[pradeep_pkd2001]

Hi Guys,

I thought of posing a new topic . Kindly enlighten us how many ways we can take

back of AD in order to reduce the risk of damaging SAMS database.

Your early response will highly appreciable.

Regards,
Pradeep

[Ossian]

There is only one way to back up Active Directory -- a system state backup of the domain controller(s).
The backup frequency will depend on how often your directory changes, but will probably be weekly or more frequently

Edit -- more info here: http://www.petri.co.il/backup-window...-directory.htm

[Akila]

You need to backup both the SystemState and the System Volume to be covered.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/263532/en-us
even though this TID talks about different hardware it is relevant on the same Hardware configuration as well, we tested and proofed to be needed and it was confirmed by a PFE.

[crosbyj]

Look up the page below to find out the backup types and procedures.

http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/l...7048.aspx#ENAA

Read the content carefully you'll learn about backup and restore.

Thanks