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Server 2003 doesn't have the SATA driver that 2008 has to properly get it installed
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Server 2003 doesn't have the SATA driver that 2008 has to properly get it installed

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Is there any way I can install SATA on the box so I can install server 2003?
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Is there any way I can install SATA on the box so I can install server 2003?

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I am trying to install Server 2003 x32 on Dell Precision T7400. When I boot to CD, I get a blue screen. Though when I boot to Server 2008 x32 CD, it installs ok. Any idea why?
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I am trying to install Server 2003 x32 on Dell Precision T7400. When I boot to CD, I get a blue screen. Though when I boot to Server 2008 x32 CD, it installs ok. Any idea why?

Installing Server 2003

The Microsoft Server topic includes all of the legacy versions of the operating system, including the Windows NT 3.1, NT 3.5, NT 4.0 and Windows 2000 and Windows Home Server versions.

Microsoft Server OS

Servers are computing devices that are similar to desktop computers in that they have the same basic components, but are significantly different in size, configuration and purpose. Servers are usually accessed over a network, and many run unattended, without a computer monitor, input device, audio hardware or USB interfaces. Many servers do not have a graphical user interface (GUI), and are configured and managed remotely. Servers typically include hardware redundancy such as dual power supplies, RAID disk systems, and ECC memory, along with extensive pre-boot memory testing and verification. Critical components might be hot swappable, and to guard against overheating, servers might have more powerful fans or use water cooling.

Server Hardware

A desktop computer is a personal computer designed for use at a single location due to its size and power requirements, usually by one person. The most common configuration has a case that houses the power supply, motherboard, disk storage (usually one or more hard disk drives and optical disc drives); a keyboard and mouse for input; and computer monitor and printer for output. The case may be oriented horizontally and placed atop a desk or vertically and placed underneath or beside a desk.