Become a Partner

Windows Small Business Server 2008 gives information technology (IT) professionals the opportunity to attract new customers, deepen existing relationships, and build a profitable business by providing an integrated solution with value-added services to small businesses. Join the Microsoft Partner Program (registration is free) to access the latest downloads, training, tools, and resources and to learn more about certification and its benefits. Visit the Microsoft Partner Portal to become a partner and access resources for Windows Small Business Server 2008.

For OEM System Builder Partners

If you are an OEM System Builder, visit the OEM System Builder Web site to access operating system and application software—acquired from Microsoft Authorized Distributors—specifically for registered partners to preinstall on the systems they build. You'll also find training, readiness, technical support, hardware and licensing information, and more.

Additional Resources for Partners

Visit the Microsoft Partner Portal for information on the Windows Essential Server Solutions family of products
Access Partner Online Technical Communities
Access unlimited technical support from Microsoft engineers as part of your Microsoft Partner Program benefits—at no additional cost. Partner Online Technical Communities provide access to valuable resources and help you get quick answers to advisory, break-fix, and pre-sales questions.
Transact Solutions Pathway Changes
Help your customers easily upgrade or migrate from their existing solutions as their business needs change.
Learn about becoming a Small Business Specialist
Enroll to gain access to tools and resources available only to Small Business Specialists.
Learn about joining the Networking Infrastructure Solutions competency
Apply for the Microsoft Networking Infrastructure Solutions Competency and use all of the valuable, customized resources, tools, and information to help make your business—and your customers’ businesses—do more.

Resources for
IT Pros

Windows Small Business Server

Blogs and Newsgroups

Official Blog
SBS 2008 Facebook - join the community
Official Public Newsgroup
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Domain Name Providers

If you are a domain name provider who would like to be considered for inclusion in the Windows Small Business Server Domain Management Program, which includes identification during the Windows Small Business Server 2008 installation process, please contact us here.