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I have the following situation: a network with 3 servers loaded with Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition.
1 server is the DC + Exchange, another one is an application server, and the 3rd one is the Terminal Services server.
I want to upgrade the Terminal Server one to Windows Server 2008 Standard 64-bit to be able to use more than 4 GB.
Is there any conflicts with using a server with 2008 (which has the Terminal Server role) in a network with a domain controller using 2003? I was researching on-line, but could not get a clear answer.
Thank you.

HMBNETPC.

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Justin Owens

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HMBNETPC

ASKER

Thank you for your reply, DrUltima.
You are correct: it is 2003 Server 32-bit. Question: can I upgrade from Server 2003 32-bit to Server 2003 64-bit?
Thx.
HMBNETPC

Justin Owens

No.... You cannot "upgrade" inplace from any 32bit platform to a 64bit platform. Your only recourse is a reinstall. Do you need assistance in making sure your data is properly migrated to the rebuilt server?

DrUltima

HMBNETPC

ASKER

Thank you, sir!

HMBNETPC

ASKER

DrUltima;
thanks for the info.
Once I reformat with Server 2003 Standard 64-bit, I believe I will have to re-create the Terminal Server settings for the users, correct?

HMBNETPC.

Justin Owens

That is correct.

HMBNETPC

ASKER

Got it.
Thanks SO much for your accurate and prompt response.
best regards,

HMBNETPC.