How to Join a Domain with an Existing Computer Account in Server
How to Join a Domain with an Existing Computer Account in ServerOverviewIn some situations, such as a system error or hard disk failure, Windows may not boot up properly and require a reinstallation. After reinstalling Windows, you might need to rejoin the computer to the domain. This tutorial will guide through the process of re-linking the computer to the existing domain account, which is more convenient than manually deleting the existing computer account from the domain controller server.Step-by-Step ProcedureRename the PC: Before rejoining the domain, ensure that the computer name matches the existing computer account in domain.2023-03-20_095232.pngNavigate to System Properties > Computer Name > Network ID....2023-03-20_095241.pngChoose the network type: Select the option "This computer is part of a business network; I use it to connect to other computers at work" and click Next.2023-03-20_095246.pngSelect the domain option: Choose "My company uses a network with a domain" and click Next.2023-03-20_095250.pngClick Next to continue.2023-03-20_095254.pngProvide domain credentials: Enter the required privileged domain account credentials and click Next.2023-03-20_095312.pngRe-link the existing computer account: If the existing computer account is found in the domain, click Yes to re-link it.2023-03-20_095319.pngSkip domain user account creation: Select "Do not add a domain user account" and click Next.2023-03-20_095329.pngFinish and reboot: Click Finish and restart the computer.2023-03-20_095348.pngComplete the domain rejoining: After logging in again, the computer will have rejoined the domain.2023-03-20_095504.pngConclusionBy following the steps, you can conveniently rejoin a domain without having to access the domain controller server to delete the existing computer account. This method provides an easier way to reconnect your computer to the domain after a system error or hard disk failure.