How to Add Server Roles in Windows Server — Step by Step
Adding roles in Windows Server — Server Manager, Add Roles Wizard, common roles explained (AD DS, DNS, DHCP, File Server, IIS). Beginner guide.
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Windows Server install ho gaya — ab use "server" banane ke liye Roles add karo. Ye decide karta hai server kya karega.
Add a Role — Steps
- Server Manager kholo (auto-opens)
Manage → Add Roles and Features- Next → Role-based installation → Next
- Server select → Next
- Check role choose karo (e.g., Active Directory Domain Services)
- Add Features popup → Add Features
- Next → Install → done!
Common Roles Explained
| Role | Kya Karta Hai |
| AD DS | Users, computers, permissions manage |
| DNS Server | Names → IP translate |
| DHCP Server | IP addresses auto-assign |
| File Server | Shared folders |
| Web Server (IIS) | Websites host |
| Print Server | Printer share |
| Remote Desktop | Remote access |
After Installing AD DS
Yellow warning triangle dikhega — "Promote to Domain Controller" click karo → wizard → domain set → restart.
PowerShell Way
Install-WindowsFeature AD-Domain-Services -IncludeManagementTools
Beginner Lab Setup
- VM mein Windows Server install
- AD DS role add
- Domain promote (e.g.,
lab.local) - Client PC join karo
Hindi Tips
- Ek server pe multiple roles chal sakte hain
- AD DS ke baad "Promote" step mat bhoolo
- Lab mein practice karo — production pe direct mat try
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