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Alexander Harrison
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Setting up DNS Forwarding for Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2

 

The basic instructions are as follows, with screenshots of what you should expect to see included below.

 

1. From the Start menu, start typing DNS, then select DNS from the search results.

 
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2. Choose the server you want to edit, then select Forwarders.

 
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3. Click the edit button.

 
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4. Add OpenDNS addresses in the IP address list.

Please write down your current DNS settings before switching to OpenDNS, in case you want to return to your old settings for any reason.

The addresses for Open DNS are:

  • 208.67.222.222
  • 208.67.220.220
  • 208.67.222.220
  • 208.67.220.222

Then click OK.

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6. Click OK once more

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NEXT: Test your new settings →

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