If your have a Windows network in your business, it is most likely that it is set with an Active Directory (AD). The AD keeps track of all the devices and users on your network. It also acts as the main “traffic cop” for your network – authenticating users and keeping track of their rights on your network.
That is a critical function on your network! If that electronic traffic cop is not “on the job”, unauthorized users could enter your system or users can enter data files for which they do not have permissions.
What would happen if the sole AD of a network got damaged? You would not be able enter the network or use devices attached to the network. Would that be a problem? — You bet!
So how do you safeguard yourself? Set up a backup AD on your network. Your secondary AD keeps in touch with the primary one. If the primary AD is damaged or is not working, the secondary (or backup) AD will take over the primary AD’s functions while you work to restore the damaged one. This will allow you to use your network, its devices and data without being shut down by the loss of a sole AD.
A word to the wise should be sufficient.
