Prepare AD for SCCM Publishing

Ref.Click Set up a Configuration Manager lab for detailed setup instructions and access to all necessary download links for the lab.

1. Extend the AD Schema

   • run: extadsch.exe

   • Check C:\extadsch.log for success

2. Create System Management Container

   • Use ADSI Edit

     • Connect to CN=System

     • Right-click > New > Object > Container > Name: System Management

3. Delegate Full Control to the SCCM server:

   • Open AD Users and Computers > Advanced View

   • Right-click System Management > Delegate Control

   • Add SCCM Server (e.g. SCCMSRV) > Full Control

The extadsch.exe tool is in the SMSSETUP\BIN\X64 folder on the Configuration Manager installation media. Run this tool from a command line to view feedback while it runs.