Introduction
If your organization follows a single-forest topology and utilises password hash synchronization to manage authentication, it may be advantageous to consider using the Express Settings option when installing Microsoft Entra Connect.
This article provides a comprehensive walkthrough of the Microsoft Entra Connect installation process. The installation process is carried out using express settings, which alleviates the user from the burden of configuring all the necessary settings manually.
Benefits for organisations
This option is designed to simplify the installation process and is ideal for the organisation looking to create a hybrid identity environment, the most frequently deployed scenario. By opting for the Express Settings option, you can extend your on-premises directory to the cloud quickly and effortlessly with just a few straightforward steps.
This wizard automatically configures password hash synchronization, allowing users to use their existing on-premises credentials to access cloud-based services and enjoy a seamless authentication experience. This, in turn, will enable your organisation to enjoy enhanced productivity and security, as well as time and cost savings resulting from a streamlined installation process.
With the Automatic Upgrade feature enabled, the software updates will be performed by the server without the administrator’s effort whenever a newer version is available.
The figure below illustrates a standard topology with a single on-premise forest consisting of one or more domains and a Microsoft Entra tenant.
Implementation
By following the steps outlined in this guide, the Admin can successfully install Microsoft Entra Connect on their environment with ease and without encountering any complications. Before installing, please ensure to complete the prerequisites.
- Download Microsoft Entra Connect.
- Go to AzureADConnect.msi and double-click to open the installation file.
- Select the checkbox to agree to the licensing terms and select Continue.
- Select Use Express settings.
- Enter your global or Hybrid Identity Administrator credentials to connect to Entra ID.
- Enter your on-premise AD enterprise admin credentials and select Next.
- Press Install to start the installation.
- Please wait for the installation to complete.
- Please select “Exit” to initiate synchronization between the on-premise objects and Microsoft Entra Tenant.
Verify the installation
Verify the service account created by the Microsoft Entra Connect wizard with the installation identifier running. This account must have directory replication permissions in the local Active Directory and write permission on certain attributes to enable Hybrid Deployment.
Verify that the sync service is running
Open services. msc to verify the sync service state.
Verify the Synchronization
Please open the Synchronization Manager to verify the synchronization operations.
Verify the users synced to Entra ID
Please sign into the Microsoft 365 admin portal to view the synced users.
Conclusion
Microsoft Entra Connect Sync is essential for integrating your on-premises directory with Entra ID. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can successfully install Entra Connect on your environment with ease and without encountering any complications. Once established, you can enjoy enhanced productivity, security, and time and cost savings resulting from a streamlined authentication process.
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