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Microsoft Exchange Server virtualization tutorial
Get useful information on Exchange Server virtualization best practices, comparisons of third-party virtualization platforms, an overview of Microsoft's virtualization support policy and more details on virtualizing your Exchange 2003 and Exchange 20... Spotlight
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Azaleos OneServer Virtual Edition
Azaleos OneServer Virtual Edition add-in tool uses VMware virtualization infrastructure to deploy Exchange Server 2007 on two physical servers and one physical storage device. New Product Showcase
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Three hardware don'ts when optimizing Exchange Server performance
If you want to optimize Microsoft Exchange Server performance, start at the server hardware level. What is the best hardware setup for Microsoft Exchange? How much memory do your Exchange servers require? Should you trust your hardware vendor? There ... Checklist
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Tutorial: SAN storage for Microsoft Exchange Server
Learn the pros and cons of implementing a storage area network (SAN) for Microsoft Exchange Server and how SAN storage technology works. Spotlight
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How to design an Exchange Server architecture model with System Center Capacity Planner
Learn how to use the System Center Capacity Planner tool to design an Exchange Server architecture model that suits your topology, hardware and email usage. Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Design an Exchange Server architecture model with System Center Capacity Planner
Learn how to design an Exchange Server architecture model using System Center Capacity Planner tool and simulate the expected performance of your topology. Step-by-Step Guide
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Optimizing Exchange Server disk performance
Learn about the various components that can cause disk I/Os on an Exchange server -- Exchange databases and transaction logs, MTA and SMTP queues, Windows pagefiles, indexing, and deleted Exchange database pages -- and how those components should be ... Best Practices Guide
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Step-by-Step Guide: Exchange Server capacity planning with Performance Monitor
Don't let growth-related performance issues and outages catch you by surprise. This step-by-step guide will teach you how to use the Performance Monitor tool for Exchange Server long-term capacity planning and trend analysis. Step-by-Step Guide
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VMM 2008 boosts Microsoft's management story
Microsoft is banking on the appeal of Virtual Machine Manager 2008 and its integration with the System Center management suite to achieve virtualization market supremacy. Article | 21 Oct 2008
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Virtualization adoption increases at expense of x86 server sales
The IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Server Virtualization Tracker showed virtualization licenses have increased 52% year over year, which has had an impact on server sales. Article | 20 Oct 2008
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VMware counters Microsoft with its own dynamic vision
With new CEO in tow, VMware showcases its 'virtual data center OS' this week at its annual confab, VMworld. Article | 15 Sep 2008
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How Microsoft's new support policy for virtualized Exchange will affect you
Whether you're evaluating virtualizing Exchange Server or you're testing it in production, Microsoft's new support policy will affect you. Get honest analysis of the new support guidelines from Exchange Server virtualization expert David Davis. You'l... Column | 10 Sep 2008
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Exchange, SQL Server virtualization tips on tap from Microsoft
At an event for IT pros next month, Microsoft will offer best practices for supporting Exchange Server and SQL Server in a virtual world. Article | 08 Aug 2008
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IT managers begin migration to 64-bit servers
Upgraded apps like Exchange Server 2007 will require 64-bit technology, and IT shops are starting to make the move. Article | 04 Dec 2006
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Dell, Symantec simplify Secure Exchange for SMBs
With Secure Exchange, SMBs have a step-by-step blueprint to deploying a secure Microsoft Exchange environment, courtesy of Dell and Symantec. Article | 28 Sep 2006
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Dell and Symantec bundle hardware, security
Dell and Symantec are offering an integrated package of server, storage, mail and security software to entice midsized companies that don't want to manage mail the hard way. Article | 20 Sep 2006
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Users turn to SANs to manage Exchange Server
In part one of a two-part series focused on Exchange Server and storage, users say migrating Exchange Server stores to the SAN is helping the popular email application evolve. Article | 07 Jul 2006
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The 64-bit push is on for Windows shops
Microsoft's decision to make future versions of Exchange and Windows 64-bit only means IT managers may need to reassess some of their long-range hardware rollout plans. Article | 17 Nov 2005
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Weighing Exchange 2010 hardware requirements vs. organizational needs
Aligning with Microsoft’s Exchange 2010 hardware requirements is critical, but remember, you've got to balance them with your company’s own unique needs and budget. Tip
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Low-cost storage options for Exchange Server 2010
Microsoft condones cheap storage to combat bloated databases in Exchange Server 2010. Find out how much you can save and how DAGs fit into the pricing model. Tip
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Considerations for virtualizing Exchange 2007 mailbox servers
I/O intensive applications, such as Exchange 2007's Mailbox Server role, do not make the best starting candidates for virtualization. However, with proper architecture and planning, the Exchange 2007 mailbox server can be virtualized in a production ... Tip
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How to virtualize Exchange Server 2003
Get tips on how to virtualize Exchange 2003 servers in a production environment. You'll also learn how to avoid a few Exchange Server 2003 virtualization setup issues such as drive copy errors resulting in the Blue Screen of Death and virtual server ... Tip
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Why too much memory can hurt Exchange Server 2007 performance
Because Exchange Server 2007 runs on 64-bit hardware, it's tempting to add more memory to improve server performance; but don't. Find out why too much memory can actually hurt Exchange Server 2007 performance, and learn more about Microsoft's reasons... Tip
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VMworld 2008: What will VMware unveil?
Despite clear strengths, including VMotion and Virtual Desktop Infrastructure, VMware has clear weaknesses to overcome, including virtual machine performance management. Will VMware address its shortcomings at VMworld 2008? Tip
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Server virtualization at the hardware level with Hyper-V
Microsoft changed its approach to server virtualization with the release of Hyper-V. Find out how the new technology changes the way virtual machines interact with physical hardware. Tip
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Virtualizing Exchange Server 2007 with Microsoft's Hyper-V
Learn the steps needed to virtualize Exchange 2007 and Windows file servers to reduce server load using Microsoft's Hyper-V virtualization technology. Tip
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Considerations for virtualizing an Exchange Server environment
Thinking about virtualizing Exchange in your environment? Read these considerations for virtualizing with VMware's ESX or Microsoft's Hyper-V technology. Tip
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Exchange Server 2007 hardware planning for continuous replication
Exchange Server 2007 has flexible storage hardware requirements, but SANs may be more efficient and cost effective than DAS for large Exchange deployments. Tip
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Exchange Server 2003 hard drive defragmentation advice
Find out whether defragging your Exchange Server 2003 hard drive is healthy for your server. Ask the Expert
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Troubleshooting a 64-bit Exchange Server 2007 installation
If installing 64-bit Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition generates an error message, your server hardware or Windows OS version could be the cause. Ask the Expert
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How to move Exchange 2000 to new server hardware
Get step-by-step instructions on how to move Exchange 2000 Server to new server hardware with greater disk and storage capacity. Ask the Expert
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Can't create mailboxes after virtualizing Microsoft Exchange Server
If you're having problems creating mailboxes in Active Directory after virtualizing Exchange Server, get advice from our Exchange administration expert. 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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How to configure Exchange 2003 as a front-end server
Learn how to configure an Exchange 2003 server to act as a front-end server after a Microsoft Exchange/Windows upgrade and hardware migration. Ask the Expert
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How to move Exchange Server email folders to another disk on the same computer
Learn how to move Exchange Server email folders from one disk to another on the same server computer, while maintaining the same configurations. Ask the Expert
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/3GB switches and virtual memory fragmentation
Exchange 2000 server gets event id 9582 hourly; I don't have the /3GB switch in the boot.ini file. Will this help alleviate virtual memory fragmentation? Ask the Expert
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Front end servers routing Internet mail
We have two Exchange servers hosting mailboxes. We just installed an Exchange Server 2003 server as a front end. However, we noticed our outbound and inbound Internet mail is not being routed through it. How can we change it make this possible? Ask the Expert
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Exchange Server 2007 on 32-bit CPUs
I've read Exchange Server 2007 will be available soon, and it runs on 64-bit CPUs only. Does this mean I will not be able to setup a lab with my existing 32-bit servers? Ask the Expert
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Weighing Exchange 2010 hardware requirements vs. organizational needs
Aligning with Microsoft’s Exchange 2010 hardware requirements is critical, but remember, you've got to balance them with your company’s own unique needs and budget. Tip
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Low-cost storage options for Exchange Server 2010
Microsoft condones cheap storage to combat bloated databases in Exchange Server 2010. Find out how much you can save and how DAGs fit into the pricing model. Tip
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Exchange Server 2003 hard drive defragmentation advice
Find out whether defragging your Exchange Server 2003 hard drive is healthy for your server. Ask the Expert
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Microsoft Exchange Server virtualization tutorial
Get useful information on Exchange Server virtualization best practices, comparisons of third-party virtualization platforms, an overview of Microsoft's virtualization support policy and more details on virtualizing your Exchange 2003 and Exchange 20... Spotlight
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Azaleos OneServer Virtual Edition
Azaleos OneServer Virtual Edition add-in tool uses VMware virtualization infrastructure to deploy Exchange Server 2007 on two physical servers and one physical storage device. New Product Showcase
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Troubleshooting a 64-bit Exchange Server 2007 installation
If installing 64-bit Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition generates an error message, your server hardware or Windows OS version could be the cause. Ask the Expert
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How to move Exchange 2000 to new server hardware
Get step-by-step instructions on how to move Exchange 2000 Server to new server hardware with greater disk and storage capacity. Ask the Expert
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Considerations for virtualizing Exchange 2007 mailbox servers
I/O intensive applications, such as Exchange 2007's Mailbox Server role, do not make the best starting candidates for virtualization. However, with proper architecture and planning, the Exchange 2007 mailbox server can be virtualized in a production ... Tip
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VMM 2008 boosts Microsoft's management story
Microsoft is banking on the appeal of Virtual Machine Manager 2008 and its integration with the System Center management suite to achieve virtualization market supremacy. Article
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Virtualization adoption increases at expense of x86 server sales
The IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Server Virtualization Tracker showed virtualization licenses have increased 52% year over year, which has had an impact on server sales. Article
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About Microsoft Exchange Server Hardware Management
Microsoft Exchange Server is only as good as the hardware it sits on. If you don't have enough memory or disk capacity, email performance will suffer. Discover tips, tutorials and best practices that will help you manage Exchange Server hardware and improve disk performance.