Purchasing Options

Windows Small Business Server 2008 licenses are available for purchase in multiple ways; Microsoft partners and Small Business Specialists, retailers, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and system builders—as well as online through the Microsoft Store and Solutions Pathway. Find the information you need here to make the best decision on how to purchase Windows Small Business Server 2008.

Purchasing Method	Recommended For	Benefit	Purchase Now
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 2008 is best for your specific business needs, and install the product, as well as provide additional services or support.	Find a Microsoft Small Business Specialist.
Pre-installed on a server	Businesses with server experience or Microsoft partner	SBS 2008 is preinstalled on a new server(s) that has been built by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM).	HP Dell Continue to check back for additional OEM availability.
Retailer	Businesses with server experience or IT consultants	You can purchase SBS 2008 from an online or mail-order retailer.	Find a United States retailer.
Online	Businesses with server experience or IT consultants	You can purchase the software online directly from the Microsoft Store.	Continue to check back for availability.
Online via Solutions Pathway	Businesses running Windows Small Business Server	You can upgrade or migrate your current software on Solutions Pathway.	Solutions Pathway

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