1. Essential Business Server 2008 Introduction and Technical Overview
Ranjana Jain
IT Pro Evangelist | Microsoft India
MCSE, MCT, RHCE, CIW Security Analyst, CISSP

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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. 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.

6. 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

7. 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.

8. Minimum System Requirements
Part 1: Preparing and Installing Windows Essential Business Server
Course xxxxy
Minimum System Requirements
Windows Essential Business Server 2008
Processor
2.5 GHz (single core)
1.5 GHz (multiple core)
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

9. 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

10. 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)

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. 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

17. 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®

18. 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

19. 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

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

21. 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

22. 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

23. 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

24. 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

25. 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

26. 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

27. 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
delivery
Antispam and antivirus components
Windows Essential Business Server software license compliance
Security update compliance

28. 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

29. 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

30. References
Download planning and preparation tool from Technet
Windows EBS TechNet Library
The EBS Official Blog
Download the Demo at: r

31. Feedback / QnA Your Feedback is Important!
Please take a few moments to fill out our online feedback form at:
<< Feedback URL – Ask your organizer for this in advance>>
For detailed feedback, use the form at
Or us at
Use the Question Manager on LiveMeeting to ask your questions now!

32. 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.