5.3

Performing a Machine Data Type Collection
Now you must perform a collection based on the Machines Data type. Refer to Performing an Initial
Collection for detailed procedures on how to perform a collection.
1. Configure the Machines page (Step 2) as follows:
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Add only your Domain Controllers to the Selected list.
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Select the Do not limit collection to deltas check box. Selecting this option ensures that a full
collection will occur during set up of VCM for Active Directory.
2. On the Data Types page (Step 3), select Machines .
IMPORTANT Click Administration | Job Manager | History | Instant Collections | Past 24 Hours to
verify that all jobs have completed before proceeding to the next step.
Configuring VCM for Active Directory as an Additional Product
Now that VCM is aware of your Domain Controllers, follow the steps listed below to configure VCM for
AD as an additional product.
1. Deploy VCM for AD to the Domain Controllers
2. Run the Determine Forest Action
3. Run the Setup DCs Action
Deploying VCM for AD to the Domain Controllers
Use the following procedure to install VCM for Active Directory on each Domain Controller from which
you want to collect data.
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