Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2: Technology Upgrade Program
Introducing the Technology Upgrade Program
As announced on December 6, 2005, Microsoft is pleased to offer the Technology Upgrade Program. The program provides eligible customers with a copy of the Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit if they purchase Windows Small Business Server 2003 with SP1 (Standard or Premium Edition) preinstalled on a new server from an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or System Builder during the eligibility period (see dates below). This page provides further details about this program.
How do I qualify for this program?
To be eligible, customers must purchase Windows Small Business Server 2003 with SP1 (Standard or Premium Edition) preinstalled on a new server from an OEM or System Builder partner during the eligibility period. Purchases of SBS 2003 through a software retailer (full packaged product), an applications vendor, or a Volume Licensing agreement are not eligible.
The Program eligibility dates are as follows:
English Language versions | March 1, 2006 through November 30, 2006 |
Non-English Language versions | March 1, 2006 through November 30, 2006 |
How do I get my Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit?
1. | Retain proof-of-purchase information and locate Certificate of Authenticity: Upon purchasing on or after March 1, 2006, please retain all relevant documents for the proof-of-purchase, including but not limited to your invoice. Please also locate your Certificate of Authenticity of the product that should be adhered to your server chassis. You will need this information when requesting the Upgrade Media Kit. For information on locating your Certificate of Authenticity, see http://www.microsoft.com/resources/howtotell/en/default.mspx. | ||||
2. | Visit the following site to place your order for the Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit. Please note that while there is no charge for the Media Kit itself, a nominal fee for shipping and media fulfillment operations will apply. In addition, the order process and fulfillment of the Media Kit will be managed by one of our partners. https://upgradeweb.moduslink.com | ||||
3. | Eligible customers must order the Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit by the following dates:
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What is in the Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit?
You will receive the following in the Media Kit (subject to change):
| • | R2 Technologies CD |
| • | Premium Technologies CD (2 CDs) – Premium Edition only |
| • | A "Getting Started" poster |
| • | Certificate of Authenticity for the Upgrade, which you will need to adhere to the server chassis |
How do I install Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 once I receive my Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit?
1. | Ensure you are running Windows Small Business Server 2003 with Service Pack 1. If you do not have Service Pack 1, please visit: |
2. | Check your minimum system requirements for Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2. |
3. | Follow the instructions on the Getting Started poster included with your Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit. |
We recommend contacting your hardware manufacturer, Microsoft Small Business Specialist partner or Microsoft Certified Partner if you need help. To find a partner near you, please visit: http://www.microsoft.com/smallbusiness/partner/vendorsearch.mspx
NOTE: Your partner or hardware manufacturer may charge for upgrade and related services. Please check with the partner of choice for applicable service charges for support and installation.
Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kits will be available in the following languages.
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