Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) are a set of tools that IT administrators can use to manage Windows Server from a remote computer. For Windows 10 users, adding RSAT is a straightforward process that enhances their administrative capabilities, especially when managing Active Directory (AD) environments.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to adding Active Directory RSAT Tools on Windows 10:
- Open Settings: Click on the Start menu and select ‘Settings’.
- Access Optional Features: Navigate to ‘Apps’ and then click on ‘Optional features’.
- Add a Feature: Click on ‘Add a feature’ at the top of the page.
- Search for RSAT: In the search box, type ‘RSAT’ to find all the available RSAT tools.
- Select Your Tools: Choose the specific RSAT tools you need. For Active Directory management, you might select ‘RSAT: Active Directory Domain Services and Lightweight Directory Services Tools’.
- Install: Click ‘Install’ to add the selected tools to your system.
Once installed, you can access the RSAT tools from the Start menu, under ‘Windows Administrative Tools’. It’s important to note that RSAT tools are only supported on Windows 10 Professional, Enterprise, or Education editions.
For those who prefer using PowerShell, RSAT tools can also be installed via command line. Here’s an example PowerShell command to install all RSAT tools:
Get-WindowsCapability -Name RSAT* -Online | Add-WindowsCapability –Online
And to install a specific RSAT tool, such as Active Directory Domain Services tools, you would use:
Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name Rsat.ActiveDirectory.DS-LDS.Tools
By adding RSAT tools to your Windows 10 system, you enhance your ability to manage and maintain your AD environment efficiently, without the need for direct access to your servers. This not only streamlines administrative tasks but also provides a level of convenience and flexibility for IT professionals.
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