Based on this article, it shows how to configure a PC to find the closest Global Catalog server. How can I do this through a GPO instead of touching each client? How to configure Outlook to a specific global catalog server or to the closest global catalog server http://support.microsoft.com/kb/319206 Devon Harding Windows Systems Engineer Southern Wine & Spirits - BSG 954-602-2469 This message is the property of Southern Wine & Spirits or its affiliates. It is intended only for the use of the individual or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is non-public, proprietary, privileged, confidential, and exempt from disclosure under applicable law or may constitute as attorney work product. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any use, dissemination, distribution, or copying of this communication is strictly prohibited. If you have received this communication in error, notify us immediately by telephone and (i) destroy this message if a facsimile or (ii) delete this message immediately if this is an electronic communication. Thank you.