Replacing a server

[NEXCOMPAC]

I got to be honest, this will be the first time I've had the chance to replace a server in a 2003 enviornment running Active Directory. I will need some pointers and helpers.

First, you might want to know what I have and going to do. We have two servers running 2003. One needs to be replaced and we are using a Dell to do it. (no peanut gallery plz) I need to demote the server I think and take it off the network. How does this happen and how do I know which is the Primary DC? Then of corse, I'll need to migrate the Active Directory over, replace any and all roles the previous server had, and then promote it to the primary DC. Crossing all fingers, everything should sync. These are the basic steps im sure, but fill in the gaps and point me to any sites that could lend a hand. I will continue to update this post as I contiue to search.
Thanks

I found this acticle found HERE but its not really what I think I need to do.

 

[NEXCOMPAC]

I found this page: How to replace the current primary DNS server with a new primary DNS server in Windows Server 2003
HERE which I think is pointing me in the right direction.

 

[skialta]

Keep in mind that in Active Directory there is no PDC or BDC. However, there are FSMO roles so make sure you transfer those to the active domain controller. I suggest you leave the old box up as is, install the new server with Win2003, and promote it using DCPROMO from the Run line. Once you do this, you can then install DNS, WINS, etc (whatever you want on that box). Then, when you are comfortable with everything, demote the old box using DCPROMO. That's it in a nutshell without the specific directions.