I want to install Azure ADConnect on Server 2025. Is it supported by Microsoft

Question

I want to install the latest Azure ADConnect on Server 2025. Is it supported by Microsoft?

From Microsoft Site for Installation Prerequisites show 2022.

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/entra/identity/hybrid/connect/how-to-connect-install-prerequisites

Installation prerequisites

• Microsoft Entra Connect must be installed on a domain-joined Windows Server 2016 or later. We recommend using domain-joined Windows Server 2022. You can deploy Microsoft Entra Connect on Windows Server 2016. However, since Windows Server 2016 is in extended support, you might need a paid support program if you require support for this configuration.

Answer 1

Apparently not - at least not as of 01/07/25 - despite the designated correct answer claiming otherwise:

https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/answers/questions/2141005/entraconnect-support-for-windows-domain-controller

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Marcin

Answer 2

Hi @Delbert Brumley Admin

Thank you for reaching Microsoft Q&A Forum!

Yes, windows server 2025 is supported to install the Microsoft Entra Connect, but make sure you select the Active Directory schema version is latest one when you install the AD in domain controller. since the windows server 2025 is new we recommend use Windows Server 2022 for production.

Before installing, please follow the Prerequisites for Microsoft Entra Connect.

Hope this helps. if this is not your case, please let me know by responding in the comments section.

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