Replicate folder targets using DFS Replication
Applies To: Windows Server 2003 R2
You can use DFS Replication to keep the contents of folder targets in sync so that users see the same files regardless of which folder target the client computer is referred to.
To replicate folder targets using DFS Replication
Click Start, point to Administrative Tools, and then click DFS Management.
In the console tree, under the Namespaces node, right-click a folder that has two or more folder targets, and then click Replicate Folder.
Follow the instructions in the Replicate Folder Wizard.
Important
- Replication does not begin immediately. The topology and DFS Replication settings must be replicated to all domain controllers, and each member in the replication group must poll its closest domain controller to obtain these settings. The amount of time this takes depends on Active Directory replication latency and the long polling interval (60 minutes) on each member.
Note
- To perform this procedure, you must be a member of the Domain Admins group in Active Directory, or you must have been delegated the appropriate authority.
See Also
Concepts
Security requirements for setting up and managing DFS Replication
Delegate management permissions for an existing namespace
Introduction to DFS Replication
DFS Replication requirements
Replication groups and replicated folders
Replication topologies
Replication schedules and bandwidth
What to expect during initial replication