Replacing server (SBS2003 / Domain Controller)

Question

I am going to be replacing an older server running SBS2003 that functions as the domain controller and exchange server with a Dell SC430.  Initially I thought that I could build up the new server with the same domain name and settings, and the workstations would log in automatically; however, it didn't work.  After some research, i believe it has to do with different SIDs.    There are 10 users on the network, each who log into the domain on their respective computers and store a lot of information in their domain profiles.  I had contemplated having them join a new domain and merging their profiles, but I'm not sure that is the best solution.   Are there any tools to easily migrate from one SBS2003 install to another?  I've seen a few AD migration tools, but I'd love to get some feedback on them.   Also, I'd rather not resort to ghosting the configuration over, but would that work?   Thanks in advance

mombodog · Answer

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/892778   'Change security identifiers (SIDs) and other system and configuration settings to make them unique.'

mombodog · Answer

http://salaam.cs.buap.mx/EBOOKS/LINUX/Microsoft%20Windows%20Small%20Business%20Server%202003%20Installation,%20Administration,%20Configuration%20and%20Troubleshooting,%20Delivery%20Guide%20(06-2003).pdf     a slow download but it may be of help. SBS 2003 Installation, Administration, Configuration and Troubleshooting.  Delivery Guide

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