How to Buy Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2
Published: July 11, 2006
Whether you are a small-business owner seeking to improve business operations or an information technology (IT) consultant responsible for many small-business customers, you will find the information you need here to make the best decision on how to purchase Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2. The new release of SBS, Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 (SBS 2003 R2), will be available for purchase beginning September 2006.*
*Availability will vary by geography.
Purchasing Options
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Pre-installed on a server | Businesses with server experience or IT consultants | SBS 2003 R2 is preinstalled on a new server that has been built by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM). | Select an OEM:
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Microsoft small business specialist | Small businesses with limited IT resources | Microsoft Small Business Specialists are independent companies that can provide the highest levels of technical expertise, assist in determining which edition of SBS 2003 R2 is best, and install the product, as well as provide additional services or support. | Find a small business specialist.
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Retailer | Businesses with server experience or IT consultants | You can purchase SBS 2003 R2 from an online or mail-order retailer. | |||||||||
Online | Businesses with server experience or IT consultants | You can purchase the software online directly from the Microsoft Product Information Center. | Select your edition:
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Additional Information
| • | Technology Upgrade Program: Need SBS 2003 R2 now? Find out how to become eligible for the Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit by purchasing SBS 2003 R2 with SP1 (Standard or Premium Edition) pre-installed on a new server from an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or System Builder during the eligibility period. |
| • | Get Full Networking Power -- Upgrade Today: Find out how to upgrade or migrate your server to SBS 2003 R2. |
| • | Pricing: Compare editions of SBS 2003 R2 to determine which system is right for you. Learn about pricing and licensing options. Find links to resources that can help you get started with SBS 2003 R2. |
| • | Licensing: Get more information about the two types of client access licenses (CALs) available for SBS 2003 R2: device CALs and user CALs. |