Hp PROLIANT DL180 G5, PROLIANT ML115, PROLIANT BL260C G5, PROLIANT ML310 G3 Implementing Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 RC1
Implementing Microsoft® Windows® Small
Business Server 2008 RC1 on HP ProLiant servers
integration note
Abstract.............................................................................................................................................. 2
Introduction to Microsoft® Windows Small Business Server 2008 ............................................................. 2
Benefits of Windows Small Business Server 2008 ................................................................................ 3
System requirements............................................................................................................................. 4
Recommended system configuration ................................................................................................... 4
Supported HP ProLiant servers ........................................................................................................... 5
Supported Software and Options........................................................................................................... 7
Software ..................................................................................................................................... 7
Storage options............................................................................................................................ 7
Network interface controllers ......................................................................................................... 9
Deploying Windows Small Business Server 2008 RC1 on ProLiant servers ............................................... 10
Pre-installation tasks........................................................................................................................ 10
Install Windows Small Business Server 2008 RC1.............................................................................. 10
Install the ProLiant Support Pack (PSP)............................................................................................... 11
PSP requirements........................................................................................................................ 11
Installing the PSP ........................................................................................................................ 11
Appendix A: Known issues and workarounds ....................................................................................... 13
For more information.......................................................................................................................... 14
Call to action .................................................................................................................................... 14
Abstract
This integration note describes the level of support available for Microsoft® Windows® Small
Business Server 2008 Release Candidate 1 (RC1) on HP ProLiant servers. The purpose of this paper is
to provide guidance to customers during installation of the operating system. For more information,
visit the HP website at
IMPORTANT:
This paper is targeted for customers who are testing pre-release
versions of Windows Small Business Server 2008. The HP
supported products listed herein is subject to change until the
product has been by Microsoft.
Key topics addressed in this paper:
• Supported configurations of ProLiant servers
• Recommended system configuration and server platforms
• Supported software, storage options, and network adapters
• Procedures for new installations
• Known issues
www.hp.com/go/winessentialfamily.
NOTE:
To obtain a trial version of Windows Small Business Server 2008
RC1, visit the Microsoft website: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-
us/evalcenter/cc184870.aspx
Introduction to Microsoft® Windows Small Business Server 2008
Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 provides an unparalleled out-of-the-box experience
for a small business customer. Building upon earlier versions of the small business platform, Windows
Small Business Server 2008 offers easier setup and installation, simplified management, and
improved network-wide security features for the small business customer.
NOTE:
Windows Small Business Server 2008 is only available as a 64-bit
operating system; you must have a 64-bit processor to install and
use Windows Small Business Server 2008.
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Windows Small Business Server 2008 is available in the following editions:
• Standard Edition
• Premium Edition
Figure 1. Windows Small Business Server 2008 edition features
Benefits of Windows Small Business Server 2008
Windows Small Business Server 2008 offers a complete solution designed for small businesses with 5
to 75 desktop clients. Small businesses will benefit from the following achievements of Windows
Small Business Server 2008:
• Simplified installation and configuration—Windows Small Business Server 2008 integrates multiple
product installations into a single, easy to use deployment wizard reducing installation time and
complexity.
• Simplified management—A streamlined management console presents the administrator with
relevant system information and a matching set of tasks allowing for a simple, efficient, and
effective process that even a non-technical person can perform.
• Enhanced Business Productivity—Windows Small Business Server 2008 offers advanced
collaboration tools like Remote Web Workplace and SharePoint Services providing web site
administration and security allowing small businesses to remain competitive with their larger
counterparts.
• Network-wide Protection—Windows Small Business Server 2008 integrates leading-edge
protection technologies to provide real-time network status and protects small business networks and
valuable data.
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System requirements
Windows Small Business Server 2008 RC1 should install on any ProLiant server listed in the
“Recommended system platform” section of this document when the server meets the hardware
configuration established by Microsoft.
Carefully review this document for the recommended system configuration and possible issues that
might be encountered. Do not use this paper as the sole source of information. In addition to the
websites mentioned throughout this paper, visit the Windows Small Business Server 2008 support
page at
Recommended system configuration
Microsoft has established the recommended system configurations listed in Table 1 for Windows
Small Business Server 2008 RC1 installations.
Table 1. Recommended system configuration
www.microsoft.com/windowsserver/essential/sbs/default.mspx.
Component
Management Server SQL Server (Premium Edition Only)
Processor
RAM per processor 4 GB (minimum) 32 GB (maximum) 2 GB (minimum) 32 GB (maximum
Hard drive
NICs One, 100 Mbps (minimum) One, 100 Mbps (minimum)
Internet Internet access and a Windows Live account may be required
Monitor Super-VGA (800 × 600) or higher-resolution monitor
Fax Modem Fax Services require a fax modem
DVD-ROM drive DVD-ROM drive
Keyboard and pointing device Keyboard Microsoft mouse or compatible pointing device
2 GHz (or greater) clock speed
(x64 processor)
OS partition: 60 GB (minimum free
space)
Requirement
2 GHz (or greater) clock speed
(x86 or x64 processors)
for x64 processor) or 4 GB
(maximum for x86 processor)
OS partition: 10 GB (minimum free
space), 40 GB (recommended free
space)
NOTE:
Windows Small Business Server 2008 supports the following client
operating systems:
• Windows XP Professional Edition SP2 or later
• Windows Vista Business, Enterprise, and Ultimate
• Windows Mobile 5.0 or later
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Supported HP ProLiant servers
Table 2 lists the ProLiant servers that support Windows Small Business Server 2008 RC1. ROM
versions and ROM dates are included. Refer to the following web resources to assist in determining
the ROM version and family of the supported ProLiant server.
• Software and drivers:
• Windows on ProLiant support matrix:
www.hp.com/cgi-bin/hpsupport/index.pl.
http://h10018.www1.hp.com/wwsolutions/windows/index.html.
NOTE:
It is not possible for HP engineers to test all hardware and software
configurations during the early release phase of Windows Small
Business Server 2008 RC1. Listing a particular system or option as
supported does not mean that all of the subsystems embedded in
that system are fully tested or that all systems and options have
undergone extensive functional testing.
Table 2. ProLiant server platforms that support Windows Small Business Server 2008 RC1
Server platform ROM family ROM date (minimum)
ProLiant BL servers:
ProLiant BL260c G5
ProLiant BL460c
ProLiant BL465c
I20 02/14/08
I15 08/21/07
A13 09/20/07
ProLiant BL465c G5
ProLiant BL480c
ProLiant DL servers:
ProLiant DL120 G5
ProLiant DL160 G5
ProLiant DL165 G5
ProLiant DL180*
ProLiant DL180 G5
ProLiant DL185 G5
ProLiant DL320 G5
ProLiant DL320 G5p
ProLiant DL360 G5
A13G5 09/20/07
I14 08/21/07
*
*
*
2008.07.03 07/03/08
DL160 03/31/06
2008.04.09 04/09/08
DL180 06/18/06
*
*
2008.03.08 03/08/2008
2008.04.23 04/30/08
W04 08/21/07
W05 04/16/08
P58 01/30/08
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