windows 10 install active directory users and computers

How to Install Active Directory Users and Computers on Windows 10

Are you struggling to find the Active Directory Users and Computers (ADUC) tool on your Windows 10 machine? Installing RSAT (Remote Server Administration Tools) can help you regain access to this essential tool for managing your AD and Windows server environment. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you install ADUC on Windows 10.

Step 1: Enable AD DS Tools

To start, ensure that 'AD DS Tools' is checked. Then, select 'OK.'

Step 2: Expand Remote Server Administration Tools

Scroll down and expand the 'Remote Server Administration Tools' section.

Step 3: Install RSAT (Windows 8 and older versions)

In Windows 8 or older versions of Windows 10, right-click the Start button and choose 'Control Panel' > 'Programs' > 'Programs and Features' > 'Turn Windows features on or off.'

Step 4: Download and install RSAT

Download and install one of the following depending on your version of Windows:

* For Windows 8 and Windows 10 Version 1803 or Lower

* Select 'RSAT: Active Directory Domain Services and Lightweight Directory Tools' from the list.

Step 5: Install ADUC (Windows 10)

Right-click the Start button and choose 'Settings' > 'Apps' > 'Manage optional features' > 'Add feature.'

Alternatively, you can use PowerShell to install ADUC. Run the command `Get-WindowsCapability -Name RSAT* -Online | Select-Object -Property DisplayName, State` in Windows PowerShell (Admin) mode.

Step 6: Verify Installation

Once installed, you should be able to access ADUC from within the Administrative Tools window as usual.

Additional Tools Installed

Along with ADUC, you will have also installed the Active Directory Module for Windows PowerShell and other essential tools such as ADSI Edit, Active Directory Domains and Trusts, Active Directory Sites and Services, and Active Directory Administrative Center.

By following these steps, you should be able to install Active Directory Users and Computers on your Windows 10 machine. This process may take a few minutes, but once complete, you'll have regained access to this powerful tool for managing your AD and Windows server environment.

Windows 10 install active directory users and computers