Spec me a basic server

So im pretty much set on this now and i will probably have many more questions which i'll post in the dedicated Proliant thread but in regards quickly to what i want to do in regards to software.

Can a full copy of the likes of Server 2008 or R2 be got for training purposes as it aint cheap. Like i said in my opening post. Im looking to obtain Microsoft credentials throughout the summer/winter in Server admin, Exchange admin aswell as others but i want to mainly get to grips using the actual software on a dedicated server to help with my studies.

I have Trainsignals Server 2008 R2 training DVD but in the opening video, it is expected that i already be familiar with the likes of basic Server 2008 before attempting R2. Same for Exchange server. I have CBT Nuggets training material for Exchange server 2010 but experience with 2003 would be beneficial which i think the HP wont support.

As im sure you can gather, im looking to start a career in Networking/Server management and want to get a good head start on using the actual applications rather than just reading a lot of words and not putting them into practice.
 
Forgot to mention. When it comes to loading the software onto the server i can do that via my pendrive right? I installed windows 7 like that after going through the process of making the pendrive bootable!
 
Lorddalron said:
Forgot to mention. When it comes to loading the software onto the server i can do that via my pendrive right? I installed windows 7 like that after going through the process of making the pendrive bootable!
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I believe so... just found an article to do the same with WHS 2011... ie install from flash drive/pendrive or whatever u want to call it

:)
 
Microserver is your best choice. With esxi you can install things as and when. If you don't like it, just remove the vm! Best thing computer related I've brought without doubt.
 
Cheers.

Gave them a phone today, plenty in stock so should be safe enough to hold off until next week to get one and gather up some additional funds as although my budget was £150 i dont even have a tenner right now :D. I need one however to help with my studies plus its a great offer and will server other purposes down the line.

In regards to upgrading the RAM to 8gb. OC.co.uk have a range of DIMM ram and i can only gather that i need Dual channel but not sure which to go for as theres a few different types, i.e 10666, 12800 & 14400+.
 
10666 works fine. Don't get the OcUK Value RAM as the modules might not be a spec matched pair which might lead to problems such as i had.
 
Essexraptor said:
This might help if you have student status?

http://www.microsoft.com/uk/education/students/free-stuff.aspx

the Dreamspark section :)
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Was checking out Dreamspark today but not too sure exactly what way i can work it.
Im a part time student, however im 28 and i dont have any forms of student id apart from my Cisco Acadamey ID. I tried to check out getting an ISIC car but due to my internal neetwork going through Sweden, i cant get the appropriate info for uk application.

Any ideas?
 
Was thinking about going for some of THIS if it were good enough?

Also, on the topic of RAM. My Acer PC has 3gb of RAM, is there away i can find out which type it is without opening her up? Was just thinking about adding the 2gb i'll be taking out of the proliant to tot it up to 5gb if its possible.
 
Just google your motherboard model, that should give you all the specs you need to buy more ram.

You don't really need fast memory just lots of it for the VMs.

MW
 
Im at that critical deciding point now :(

After a little more research I see ML1110 G7 is a real good price on serversplus @ £272 all in (c/w 2gb RAM & 250GB HDD) however a new site ive come across (MISCO) have it all in @ £239 including DVD drive as there running an extended cashback offer of £80 until the end of the month.

The whole RAM issue in regards to multiple VM's have just got me thinking you see and wouldn't like to fall short as im looking this to be a long term investment for now as i cant be chopping and changing.


Opinions?
 
Get the G7 and add ram as you can afford it. Thats what I did. Same with the Hdd's.

I bought my server from an OcUK competitor so I cant post where but its not too hard to find major reputable online etailers that sell the G7.

I think all the G7's coem with the DVD as standard. Servers Plus seem very reputable from my dealing with them in the past and may be able to provide better support for your server than Misco?
 
Dashik said:
I think all the G7's coem with the DVD as standard. Servers Plus seem very reputable from my dealing with them in the past and may be able to provide better support for your server than Misco?
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I was going to go with serversplus for the G7 but they are £5 dearer in regards to delivery to northern Ireland and £60 dearer on the G7 cos there not running the extended cash back offer on the g7.

In regards to customer support. Have you had previous dealings with Misco or what?
 
Dashik said:
I think all the G7's coem with the DVD as standard.
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Forgot to add to this pont. No DVD drive with serversplus according to the spec. I even phoned Misco to confirm and the answer was yes to all my questions so i think i will go with them. Just waiting on the funds to arrive. Will probably get 16gb of ram for now and sort out an additional HDD in a few months.
 
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