6 How to join domain client to Server

 Certainly! To join a Windows client (such as Windows 10 or Windows 11) to a Windows Server (e.g., Windows Server 2016, 2019, or 2022) domain, follow these steps:

1. Basic Requirements and Preparations:

   • Ensure your Windows client meets the following prerequisites:
     • It must be running Windows Pro, Education, Pro for Workstations, or Enterprise editions (Home editions do not support joining domains).
     • Connect your device to a local network that can access at least one Active Directory (AD) domain controller.
     • Verify that your computer can resolve the domain name and access the domain controller (you can use the ping command to test connectivity).
     • Ensure the computer’s local time is within five minutes of the domain controller’s time for proper Kerberos authentication.
     • Optionally, set a meaningful hostname for your computer using the Control Panel or PowerShell.

2. Joining the Domain:

   • Using the classic Control Panel:
     • Press Win + R, type sysdm.cpl, and click OK.
     • In the System Properties window, go to the Computer Name tab and click Change.
     • Select Domain, enter your domain name, and click OK.
     • Provide the credentials of a user with delegated administrative AD permissions (either a regular AD user or a privileged domain administrator).
     • You’ll see a message welcoming you to the domain (e.g., “Welcome to the woshub.loc domain”).
     • Restart your computer.
   • Alternatively, you can use PowerShell:
     • Open an elevated PowerShell session.
     • Use the command: Add-Computer -DomainName "yourdomain.com".
     • Provide the necessary credentials when prompted.
     • Restart your computer.

3. Verify Domain Membership:

   • Log in to your Windows client using a domain account.
   • Customize your desktop environment as needed.

Remember to replace "yourdomain.com" with your actual domain name. If you encounter any issues during the process, feel free to ask for further assistance! 😊🚀