6.1 Configuration Checklist

Use the following checklist to guide you in configuring DRA for first-time use.

Steps

Details

Apply a DRA license

Use the Health Check Utility to apply a DRA license. For more information about DRA licenses, see Licensing Requirements.

Open Delegation and Configuration

Using the DRA service account, log on to a computer where the Delegation and Configuration Console is installed. Open the console.

Add the first managed domain to DRA

Add the first managed domain to DRA.

NOTE:You can start delegating powers after the initial Full Account Refresh completes.

Add managed domains and subtrees

Optional: Add additional managed domains and subtrees to DRA. For more information about managed domains, see Adding Managed Domains.

Configure DCOM Settings

Optional: Configure DCOM settings. For more information about DCOM settings, see Configuring DCOM Settings.