AWS Managed Microsoft AD adds Multi-Region replication for Opt-In regions

AWS Managed Microsoft AD Multi-Region Replication

AWS Directory Service for Microsoft Active Directory now supports Multi-Region replication in AWS Opt-In regions, allowing domain-joined workloads to connect to AWS Managed Microsoft AD across regions.

Key Features

• Automated Multi-Region replication
• Deploys domain controllers in separate Availability Zones per region
• Replicates all directory data including users, groups, Group Policy Objects, and schema
• Configures an Active Directory site per region to optimize authentication performance and minimize cross-region data transfer costs

Availability

Available in AWS Opt-In regions where AWS Managed Microsoft AD is available, except the Middle East (UAE) and Middle East (Bahrain) Regions.

What to do

• Review the Configure Multi-Region replication guide to get started

Source: AWS release notes

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