with current release (2.2.23) ldapsearch I don't see any problems in searching AD when referrals are returned. Unless further evidence of an error is reported, I'd close this issue. p. -- Pierangelo Masarati mailto:pierangelo.masarati@sys-net.it SysNet - via Dossi,8 27100 Pavia Tel: +390382573859 Fax: +390382476497