Windows Small Business Server 2008 Administrator's Companion

Description

Get the critical information you need to build and run a Windows Small Business Server 2008 - based network. This essential, single-volume reference details system capabilities and components - including Premium Edition features. Gain the real-world insights, workarounds, and troubleshooting tactics you need for on-the-job results.

Discover how to:

* Plan availability, security features, and fault tolerance into network infrastructure
* Use Hyper-V™ to install and manage your network more efficiently
* Migrate an existing Small Business Server 2003 network
* Create and manage user roles, groups, and permissions
* Configure hard disks for data integrity and redundancy, and manage storage
* Set up e-mail and Internet connectivity
* Use the console to manage network settings, shared resources, and backups - locally or remotely
* Organize security settings with Group Policy preferences
* Monitor, troubleshoot, and tune system performance

CONTENTS:

AcknowledgmentsIntroductionPart I: Preparation and Planning
* Chapter 1: Introducing Windows Small Business Server 2008
* Chapter 2: Understanding 64-Bit Windows
* Chapter 3: Planning Your SBS Network
* Chapter 4: Planning Fault Tolerance and AvoidancePart II: Installation and Setup
* Chapter 5: Installing SBS 2008
* Chapter 6: Configuring SBS in Hyper-V
* Chapter 7: Migrating from Windows Small Business Server 2003
* Chapter 8: Completing the Getting Started TasksPart III: Performing Basic Tasks
* Chapter 9: Managing Users and Groups
* Chapter 10: Shares and Permissions
* Chapter 11: Disk Management
* Chapter 12: Storage Management
* Chapter 13: Installing and Managing Printers
* Chapter 14: Managing Computers on the Network
* Chapter 15: Managing Software Updates
* Chapter 16: Configuring BackupPart IV: Performing Advanced Tasks
* Chapter 17: Windows SBS Console v. Server Manager
* Chapter 18: Configuring and Managing E-Mail
* Chapter 19: Managing Connectivity
* Chapter 20: Using Group Policy
* Chapter 21: Managing Reports
* Chapter 22: Customizing a SharePoint SitePart V: Premium Edition Features
* Chapter 23: Installing the Second Server
* Chapter 24: Introducing SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition for Small Business
* Chapter 25: Adding a Terminal ServerPart VI: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
* Chapter 26: Windows SBS Reliability and Performance Monitoring
* Chapter 27: Disaster PlanningAppendix A: Introduction to NetworksAppendix B: Automating InstallationAppendix C: ResourcesAbout the AuthorsAdditional Resources for IT Professionals from Microsoft PressMore Great Resources for IT Professionals from Microsoft Press