How to: Migrate G Suite Password Sync

G Suite Password Sync is a critical tool that allows seamless synchronization of user passwords between your on-premises Active Directory and G Suite accounts. When migrating G Suite Password Sync to a new server, it is essential to ensure continuous password synchronization without disrupting user access. This comprehensive guide will walk you through the steps of migrating G Suite Password Sync to a new server, allowing you to maintain smooth password synchronization and user management in your G Suite environment.

Step 1: Prepare the Destination Server

Before starting the migration, ensure that the destination server is ready to take over the G Suite Password Sync role:

1. Log in to the destination server using administrative credentials.
2. Ensure that the destination server meets the system requirements for G Suite Password Sync.
3. Download the latest version of G Suite Password Sync from the official G Suite Password Sync website.
4. Install G Suite Password Sync on the destination server and configure it to connect to your G Suite domain.

Step 2: Export G Suite Password Sync Configuration from the Source Server

On the source server, use the G Suite Password Sync configuration utility to export the G Suite Password Sync settings:

1. Open the G Suite Password Sync configuration utility on the source server.
2. Export the G Suite Password Sync settings to a backup file or a script.
3. Save the backup file in a secure location accessible from the destination server.

Step 3: Transfer the Backup File to the Destination Server

Copy the G Suite Password Sync backup file containing the exported settings from the source server to the destination server:

1. Use a secure method to transfer the backup file to the destination server. You can use file sharing, USB drives, or any other preferred method.
2. Place the file in a location accessible to the destination server and ensure it remains protected from unauthorized access.

Step 4: Import G Suite Password Sync Configuration to the Destination Server

On the destination server, use the G Suite Password Sync configuration utility to import the G Suite Password Sync configuration from the backup file:

1. Open the G Suite Password Sync configuration utility on the destination server.
2. Import the G Suite Password Sync settings and configuration from the backup file or script.
3. Verify that the G Suite Password Sync configuration on the destination server matches the settings on the source server.

Step 5: Test G Suite Password Sync Functionality on the Destination Server

After completing the migration, it’s crucial to test G Suite Password Sync functionality on the destination server:

1. Monitor G Suite Password Sync logs for any errors or warnings related to password synchronization.
2. Verify that user passwords are being synchronized correctly between your on-premises Active Directory and G Suite accounts.
3. Test password changes on both your on-premises Active Directory and G Suite accounts to confirm seamless synchronization.

Step 6: Update G Suite Password Sync Settings (If Needed)

If you made any changes to your G Suite domain settings during the migration, ensure they are updated in the G Suite Password Sync configuration:

1. Open the G Suite Password Sync configuration utility on the destination server.
2. Modify any necessary settings to reflect changes in your G Suite domain.
3. Save the changes to apply the updated G Suite Password Sync configuration.

Conclusion:

Migrating G Suite Password Sync to a new server is a crucial process to maintain seamless password synchronization between your on-premises Active Directory and G Suite accounts. By following this comprehensive guide, you have successfully exported G Suite Password Sync configurations from the source server, transferred them to the destination server, and updated the G Suite Password Sync settings. Verifying G Suite Password Sync functionality on the destination server ensures that user passwords are synchronized accurately, supporting smooth user management in your G Suite environment. With proper execution, the migration process allows for uninterrupted password synchronization and user access, contributing to efficient user management and enhanced productivity in your organization.