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Learn how to efficiently use `Add-ADGroupMember` in PowerShell for multiple users coming from different domains by leveraging LDAP filters and organizational strategies.
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Managing Multiple Users from Different Domains in PowerShell

In the realm of IT administration, managing users across multiple domains can often feel overwhelming, especially when using tools like PowerShell. One common task is adding users to Active Directory (AD) groups. This guide will walk you through a PowerShell solution for adding multiple users from different domains to a single AD group using the Add-ADGroupMember command.

The Problem

You've set up a system to manage user accounts and need to add multiple users from various domains to a specific AD group. The challenge arises when users from different domains need to be added simultaneously, and there is no central catalog available to pull all user account information directly. Instead, you're resorting to using their SAMAccountName to gather information about them.

The primary question is clear: How can you efficiently add users from different domains without querying each one individually?

Proposed Solution

The good news is that while it may seem necessary to search each domain separately, PowerShell offers a way to streamline this process using LDAP filters. This will allow you to send a single query to each domain instead of conducting multiple searches for individual users.

Step 1: Constructing the LDAP Filter

First, you need to build an LDAP filter that will capture all the users you wish to add. This can be done by using the pipe symbol (|), which denotes "OR" in LDAP syntax.

Here's how to set it up:

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This will generate a string like this:

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Step 2: Querying Users Efficiently

Now, you can create a table to hold the user information. With the constructed LDAP filter in hand, you can loop through the available domains and fetch the user data:

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Step 3: Adding Users to the Group

With the user data stored in $userTable, the final step is to add the users to the specified AD group. Here’s how you can refine your loop:

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Summary

Construct an LDAP filter to capture all usernames efficiently.

Utilize a single query against each domain to gather user information.

Add users to the specified AD group, handling exceptions when users aren’t found.

By following these steps, you streamline the process of adding users from different domains to a single AD group, making your PowerShell script not only efficient but also more maintainable.

Remember, the key point here is the use of LDAP filters alongside savvy querying tactics that can significantly reduce the complexity and time taken to add multiple users from various domains.

By implementing the strategies discussed in this post, you will enhance your PowerShell scripting capabilities and improve your Active Directory management tasks.