A guide to Windows Server 2003 end of life

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  Weighing options for a migration from Windows Server 2003

  Enterprises have a number of upgrade options in the post-Windows Server 2003 world. Some organizations may consider upgrading to Windows Server 2012, while others may consider a jump to Amazon Web Services (AWS) or other cloud options. Read Now

1Prepping for a Windows Server 2003 migration

Now that you've decided to migrate from Windows Server 2003, it's time to prepare for the process, get the wheels in motion and avoid common mistakes.

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  A Windows Server 2003 migration delay could cost you

  Organizations that can't complete a Windows Server 2003 migration by July 14, 2015, should be prepared to pay Microsoft's extended support fees. A custom support agreement will cost your enterprise roughly $600 per server in the first year. Read Now

2Moving on to Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2012 R2

For enterprises that have chosen to skip over Windows Server 2008, the next best options are Windows Server 2012 or Windows Server 2012 R2.

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  Is it time for your enterprise to migrate to Windows Server 2012?

  If your enterprise has plans for a large-scale virtualized environment, a Windows Server 2012 migration might be a good choice. The OS features an enhancement to Hyper-V called Replica, which provides continuity with disaster recovery sites. Read Now

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  Steps for migrating to Windows Server 2012

  Once you've decided to migrate to Windows Server 2012, the first step is to ensure that your hardware meets the minimum requirements. You'll also want to upgrade your system's ROM and update miniport drivers and their corresponding firmware. Read Now

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  Windows Server 2012 R2 upgrade prep

  To avoid issues during an upgrade Windows Server 2012 R2, consider testing upgrades and rollbacks in the lab first. Performing full backups of each server and virtual machine will also mitigate any losses in case the upgrade fails. Read Now

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  Migration options for Windows Server 2003

  Organizations are considering Windows 2008 or Windows 2012 upgrades, along with the option of choosing a cloud deployment, when moving off of Windows Server 2003. Read Now

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  Benefits of a Windows Server 2012 migration

  With an improved Server Core, as well as an additional 2,300 cmdlets in PowerShell 3.0, Windows Server 2012 may be a good fit for enterprises that want to get more from their server hardware. Read Now