How To Turn On Active Directory Users And Computers Jun 2026

Now that your tools are active, you are ready to start managing your domain objects!

Here’s a clear, step-by-step write-up on how to turn on (enable) Active Directory Users and Computers, along with enabling disabled user accounts.

: Right-click the Start button and select Settings . how to turn on active directory users and computers

Starting with newer versions of Windows 11, management tools are found under System Settings.

Right-click the disabled user account and select Properties . Now that your tools are active, you are

If ADUC is not already available on your machine, you need to install the tool first.

By following these steps, you should now have Active Directory Users and Computers enabled on your Windows Server or client. This will allow you to manage and administer your AD environment effectively. Starting with newer versions of Windows 11, management

(Note: This command enables the AD PowerShell module, which typically bundles the ADUC GUI components along with it.)

However, if you have just installed a new server or a Windows 10/11 machine, you won’t find ADUC in the Start menu by default. It is a "Feature on Demand" that must be manually enabled.

Enabling Active Directory Users and Computers is a straightforward process whether you prefer PowerShell or the GUI. For speed, stick with the PowerShell command ( Add-WindowsCapability ). For ease of use, the Windows Settings menu is the way to go.