center
www.microsoft.com/technet

Tons of scripts at this site and they're all Free!
http://cwashington.netreach.net

Free-Scripts.Net:
http://www.free-scripts.net/

Real Men Don't Click -- Download scripts and other utilities:
http://isg.ee.ethz.ch/tools/realmen/down/

VBscripter by Twisted Technologies, Inc.:
http://www.vbscripter.com/

Welcome to joeware.net:
http://www.joeware.net/

Or you can try a 3rd party scripting tool such as Winbatch:
http://files.windowware.com/

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Regards,
Ace

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Microsoft Windows MVP - Active Directory
 
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vbeer said:
I am using DHCP with NAT on a Firewall.

I am looking at those sites for the scripts... already founds some
good tips.

Thanks, rom.
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Hmm, I would highly recommend using WIndows DHCP. You can do this in one
step with it, no scripts.

Besides, if using Active Directory, it's highly advisable to use Windows
DHCP since the APIs are tied together with Windows DNS. Routers are not
recommended for this function. They are normally meant for small networks or
home networks NOT running AD.

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Regards,
Ace

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Microsoft Windows MVP - Active Directory
 
Besides, if using Active Directory, it's highly advisable to use Windows
DHCP since the APIs are tied together with Windows DNS. Routers are not
recommended for this function. They are normally meant for small networks or
home networks NOT running AD.
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Ok good point. My scenario right now is that I have 2 smaller branch
offices with 3 computers in each connecting back (VPN) to the main
office where there are about 17 users and 2 Win2K DCs. If I were to
move the DHCP to Win2K
do you recommend keeping the 2 branch offices using their own
firewall's DHCP? If the DHCP were not local, how well would that work
over the tunnel back to the Win2Ks in the main office?

Thanks, rom.
 
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vbeer said:
Ok good point. My scenario right now is that I have 2 smaller branch
offices with 3 computers in each connecting back (VPN) to the main
office where there are about 17 users and 2 Win2K DCs. If I were to
move the DHCP to Win2K
do you recommend keeping the 2 branch offices using their own
firewall's DHCP? If the DHCP were not local, how well would that work
over the tunnel back to the Win2Ks in the main office?

Thanks, rom.
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I still wouldn't really use the router's DHCP service if at all possible,
but in this case, I guess you could, but would make sure that the client's
DNS configs are only using the main office's DNS. As long as they are W2k or
XP clients, they will be able to register into DNS (if that is important for
you).

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Regards,
Ace

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This posting is provided "AS IS" with no warranties.

Ace Fekay, MCSE 2000, MCSE+I, MCSA, MCT, MVP
Microsoft Windows MVP - Active Directory
 
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