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Add OU to Active Directory

Create a New Organizational Unit in AD:

To add a new Organizational Unit:

• Navigate to Object Management > OU Management.
• Click on the Add OU button.

• In the Create New OU form, fill in the following fields:
• Select Container: Click Select OU to choose the parent container where the new OU will be created.

• Select the container from the Active Directory Explorer.
• Once the container is selected, click on the Save button.

• In the Create New OU form, fill in the following fields:
• Name: Enter the name for the new OU.
• Description: Add a brief description for identification.
• Assigned Manager: Select a user to be assigned as the OU manager.
• Click on the Select User button to assign a user as manager.

• In the Active Directory Explorer select a user to assign as manager for the OU.
• Once done with the user selection, click on the Save button.

• Protect from Accidental Deletion: Check this box to safeguard the OU from accidental removal.
• Click Save Details to create the new OU in Active Directory.

Note:

1. Always select the correct OU container before creation.
2. Avoid using special characters in OU names to maintain compatibility.
3. Assign a manager for administrative accountability and easier delegation.