Re: HDI Rename a Computer?
From: Lanwench [MVP - Exchange] (lanwench_at_heybuddy.donotsendme.unsolicitedmail.atyahoo.com)
Date: 12/02/04
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Date: Thu, 2 Dec 2004 12:28:07 -0500
Jeff P wrote:
> We are currently running SBS2003 with Windows XP clients. Each
> computer is named for the user to make it easier to track and for
> Remote Access.
I don't do that. I use generic names - workstation001, 002, etc - and put
PTouch labels on each computer so the user knows what PC they're sitting at.
Changing computer names when you change users is a waste of time!
> I've switched users on a machine and need an easy way
> to rename the computer (migrating a user profile would be a bonus).
Use roaming profiles for users - this isn't related to the computer name
anyway.
> I've tried using the System under Control Panel, KB article 298593
> which uses XP tools and nothing seems to work.
What happens when you log in locally as an admin, and try using control
panel? It should work.
> Please help - and
> Microsoft please add this feature to Systems Management.
>
> Is there a way to remove the computer from the Domain, rename it, and
> then add it back to the domain?
Yes, but as I said, I consider this a huge waste of time. It isn't needed.
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