AD Lab Provisioning with AutomatedLab

This project uses PowerShell and AutomatedLab to create a simulated Active Directory lab environment for training and testing purposes.

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🖥️ Lab Overview

Machines:

• DC1 – Windows Server 2022 Domain Controller for Domain.com
• Client1 – Windows 11 machine joined to the domain

Active Directory Structure:

• OUs: IT, HR, Sales, Marketing, Support
• Groups: IT Admins, HR Team
• Users: 10 sample users distributed across OUs
  • Even-numbered users → IT Admins
  • Odd-numbered users → HR Team

Network:

• Virtual Switch: Labnet
• IP Range: Custom /24 subnet

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🔧 Features

• ✅ Realistic OU and group structure
• ✅ GPO-ready lab setup
• ✅ Simulated enterprise environment
• ✅ Great for practicing AD management

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🛠️ Tools Used

• PowerShell ISE
• AutomatedLab
• Hyper-V
• Windows Server 2022 ISO
• Windows 11 ISO

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🎯 Learning Outcomes

• Practiced GPO creation and linking
• Simulated user logons and role-based access
• Managed AD users and groups
• Gained confidence with enterprise IT infrastructure

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⚙️ Notes

• Ensure the Ethernet Adapter is connected to the default switch or an external virtual switch for internet access
• Download ISOs beforehand and place them in the correct folder