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Grow your business by helping your customers increase the reliability, flexibility, and efficiency of their server infrastructures. Windows Server 2008 R2 delivers new features that include advanced virtualization tools, web resources, management enhancements, and integration with exciting Windows 7 functionality.

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Windows Server 2008 R2

Microsoft Server Client Access License
Drive revenue by selling Server Client Access (CAL) licenses any time you sell a server preinstalled with Windows Server software.
Windows Server 2008 R2 Licensing Guide .pdf 3.2 MB
Your comprehensive resource for licensing and pricing.
Preinstall Windows Server 2008 R2 with the Windows OPK
Download the Windows OEM Preinstallation Kit (Windows OPK)—a set of tools and documentation that supports automated installation and customization of the following operating systems: Windows 7, Windows Server 2008 R2, Windows Vista Service Pack 1 (SP1), and Windows Server 2008.
Microsoft Assessment and Planning Toolkit for Windows Server 2008 R2 and Hyper-V
A powerful inventory, assessment, and reporting tool, the Assessment Planning Toolkit helps simplify the migration planning process.

Windows Server 2008 End of Sales

Windows Server 2008 End-of-Sales Overview .pptx 282 KB
Get information you need to start moving your customers to Windows Server 2008 R2.
Windows Server 2008 End-of-Sales Guide .pdf 247 KB
Use this telesales guide when talking with your customers about making the transition to Windows Server 2008 R2.
End-of-Sales Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) .pdf 182 KB
Get answers to frequently asked questions about Windows Server 2008 end of sales and moving to Windows Server 2008 R2.

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