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Requirements

This topic describes the recommended configuration of the servers needed to install Recovery for Active Directory in a production environment.

RECOMMENDED: Review your environment and requirements with a Netwrixsupport engineer prior to deployment to ensure all exceptions are covered.

Architecture Overview

The following servers are required for installation of the application:

Core Component

  • Netwrix Recovery for Active Directory Application Server – This is where the (v2.6) application is installed
  • SQL Server for Recovery for Active Directory Database – As a data-intensive application, a well-provisioned, dedicated SQL Server is recommended
  • RSAT Extension – Active Directory Users and Computers extension enabling Recovery for Active Directory features from within Microsoft management utilities

See the following topics for server requirements:

Target Domain Considerations

The target domains include the Active Directory domains that can be added through the Domains Page. See the following topic for target domain considerations:

Target Server Considerations

Target servers include the servers and environments where you want to restore a domain controller or an entire forest. See the following topic for target server requirements: