1. Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 Powering Small Businesses

2. Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 (SBS 2003 R2) SBS 2003 R2: Server Basics SBS 2003 R2: Benefits Highlights of SBS 2003 R2 Availability Technology Upgrade Program Offer Obtaining SBS 2003 R2 Key Web Site Links

3. SBS 2003 R2: Server Basics A network is a group of computers connected to each other to share information A server acts as the central hub, allowing users to be more productive and businesses to save money because they can share files, software, and equipment Information can be backed up and saved, decreasing the risk of data loss A server is a specialised computer that manages shared resources Controls access to other devices such as printers, fax machines, and other PCs Manages access to files and data such as customer information, financial files, graphics and business presentations Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 is installed on a network server

4. SBS 2003 R2: Benefits Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 is an advanced solution for productivity and security designed to help you: Keep business up and running  Protect key business information with built-in firewall protection and security-enhanced remote access  Keep PCs and servers current with the latest software updates  Benefit from an operating system your employees can depend on  Prevent data loss with automatic data backup and restore

5. SBS 2003 R2: Benefits Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 is an advanced solution for productivity and security designed to help you: Do more with less  Store, find and share information in one centralised location  Access business information and resources – e- mail, calendars, network files, internal Web sites and business applications – from any Internet- enabled PC  Share resources and equipment such as Internet access, printers and fax machines  Run your business application of choice

6. SBS 2003 R2 Benefits Windows Small Business Server 2003 R2 is an advanced solution for productivity and security designed to help you: Connect with customers better  Stay connected to your customers from virtually anywhere, anytime with remote access to business information from any PC with Internet access and Windows Mobile-based devices  Present a professional image with customised Web sites and communications  Streamline communications with one-to-many fax and e-mail capabilities  Manage customer relationships more effectively with a centralised place to store and exchange information

7. Highlights of SBS 2003 R2 SBS 2003 R2 is an update release to the award-winning SBS 2003 product, providing new features to address the growing needs of small businesses : The “green check” of software health indicates that your computers running Microsoft software are up-to-date – or the daily report details actions necessary for attaining “green check” status. Automated, network-wide patch and update management for all Microsoft Update supported products lowers the costs of managing a Microsoft-based network and helps you to maintain a more secure infrastructure. Increased mailbox size limits from 16 GB to 75 GB improves e-mail productivity. Inclusion of SQL Server ™ 2005 Workgroup Edition provides a powerful, integrated data management and reporting solution to support the largest selection of business applications (Premium Edition only). Expanded client access license (CAL) rights entitle you to access additional Exchange Server 2003 and SQL Server 2005 Workgroup servers in the SBS 2003 R2 network.

8. Expanded CAL Rights with SBS 2003 R2 SBS 2003 Additional servers can be added to the SBS 2003 network. The SBS 2003 CAL entitles users or devices to access data on additional Windows Servers in the SBS 2003 network. The SBS 2003 CAL does not entitle users or devices to access data on additional Exchange or SQL Servers in the SBS 2003 network. SBS 2003 R2 SBS 2003 R2 customers (Standard or Premium) will gain expanded SBS 2003 CAL rights, entitling them to access additional Exchange 2003 and SQL 2005 Workgroup Edition servers in the SBS 2003 R2 network. Customers will still need to purchase the server licenses for Exchange 2003 and SQL 2005 Workgroup. Customers will not be required to purchase new SBS CALs. These expanded CAL rights apply only to Exchange 2003 and SQL 2005 Workgroup servers joined to the SBS 2003 R2 network.

9. BenefitProduct TechnologiesStandardPremium Protected, reliable operation system File, print, and application sharing Robust firewall for improved security and data protection Windows Server™ 2003 XX Internal company Web site (Intranet) for document and information sharing Windows® SharePoint™ Services XX E-mail and messaging solution Shared calendaring E-mail access via the Web New expanded mailbox limits from 16 GB to 75 GB with Exchange Server 2003 SP2 Microsoft® Exchange Server 2003 SP2 Microsoft® Office Outlook® 2003 XX Automated network-wide patch and update management provides daily reporting on the status of PCs and servers running Microsoft software New! Update Services technologies now included in SBS 2003 R2 Microsoft ® Windows Server™ Update Services XX Fax with fewer phone lines from desktops Receive faxes via e-mail or printer Microsoft® Shared Fax Service XX Powerful integrated data management and reporting solution Now featuring SQL Server 2005 Workgroup Edition technology Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2005 Workgroup X Multi-level firewall for security Tools to manage and monitor internal Internet access Microsoft® Internet and Security Acceleration (ISA) Server 2004 X Tools to develop customised Web sites Microsoft® Office FrontPage® 2003 X SBS 2003 R2 At-A-Glance

10. SBS 2003 R2 Availability Release-to-Manufacturing: SBS 2003 R2* is scheduled to release-to-manufacturing (RTM) in Q2 2006. General Availability: SBS 2003 R2* will be available six to eight weeks following RTM, depending on the channel. Obtaining SBS 2003 R2: See the next slide for options in obtaining SBS 2003 R2. The purchase of new client access licenses (CALs) will not be required for existing SBS 2003 customers. Check www.microsoft.com/sbs/r2 for updates.www.microsoft.com/sbs/r2 *Varies by language

11. Obtaining SBS 2003 R2 SBS Experience? Have Microsoft Software Assurance? Need to purchase new server license for SBS 2003 R2? How to Obtain SBS 2003 R2 Own SBSYes - Software Assurance contract must be current when SBS 2003 R2 releases-to- manufacturing NoThrough normal channels for a nominal shipping and handling fee Own SBSNoYesPurchase Version Upgrade via retail to upgrade from previous version (4.0, 4.5, 2000, 2003) to SBS 2003 R2 Purchase SBS 2003 w/SP1 from OEM or System Builder No - “Technology Upgrade Program” Technology Upgrade Program: - Beginning March 1, 2006 - Receive free SBS 2003 R2 Media Kit once available (shipping/handling fees apply)

12. SBS 2003 R2 Technology Upgrade Program Purchase SBS 2003 w/SP1 beginning March 1, 2006 from an OEM or System Builder partner and get the SBS 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit (post-RTM How it works: 1. Purchase SBS 2003 w/SP1 Standard or Premium Edition beginning March 1, 2006  Product must be purchased from an OEM or System Builder partner  Product must be purchased within eligibility dates 2. Once SBS 2003 R2 releases-to-manufacturing, visit http://www.microsoft.com/sbsr2tup/ and register to receive the SBS 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit: http://www.microsoft.com/sbsr2tup/  Retain proof-of-purchase documentation  Microsoft manages fulfillment 3. Customer receives free SBS 2003 R2 Upgrade Media Kit (shipping and handling fees apply) 4. Customer (or partner) installs the upgrade bits on existing SBS 2003 server

13. SBS Information & Resources SBS Product SiteSBS Product Site for downloads, product documentation, support and news Small Business Center Small Business Center for best practices, tips and technology trends

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