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2003 editions difference
Hi,
what is the difference between:
SQ.60
SW OEM WINDOWS SERVER 2003 R2/A
SW.24
SW OEM WINDOWS SBS 2003 5 CAL DEVICE ADD
SW.27
SW OEM WINDOWS 2003 SERVER AD 5 CAL DEV
Why ms makes is so complicated? (it's rethorical)
Thank you
what is the difference between:
SQ.60
SW OEM WINDOWS SERVER 2003 R2/A
SW.24
SW OEM WINDOWS SBS 2003 5 CAL DEVICE ADD
SW.27
SW OEM WINDOWS 2003 SERVER AD 5 CAL DEV
Why ms makes is so complicated? (it's rethorical)
Thank you
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that is a much better explenation than i gave. I tried to keep it simple. if he asks a question like this, i think explaining it like that is OTT for him, but instead of saying FSMO indeed i should have said AD Prep.
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Oh well, I am now more confused ...
I am sorry, I should have said I am not familiar with network, and server terms.
Don't know what active directory is, and waht it serves, same for domain controllers, and FSMO (which I didn't get even what it stands for.
That is NOT your fault, but my ignorance.
Do you mind if I twist a bit the question?
I need to install a server to run 4-5 machines, giving them internet access, and file sharing, while installing an inventory/accoun ting/cataloguing software to be shared by all the clients, and make daily back-ups.
Considering that which of them is for the need?
I am sorry, I should have said I am not familiar with network, and server terms.
Don't know what active directory is, and waht it serves, same for domain controllers, and FSMO (which I didn't get even what it stands for.
That is NOT your fault, but my ignorance.
Do you mind if I twist a bit the question?
I need to install a server to run 4-5 machines, giving them internet access, and file sharing, while installing an inventory/accoun ting/cataloguing software to be shared by all the clients, and make daily back-ups.
Considering that which of them is for the need?
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Thanks.
>>recommend you do an active directory course first
I might look into it, but right now, someone else is going to do it, I just want to know what he is doing, as the price difference is quite a bit between the 3 versions.
Just to be on the safe side, did I understand correctly that ANY of these 3 versions would suit my needs, and that I can safely go with the cheaper one, as all I need is what I said in the previous post?
>>recommend you do an active directory course first
I might look into it, but right now, someone else is going to do it, I just want to know what he is doing, as the price difference is quite a bit between the 3 versions.
Just to be on the safe side, did I understand correctly that ANY of these 3 versions would suit my needs, and that I can safely go with the cheaper one, as all I need is what I said in the previous post?
correct. only thing which your post did not say with the R2 is weither it has 5 CALs
You will need the CALs to legally have your clients connect to the server.
Also, make sure that its not JUST a CAL package. Sometimes they trick you like that being unclear in how they write it down. 2003 server R2 + 5 CALs costs about 650 euros while just 5 CALs cost about 100 euros.
You will need the CALs to legally have your clients connect to the server.
Also, make sure that its not JUST a CAL package. Sometimes they trick you like that being unclear in how they write it down. 2003 server R2 + 5 CALs costs about 650 euros while just 5 CALs cost about 100 euros.
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And Im pretty sure there is a standard and premium version of 2003 SBS
Might I suggest finding out exactly from your seller what each is and then asking for a comparison so all can better assist you.
zf
Might I suggest finding out exactly from your seller what each is and then asking for a comparison so all can better assist you.
zf
the thing is, 2003 server is never supplied without at least 5 CALs
SBS is even trickier as the base package costs about the same with 5 CALs as an additional 5 CALs as far as i checked pricelists.
SBS is cheapest, unless you use more than 5 users.
SBS is even trickier as the base package costs about the same with 5 CALs as an additional 5 CALs as far as i checked pricelists.
SBS is cheapest, unless you use more than 5 users.
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Thnak you all.
SBS is limited to 75 users but includes an exchange license.
http://redmondmag.com/features/article.asp?EditorialsID=416
your last one is a regular 2003 version with 5 client access licenses suitable for active directory