RODC Placement Considerations for Windows Server 2003 Domains

Applies To: Windows Server 2008

An RODC must replicate domain data from a domain controller running Windows Server 2008. Therefore, replication is among the most important considerations for determining where to place RODCs. This section provides guidance for placing RODCs in sites where they can maintain necessary replication connections.

It then discusses other points to keep in mind regarding RODC placement, in addition to considerations pertaining to the client operating system.

In this guide

Active Directory Replication Considerations

Additional RODC Placement Considerations