Windows home server specification

However, it might be a good idea to look for a board with on-board VGA I'll explain why later. If you got money burning holes in your pocket you might as well spend it on fireworks because spending it on a fancy board sure won't give you a faster or better home server.

When it comes to cooling your CPU, you have some choices. You can stick with the stock cooler if you don't care about sound levels. The stock coolers will work just fine under the stresses of running Windows Home Server.

Next, RAM. Again, keep it simple. Now you might remember that I said that it might be a good idea if you choose a motherboard with on-board VGA. This will make the home server cheaper and it means that you don't need a separate graphics card. The Microsoft Home Server logo program specifies that commercial systems have no video output, but this makes it a major pain to set up and troubleshoot the system, so on-board support is an ideal compromise.

Again, the cheapest solution will be just fine. When it comes down to what to buy, the main concern is capacity. You'll need one to install Windows Home Server, but after that it isn't going to see an awful lot of use. Get a cheap one for the job in case you ever need to reinstall. That just leaves the home server in need to a case and a PSU. Dimensions Width: 14cm 5. Weight EX 5. Network Information. Network Requirements Network Requirements Requirement. One or more computers running a supported operating system with a wired or wireless network connection.

Broadband connection, such as DSL or cable, required for remote access functionality. An external Internet broadband router with Mbps or faster Ethernet connection to the server for remote access functionality and wired or wireless connections to the computers on the network.

Connector types Ethernet: RJ Maximum transmission distances Ethernet: meters. Browser Internet Explorer 6. Shock Nonoperating: 85 G. Vibration Operating: 0. Electrical and Power. To avoid this, do one of the following: Allocate more than MB RAM to the virtual machine on which you intend to install this release.

Once Setup has completed, you can change the allocation to as little as MB RAM, depending on the actual server configuration. In the command prompt that opens, use diskpart. Then close the command prompt and proceed with Setup. Note Be aware that 32 GB should be considered an absolute minimum value for successful installation. The system partition will need extra space for any of the following circumstances: If you install the system over a network.

Computers with more than 16 GB of RAM will require more disk space for paging, hibernation, and dump files. TPMs that implement version 2. Submit and view feedback for This product This page. Designate folders that will be copied automatically onto multiple hard drives for an additional layer of redundant protection.

Folder duplication replaces traditional RAID-style redundancy. Upon installation, you can set up a personal web address to be used for remote access and by visitors. Using your personal web address, you can remotely access shared folders and files on the HP MediaSmart Server from any Internet-connected computer. Remotely stream music and photos from your server to any Internet-connected computer for access while you are away.

Centralize your iTunes music libraries and playlists on the server for playback to any PC or Mac running iTunes on your home network. No need to power down the unit or manage drive letters for multiple hard drives.