Essential Business Server 2008 Introduction and Technical Overview Ranjana Jain IT Pro Evangelist | Microsoft India MCSE, MCT, RHCE, CIW Security Analyst, CISSP http://ranjanajain.spaces.live.com

Agenda Midsize Business Challenges Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Agenda Midsize Business Challenges Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Two editions Latest technologies Additional value A Closer Look Q&A

Midsize Organization Challenges Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Midsize Organization Challenges Spend too much time on routine tasks Enterprise like environment and technologies driven by one or very few IT staff IT staff often in reactive mode No time for environmental upgrades

What Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Offers Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A What Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Offers Integrates several server products into single solution Provides planning tools Optimizes the configuration of server applications and server roles Reduces time spent planning the network Reduces time spent installing and configuring applications

5/11/2018 8:53 PM Windows Essential Server Solutions { Enterprise-class Server Solutions, designed and priced for SMB } Designed and Priced for SMBs Simplified purchasing and licensing Standardized, extensible platform ideal for LOB Applications Fully versioned, integrated technologies in best practice deployment Less Complexity & More Control Fewer IT Fires and More Predictability Streamlined setup, deployment, maintenance, and management Simplified management/centralized admin console Familiar Windows-based experience; leverage existing IT skills Grows Business Capacity Freedom to work from virtually anywhere and with mobile devices Reliable, scalable platform enables growth and less downtime Cost-savings versus standalone products lowers cost of acquisition © 2006 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.

Windows Essential Server Solutions Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Windows Essential Server Solutions 25 75 100 300 Number of PCs Ideal for businesses with fewer than 75 users/computers “First server” and/or “Right server” and/or “Multi-server” Standard edition = 1 server Premium edition = 2 servers Ideal for businesses with fewer than 300 users/computers Built for businesses with IT professional (internal or trusted advisor) Integrated, uniquely configured replacement for your personalized core IT infrastructure Standard edition = 3 servers Premium edition = 4 servers Centralized IT core services management

Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Standard Premium Management Server Windows Server® 2008 Standard technologies Microsoft System Center Essentials 2007 Windows® SharePoint® Services 3.01 Messaging Server Windows Server 2008 Standard technologies Microsoft Exchange Server® 2007 Standard Edition Microsoft Forefront™ Security for Exchange Server2 Security Server Windows Server 2008 Standard technologies Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition Forefront Threat Management Gateway, Medium Business Edition3 Database Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard 4 Standard, Plus… 129 set up screens reduced to 30 300+ pages of best practices built in 25 security setting pre-configured 1 product, 1 price, 1 CAL Supports 300 users or devices 1While Windows® SharePoint® Services 3.0 is not shipped with Essential Business Server 2008, a step as part of the setup process is provided to download Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 at no additional cost. 2One year Microsoft Forefront Security for Exchange Server subscription included in the product. 3One year Web Antimalware Subscription for Forefront Threat Management Gateway, Medium Business Edition included in product. 4Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Standard is available as an alternative version in place of Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard until December 31, 2009.

Minimum System Requirements Part 1: Preparing and Installing Windows Essential Business Server Course xxxxy Minimum System Requirements Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Processor x64 @ 2.5 GHz (single core) x64 @ 1.5 GHz (multiple core) x64 @ 1.5 GHz (multiple CPUs) Memory 4 GB (Management and Messaging servers) 2 GB (Security server) OS Partition 45 GB Minimum (RAID 1 configuration) Data Partition 50 GB Minimum (RAID 5 configuration) DVD-ROM Bootable from system BIOS or USB connection Network Interface Card One 10 Mbps Ethernet (Management and Messaging servers) Two 10 Mbps Ethernet (Security server) Monitor and Video Adapter Super VGA (SVGA) monitor and video adapter with 1024 x 768 or higher resolution

Windows EBS 2008 Value-Added Features Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Course 6445A Windows EBS 2008 Value-Added Features Remote Web Workplace Anytime, anywhere access Windows EBS Console Integrated administrative console Reduce deployment and planning complexity Preparation and planning wizards Installation follows best-practice methodology Integrated health and security features System Health console monitors key workloads Integrated setup and configuration of SCE, WSUS, TMG, and FSE* Extensibility support Ability to add other Microsoft and 3rd party application management tools to the EBS admin console *System Center Essentials, Windows Server Update Services, Forefront Threat Management Gateway, and Forefront Security for Exchange Server

Windows Server 2008 Standard Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Course 6445A Windows Server 2008 Standard Solid Foundation New TCP/IP Stack Windows PowerShell Windows Reliability and Performance Monitor Virtualization Hyper-V Multiple operating systems New storage features Web Internet Information Service 7.0 ASP.NET feature integration Security Integrated Expanded Group Policy Read Only Domain Controller (RODC)

Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Course 6445A Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 Anywhere Access Web-based Messaging Mobile Messaging Collaboration and Productivity Built in Protection Anti-spam and Anti-virus Compliance Business Continuity Confidential Messaging Outlook Mobile Outlook Web Access Outlook on the desktop

System Center Essentials 2007 Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A System Center Essentials 2007 Collects status and performance data from EBS components Conveys data to administration console Troubleshoots servers and client computers Packages and deploys software and updates WSUS integrated

Windows Server Update Services 3.0 SP1 Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Course 6445A Windows Server Update Services 3.0 SP1 Windows Server Update Services 3.0 SP1 Deploys the latest Microsoft product updates Keeps computers and servers current Keeps network healthy and up to date Integrated into the Windows SBS Console Green Check of Health Integrated into network reports

Forefront Security for Exchange Server Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Forefront Security for Exchange Server One year subscription included Multiple antivirus scan engines (eight) File filtering by file name, extension or size Integrates directly with server applications Microsoft Exchange 2007 Comprehensive notifications to administrator Pre-configured EBS filter set template enabled Virus scanning File filtering Content filtering

Forefront Threat Management Gateway Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Forefront Threat Management Gateway Network protection at the edge Policy-based access to network services Protects IT environment from internet-based threats Fast remote access to applications and data Integrated malware scanning

Windows EBS 2008 Premium Technologies Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Windows EBS 2008 Premium Technologies All Standard Edition technologies Windows Server 2008 Standard Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition 1

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008 Course 6445A Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Manage data, any place, any time Stores data from: Structured, semi-structured, and unstructured documents Integrated services allow to: Query, search, synchronize, report and analyze data Consume data within custom applications Microsoft Office system integration for users Microsoft® Office Word, Microsoft® Office Excel®

Administration Console Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Administration Console Manage servers in Windows Essential Business Server from a single location Integrated Monitoring Integrated Administrative functions System health Security Licensing compliance status Critical alert notifications Manages user and computer accounts Integrates with Microsoft System Center Essentials

Windows EBS Tools and Wizards Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Windows EBS Tools and Wizards Navigation tabs Results pane Tasks Pane Details pane

Easy Access To Native Consoles Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Easy Access To Native Consoles

Simplified Installation With Integrated Installation Wizard Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Simplified Installation With Integrated Installation Wizard Recommended default configuration Checks and upgrades existing environment during installation Downloads and applies most recent updates during installation Automats the configuration of several key compatibility settings Guides through manual migration of key business functions Installs server roles optimized for best performance and reliability Configures network, following Microsoft recommendations for security

Integrated Installation Wizard Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Integrated Installation Wizard Streamlined installation process Checks existing system health and compatibility Documents existing network settings Applies Planning Wizard information Completes set of guided configuration and migration steps

Windows EBS Network Environment Requirements Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Windows EBS Network Environment Requirements Minimum Domain Controller One Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 or later Other Domain Controllers Windows 2000 Server with Service Pack 4 or later Functional domain level Windows 2000 Server native mode or Windows Server 2003 Active Directory domain schema level Set to Windows Server 2008, updated during installation Schema master Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 or up

Supported Topologies: Non-routed Network Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Supported Topologies: Non-routed Network Network before deploying Windows Essential Business Server: Windows Essential Business Server replaces the existing firewall or takes over the firewall role from your existing router Single-subnet network with firewall Single-subnet network with Windows Essential Business Server Security Server firewall

Supported Topologies: Routed Networks Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Supported Topologies: Routed Networks Network that uses a router to manage subnets at a single or multiple locations before deploying Windows Essential Business Server Replacing existing firewall role with the Windows Essential Business Server Security Server, Management Server and Messaging Server are located at the primary location Multiple subnet network Multiple subnet network with Windows Essential Business Server

Supported Topologies: Site-to-Site VPN Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Supported Topologies: Site-to-Site VPN Routed networks with virtual private networking Network that uses site-to-site virtual private network (VPN) connections between branch locations and the primary location Manage branch offices and your primary locations from a central location after migration Windows Essential Business Server Security Server replaces the firewall at main location, retain network devices at branch locations Site-to-site VPN network Site-to-site VPN network with EBS

Intuitive System Health Model Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Intuitive System Health Model Displays overall server health Business-critical services and functions, including: Servers running Windows Essential Business Server E-mail delivery Antispam and e-mail antivirus components Windows Essential Business Server software license compliance Security update compliance

Integrated Licensing Single client access license (CAL) Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Integrated Licensing Single client access license (CAL) Enables access all Windows Essential Business Server services Five CALs included with purchase of Windows Essential Business Server Premium CAL Only for users who need access to Premium Edition Microsoft SQL Server Product licensing managed through the Administration Console: Purchase additional CAL packs Assign licenses to user accounts or devices Monitor compliance with existing licensing agreements, Perform related tasks

Extensible Administration Console Module 1: Introduction to Microsoft Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Course 6446A Extensible Administration Console Extend value of Administration Console through add-ins Independent software vendor (ISV) opportunity to provide EBS aware solution easily Windows SharePoint Services add-in for Essential Business Server Microsoft System Center Data Protection Manager add-in for Essential Business Server

References Download planning and preparation tool from Technet http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=E3906025-00E3-407D-BF5B-99D546021923&displaylang=en Windows EBS TechNet Library http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc514031.aspx The EBS Official Blog http://blogs.technet.com/essentialbusinessserver/default.aspx Download the Demo at: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyId=4264A0FE-C3AF-44C9-868A-C5A2A6D12FD4&displaylang=en r

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5/11/2018 8:53 PM © 2008 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION. © 2007 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and other product names are or may be registered trademarks and/or trademarks in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information herein is for informational purposes only and represents the current view of Microsoft Corporation as of the date of this presentation. Because Microsoft must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of Microsoft, and Microsoft cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information provided after the date of this presentation. MICROSOFT MAKES NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, AS TO THE INFORMATION IN THIS PRESENTATION.