Windows Server 2003 on HP ProLiant Servers

Description

System administrators have recently been faced with the issue of upgrading toWindows Server 2003 and managing their systems after migration. Microsofthas announced plans to discontinue Windows NT support in 2004, forcingcompanies that have not yet done so to migrate and deploy Windows Server2003. This book addresses the needs of customers using the popular ProLiantserver platform. It describes ProLiant-specific issues in migration, deploymentand management, including technical aspects and using ProLiant tools. It alsocovers Clustering/High Availability, Virtual Private Networking, DisasterRecovery and Exchange. Windows Server 2003 on ProLiants functions as a "howto"guide to migrating, deploying and administering Windows Server 2003using ProLiant hardware.

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The only complete guide to Windows Server 2003 migration and administration on HP ProLiant servers

Real-world case studies, configuration recommendations, and troubleshooting solutions straight from HP's customer support labs

Covers ProLiant hardware, software tools, Active Directory, clustering, remote access, Terminal Services, and much more

Gary Olsen - Bruce Howard

Forewords by Bill Boswell, author of Inside Windows Server 2003; and Tony Redmond, VP, CTO, HP Services

"This book is very well done and should become THE guide on Windows servers for all ProLiant administrators. Period."

—Rick Kingslan, Windows Server Directory Services MVP

"If you intend on running Windows Server 2003 on ProLiant servers, this book will help you consolidate operations, simplify deployment, improve security, centralize management, and monitor performance. I highly recommend it."

—Bill Boswell, Bill Boswell Consulting, Inc.

This is the first definitive guide to Windows Server 2003 deployment and administration on HP ProLiant servers. Two of HP's most experienced ProLiant support engineers walk you step-by-step through planning and migration—from assessing ROI and existing infrastructure through implementing fast, reliable disaster recovery. The detailed information they provide shows how actual companies deployed Windows Server 2003,and how they overcame real-world obstacles. Along the way, the authors help you take full advantage of ProLiant's exclusive tools to maximize efficiency and availability, and simplify every facet of migration and management. Coverage includes

• Systems Insight Manager, Rapid Deployment Pack (RDP), and other powerful ProLiant tools
• Migrating from NT/Windows 2000 Active Directory: planning, design, proof-of-concept, pilots, and administration
• Leveraging new enhancements to High Availability Clustering, Terminal Services, and much more
• Case study: the first enterprise VPN environment ever deployed on Windows Server 2003 technology
• Specific ProLiant server configuration recommendations for diverse business environments
• Fast, efficient troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques

Whether you're a system administrator, engineer, architect, migration team leader, or consultant, this book will help you deliver Windows Server 2003's full value in any environment—rapidly, efficiently, and reliably.

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Contents

I. INTRODUCTION TO WINDOWS SERVER 2003 AND PROLIANT SERVERS.

1. What's New in Windows Server 2003 and in ProLiant Architecture and Tools.

Active Directory (AD)

Networking

Security

Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)

New Features in ProLiant Architecture and Tools

References

2. Introduction to ProLiant Servers.

A Brief Look at ProLiant History

The ProLiant and Windows Partnership

Microsoft's Systems Architecture

The Evolving ProLiant Server Product Line

Continuity and Component Commonality on ProLiant

ProLiant Models and Generations

ProLiant Reliability and Advanced Memory Features

Storage Options

ProLiant Software Tools and Utilities

Server Deployment

System Management

Summary

References

II. MIGRATION AND ASSESSMENT PLANNING.

3. Migration Planning: Business and Technical.

Building a Business Plan: Cost Savings and Return   on Investment

Building a Business Case

Windows Server 2003 Functional Levels

Migration Methodologies

Migration Tools

Migration Case Studies

Migration-The Big Picture

Summary

References

4. Assessment of the Enterprise.

The Assessment Team

Gathering Data for the Assessment

Conducting the Assessment

Defining the Windows 2003 Infrastructure

Infrastructure Impact

Training Requirements

Benefits Analysis and Recommendations

Best Practices

Summary

References

5. Active Directory Logical Design.

The Design Team

Logical Structure Design

Security Planning and Design

Replication Topology

File Replication Service (FRS) Design and Implementation

Summary

References

6. The Physical Design and Developing the Pilot.

Analysis and Documentation of the Existing Network

Server Placement

Network Services

Time Services

File and Print Services

Selection of ProLiant Servers for the Enterprise

Build Guides

The Pilot

Design Documentation

Summary

References

7. ProLiant Server Installation and Deployment.

Installation of Windows Server 2003

SmartStart Installation Paths

Upgrading to Windows 2003

Upgrading from Windows NT 4.0

Upgrading from Windows 2000

ProLiant Essentials Software

SmartStart and Management CDs

Server Setup and Installation

ProLiant Server Software and Drivers Web Site

Summary

References

8. ProLiant Management Tools.

HP ProLiant Essentials Performance Management Pack

HP ProLiant Essentials Workload Management Pack

SmartStart Scripting Toolkit

HP Systems Insight Manager

Summary

References

9. ProLiant Essentials Rapid Deployment Pack (RDP).

Key Benefits and Features

RDP Architecture and Deployment Planning

RDP-Windows Edition Architecture

Implementation Examples

Installation Requirements

Introduction to the RDP

Using the RDP

Understanding the ProLiant Integration Module

Understanding the Deployment Server Directory Structure

Customizing the Provided Jobs, Scripts, Tools, and Configuration Files

Deploying Servers that Boot from a SAN with the RDP

Licensing

Recommended Documents and Additional Information

References

10. System Administration.

Monitoring Active Directory (AD) Infrastructure

Windows Management Instrumentation (WMI)

Bulk Import and Export of AD Objects

ProLiant Management Tools

Troubleshooting AD

Troubleshooting ProLiant

Summary

References

11. Disaster Recovery.

The Disaster Recovery Plan

Backing Up AD

Simple Repair of AD

Restore of AD

ProLiant and Disaster Recovery

Disaster Recovery Case Study

Summary

References

12. Migrating to Exchange 2003.

Choosing to Move to Exchange 2003

Planning the Move to Exchange 2003

Conducting the Technical Assessment of the   Current Environment

The Exchange Design

Outlook 2003-Features and Improvements

Exchange Server Sizing and Placement

Exchange on ProLiant Servers

Summary

References

13. High Availability in Windows Server 2003.

Microsoft Cluster Technologies Update

Getting to Clustered Windows Server 2003

Microsoft Cluster Server (MSCS) Improvements

Network Load Balancing (NLB)

Application Center Server

High-Availability Clusters on ProLiant Servers

Summary

References

14. Remote Access Service.

What Is a Virtual Private Network?

Installing Windows Server 2003 as an IAS Server to Support   the VPN Server

Installing Windows Server 2003 as a VPN Server

Using the Connection Manager Administrators Kit

Summary

References

15. Terminal Services for Windows Server 2003.

Benefits of Terminal Services

Client Features

Server Features

Administration Tools

Terminal Server License Server

Designing Terminal Server Infrastructure

Registry Settings

Summary

Resources

References

Appendix A - Case Studies.

Eastman Chemical Company

Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT)

Hewlett-Packard Corporation (HP)

Reed Elsevier

Appendix B - ProLiant Product Details.

ProLiant BL-e Class

ProLiant BL-p Class

Density Optimized ProLiant DL Servers

Maximized for Expansion-ProLiant ML Server

ProLiant 100 Servers

Appendix C - Glossary of Active Directory Replication Terminology.

Active Directory (AD) Replication Terminology

File Replication Service (FRS) Terminology 1104-

Appendix D - Terminal Server Client Error Messages and Troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting General Error Messages

Troubleshooting Licensing Error Messages

Appendix E - Sample VBS.

Features

A complete and practical guide to migrating to, deploying and administering Windows Server 2003 using ProLiant hardware.

° Explains the use of ProLiant servers in the context of Windows Server 2003 to help administrators prepare for the upcoming transition from Windows NT.

° Provides detailed information on ProLiant hardware, tools, installation, tips and tricks.

° Gives hands-on examples and real-world case studies from companies who have already migrated to and deployed Windows Server 2003.

Author

About the Authors

GARY OLSEN holds a BS in industrial education and a master's degree in computer-aided manufacturing from Bringham Young University. He has worked in the IT industry for more than 20 years, and has served on Microsoft's Beta Technical Support Teams for both Windows Server 2003 and Windows 2000 Server; as an HP/Compaq consultant on Active Directory design; and as a provider of advanced technical support through HP's Customer Support Center. A frequent speaker at Windows and HP technical conferences, he is author of Windows 2000: Active Directory Design and Deployment (New Riders).

BRUCE HOWARD has spent the past 10 years servicing and supporting ProLiant Servers and Windows in the enterprise environment. Currently a ProLiant Systems and Software Specialist in HP's Engineering Problem Management and Analysis group, he has authored and contributed to numerous ProLiant and Windows technical articles, support documents, and advisories.

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