Applies to: Exchange Server 2013

Topic Last Modified: 2013-02-15

Microsoft Exchange Server 2013 Setup has detected that the computer you’re attempting to install Exchange 2013 on is an Active Directory domain controller. Installing Exchange 2013 on a domain controller isn’t recommended.

If you install Exchange 2013 on a domain controller, be aware of the following issues:

We recommend that you install Exchange 2013 on a member server.

Having problems? Ask for help in the Exchange forums. Visit the forums at: Exchange Server, Exchange Online, or Exchange Online Protection

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