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The evolution of Exchange Server clustering
Clustering has changed greatly since Exchange 2003. This tutorial explains the differences between the various methods and how clustering has evolved with each release of Exchange Server. Tutorial
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Exchange Server 2010 database availability groups
If you're new to Exchange 2010, you'll need to become familiar with using database availability groups for high availability. This beginner's guide covers all the basics and explains how to configure a DAG in your own environment. Feature
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Replacing Local Continuous Replication with SAN storage technology
Find out how to enable Local Continuous Replication (LCR) or storage area network (SAN) methods in Exchange 2007 to control server backup and recovery. Tutorial
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SAN vs. SCR -- which is the best Exchange high availability solution?
Find out why a storage area network (SAN) may be a better Exchange Server 2007 high availability solution than Standby Continuous Replication (SCR). Tutorial
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Using Exchange 2007 Cluster Continuous Replication on a SAN
Use Exchange 2007 Cluster Continuous Replication on a storage area network (SAN) to implement high availability server resiliency and failover protection. Tutorial
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Enable the Transport Dumpster on the Hub Transport server
Discover how to enable the Transport Dumpster on the Hub Transport server to avoid lost email if the active node fails in an Exchange 2007 CCR cluster setup. Tutorial
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Exchange 2007 Cluster Continuous Replication (CCR) setup overview
Refer to this list of Cluster Continuous Replication (CCR) features and facts for a quick overview of an Exchange Server 2007 CCR-based setup. Tutorial
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Testing clustered mailbox server functionality in a CCR setup
To verify clustered mailbox server functionality in an Exchange 2007 Cluster Continuous Replication setup, use these commands and best practices. Tutorial
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Creating a Windows Server 2003 cluster for an Exchange 2007 CCR setup
Learn to how to configure a Windows 2003 cluster for an Exchange 2007 CCR setup and how to install the required Windows components on each cluster node. Tutorial
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Setting up Cluster Continuous Replication (CCR) in Exchange 2007
Learn how to set up Cluster Continuous Replication (CCR) in Exchange Server 2007 and configure the servers to act as nodes in the cluster. Tutorial
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How to set up a DNS-based front-end Exchange Server cluster
Tutorial: How to set up a front-end Exchange Server cluster -- part 6 of 7. Article | 10 Apr 2006
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The pros and cons of a DNS-based front-end Exchange Server cluster
Tutorial: How to set up a front-end Exchange Server cluster -- part 5 of 7. Article | 10 Apr 2006
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System requirements for a Network Load Balancing Service front-end Exchange Server cluster
Tutorial: How to set up a front-end Exchange Server cluster -- part 3 of 7. Article | 10 Apr 2006
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How to set up a Network Load Balancing Service front-end Exchange Server cluster
Tutorial: How to set up a front-end Exchange Server cluster -- part 4 of 7. Article | 10 Apr 2006
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The pros and cons of a Network Load Balancing Service front-end Exchange Server cluster
Tutorial: How to set up a front-end Exchange Server cluster -- part 2 of 7. Article | 09 Apr 2006
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A lesson in cluster node configuration and consistency
Tutorial: How to set up a front-end Exchange Server cluster -- part 1 of 7. Article | 09 Apr 2006
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Exchange 2000 clusters
The following is Tip #2 from "25 Exchange 2003 Tips in 25 minutes" Article | 01 Jun 2005
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Scott Schnoll Q&A: Clustering Exchange 2000
When SearchWin2000.com site expert and Microsoft MVP Scott Schnoll's Clustering Exchange 2000 webcast was over, members still had more questio... Article | 31 May 2005
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SearchExchange.com's hectic fall word game
I challenge you to take this quick word scramble and see how you measure up on our Exchange geek-o-meter. How many can you figure out without peeking? When you're done, ##share your score|mailto:dcarpenter@techtarget.com## with me and be entered to... Article | 22 Oct 2004
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Microsoft-focused user groups form coalition
With Redmond's blessing, more than a dozen user groups have joined forces to maximize their resources. Article | 07 Apr 2004
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How database availability groups have improved in Exchange 2013
Exchange 2013 database availability groups have improved significantly since Exchange 2010. These four updates are worth investigating. Tip
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Troubleshooting Exchange 2007 clustered mailbox database mounts
When your Exchange 2007 clustered mailbox database failover succeeds but your database fails to mount on the new cluster node, it’s likely one of two problems. Here’s what to do. Tip
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Making the most of Exchange 2010 database availability groups
Don't let the complexity of database availability groups intimidate you. These three features are worth learning. Tip
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Cmdlets troubleshoot common Exchange 2007 CCR failures
CCR failures are bound to happen. Keep these EMS cmdlets in your arsenal to detect the cause of the problem. Tip
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Uncovering the cause of an Exchange 2007 mailbox communication failure
When one Exchange expert couldn’t connect Outlook to his mailboxes, he figured it was due to a basic communication failure. The actual cause, however, wasn’t that simple to identify. Tip
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High-availability mistakes to avoid when virtualizing Exchange 2010
With so many high-availability options in a virtualized Exchange 2010 environment, configuration mistakes are inevitable. Avoid these four common blunders. Tip
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Rethinking clustering and high availability in Exchange Server 2010
Microsoft revamped high availability and clustering in Exchange Server 2010. Database availability groups replaced CCR, LCR and SCR and a major architectural change reduces the time it takes for mailbox servers to failover. Get all the details in thi... Tip
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Exchange Server 2007 clustering explained
Read this tip to learn about cluster continuous replication (CCR), standby continuous replication (SCR), local continuous replication (LCR) and other clustering methods in Exchange Server 2007. Tip
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Exchange Server 2003 clustering explained
Many organizations run multiple versions of Exchange Server. Since high availability features differ, you need to understand which clustering solutions are available in each version. Let's start with a discussion on Exchange Server 2003 clusters. Tip
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New high availability features in Exchange Server 2010
With the release of the Exchange Server 2010 beta comes many new product features. In this tip, Microsoft Exchange Server expert Brien Posey explains some high availability improvements in Exchange 2010. He also details changes to clustered and non-c... Tip
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Why quorum is important to Exchange 2010 database availability groups
When it comes to database availability groups, maintaining quorum is paramount. But what exactly is quorum, and how do you maintain it? Find out here. Answer
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Installing Exchange 2007 mailbox roles in a CCR environment
Find out how to install a second Exchange 2007 node, and certain mailbox roles, in a cluster continuous replication (CCR) environment. Ask the Expert
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Reinstall an Exchange Server 2007 cluster continuous replication node
Learn the proper steps to take when reinstalling an Exchange Server 2007 cluster continuous replication (CCR) node. Ask the Expert
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Configuring multiple front-end servers in an Exchange cluster
Get advice on how to set up multiple front-end servers in an Exchange cluster configuration, including how to configure SSL and DNS on front-end servers. Ask the Expert
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Can a 'dormant' backup Exchange server be used as a failover server?
Can a 'dormant' backup Exchange server be used as a failover server to restore Exchange database (.edb) files in a backup operation? Our expert weighs in. Ask the Expert
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Unable to mail-enable new Exchange public folders
After a system reboot, a user cannot mail-enable new Exchange public folders. SearchExchange.com expert Peter terSteeg offers troubleshooting advice. Ask the Expert
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Exchange 2003 disk configuration considerations
Performance and storage requirements you need to consider when selecting a disk configuration for an Exchange 2003 migration. Ask the Expert
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Is Exchange 2003 cluster virtualization a good move?
SearchExchange.com expert Peter terSteeg explains Microsoft's current support status of virtualized machines, what 64-bit Exchange 12 will mean for virtualization, and if Exchange 2003 cluster virtualization is a good idea. Ask the Expert
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Clustered connector issues in Exchange and Windows 2003
Expert Peter terSteeg offers his advice on migrating and clustering Microsoft Exchange and Windows Server 2003. Ask the Expert
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Two-way synchronization between Exchange servers
What are your options for synchronizing Exchange Server 2003 data so, if something changes on one server, it's replicated to another one? SearchExchange.com expert Bharat Suneja explains. Ask the Expert
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cluster quorum disk
A cluster quorum disk is the storage medium on which the configuration database is stored for a cluster computing network. The cluster configuration database, also called the quorum, tells the cluster which physical server(s) should be active at any ... Definition
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OST file (.ost)
An OST file is an offline folder file in Microsoft Outlook. Definition
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cluster
In a computer system, a cluster is a group of servers and other resources that act like a single system and enable high availability and, in some cases, load balancing and parallel processing. Definition
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file allocation table (FAT)
A file allocation table (FAT) is a table that an operating system maintains on a hard disk that provides a map of the clusters (the basic units of logical storage on a hard disk) that a file has been stored in. Definition
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How database availability groups have improved in Exchange 2013
Exchange 2013 database availability groups have improved significantly since Exchange 2010. These four updates are worth investigating. Tip
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Why quorum is important to Exchange 2010 database availability groups
When it comes to database availability groups, maintaining quorum is paramount. But what exactly is quorum, and how do you maintain it? Find out here. Answer
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cluster quorum disk
A cluster quorum disk is the storage medium on which the configuration database is stored for a cluster computing network. The cluster configuration database, also called the quorum, tells the cluster which physical server(s) should be active at any ... Definition
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Troubleshooting Exchange 2007 clustered mailbox database mounts
When your Exchange 2007 clustered mailbox database failover succeeds but your database fails to mount on the new cluster node, it’s likely one of two problems. Here’s what to do. Tip
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Making the most of Exchange 2010 database availability groups
Don't let the complexity of database availability groups intimidate you. These three features are worth learning. Tip
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Cmdlets troubleshoot common Exchange 2007 CCR failures
CCR failures are bound to happen. Keep these EMS cmdlets in your arsenal to detect the cause of the problem. Tip
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Uncovering the cause of an Exchange 2007 mailbox communication failure
When one Exchange expert couldn’t connect Outlook to his mailboxes, he figured it was due to a basic communication failure. The actual cause, however, wasn’t that simple to identify. Tip
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High-availability mistakes to avoid when virtualizing Exchange 2010
With so many high-availability options in a virtualized Exchange 2010 environment, configuration mistakes are inevitable. Avoid these four common blunders. Tip
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The evolution of Exchange Server clustering
Clustering has changed greatly since Exchange 2003. This tutorial explains the differences between the various methods and how clustering has evolved with each release of Exchange Server. Tutorial
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Exchange Server 2010 database availability groups
If you're new to Exchange 2010, you'll need to become familiar with using database availability groups for high availability. This beginner's guide covers all the basics and explains how to configure a DAG in your own environment. Feature
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About Microsoft Exchange Server Clustering
The process of deploying a high-availability cluster can vary from relatively simple to quite complex, depending on whether you're clustering front-end or back-end servers and based on the size of your organization. These tips, tutorials and best practices will teach you how to set up, configure and troubleshoot clusters in a Microsoft Exchange Server email environment.