To search for a computer
- On the Action menu, click Find to display the Find window.
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In the Find box, click Computers.
- In the In box, select the domain, container or Managed Unit you want to search, or click Browse to locate a domain, container or Managed Unit.
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In the Name box, type the name of the computer you want to find.
TIP: You can search using partial search criteria. For example, B in the Name box will return all computers whose name begins with the letter B.
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(Optional) In the Role box, click one of the following:
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Domain Controller: Use this option to find only domain controllers.
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Workstations and Servers: Use this option to find only workstations and servers (not domain controllers).
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- To start your search, click Find Now.
NOTE: Consider the following when searching for a computer:
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You can use the Advanced tab for more powerful search options. For details, see Using advanced search options.
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The found objects are displayed at the bottom of the Find window.
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You can manage the found objects directly from the list in the Find window by right-clicking a list item, then using commands on the shortcut menu to perform management tasks.