2. 2 Introduction to Windows Small Business Server 2008 Miguel Rojas Partner Technology Specialist Microsoft New Zealand Session Code: SRV323 Nathan Mercer IT Pro Evangelist Microsoft New Zealand

3. Presentation Outline (hidden slide): Title: Introduction to Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Technical Level: 200 Intended Audience: Decision makers and Partners Objectives (what do you want the audience to take away from this session): 1. What is EBS 2008 2. Differences between SBS and EBS 2008 3. Understand messaging on EBS2008 Presentation Outline (including demos): Speaker instructions: Complete this slide to assist your SME (subject matter expert) in evaluating your presentation flow, topic coverage, demo integration and alignment of content to your session description and level.

4. 4 Discussion Topics Market Opportunity Why we built EBS Partner Benefits EBS Technical Overview Recommending the Right Solution Licensing and Pricing Q & A The information contained in this presentation relates to pre-release software product, which may be substantially modified before its first commercial release. Accordingly, the information may not accurately describe or reflect the software product when first commercially released. This presentation is provided for informational purposes only, and Microsoft makes no warranties, express or implied, with respect to this presentation or the information contained in it.

5. Right Solution For The Right Customer Midsize Business Small Business Corporate Enterprise Home 33% of Servers Windows Home Server Small Business Server < 75 PCs Essential Business Server < 300 PCs Multi-PC, Broadband Connected Homes <25 PCs 1-49 employees 25-500 PCs 50-1,000 employees 500-1,000 PCs 1,000 -5,000 employees >1,000 PCs >5,000 employees 67% of Servers Windows Server, Exchange Server, SQL Server Multi PC broadband connected Homes

6. Windows Essential Server Solutions “Family” { Enterprise-class Server Solutions, Designed and Priced for SMB } SBS 2008 StandardSmall Business Server 2008 Premium Essential Business Server 2008 Standard Essential Business Server 2008 Premium MultiplyYourPower.com

7. Lots of legacy still out there 1.2M worldwide entities (18K enterprise) $230B and Growing 67% of all servers (25% in enterprise) Midmarket Business Opportunity

8. Midmarket Overview Midmarket Business 25 - 499 PCs 50 - 999 employees 250 - 499 50,336 2,679,766 22 5+ 8 - 10 Upper 25 - 49 811,367 1,334,037 2 - 3 1 - 2 Lower Source: AMI 50 - 249 451,153 6,913,716 10 3 - 4 2 - 4 Core Classification (Number of PCs) Server Installed Base Number of Entities Average Servers/Org Average Infrastructure Servers/Org Average IT Generalists/Org

9. IT Professional Chris Green IT Professional Responsible for all aspects of IT infrastructure at all locations, including… Network, servers, and messaging Line-of-business server applications and/or databases Desktop/helpdesk Modest level of experience Reactive approach to IT management Very few processes Chris Green “My role is a mile wide and an inch deep” Interrupt driven and primarily reactive, high productivity focus Generalist by necessity, not by choice No skill depth in any area and limited formal training (MCSE courses) Use products and tools out-of-the-box, almost 100% GUI based Reluctant to change: If it’s working don’t fix Low influence in business: Bound by the existing culture Feel overlooked, no targeted programs, solutions, documentation

10. 10 Understanding Midsize Businesses There was little thorough midmarket research We took it upon ourselves to fill that gap 115 on site visits (multiple countries) Quantitative studies (4 countries) Customer and VAP advisory boards/counsels Customer simulations (on site and at Microsoft) Technical Beta Technology Adoption Program Customers and VAP visits to Microsoft Looked at everything from environment, habits, practices to features and support

11. Midmarket Needs/Opportunity Midsize Business Decision-Maker Wants to grow business, stay productive, not worry about losing company data Needs peace of mind that company information is well-protected and IT infrastructure systems are cost-efficient Wants to grow business, stay productive, not worry about losing company data Needs peace of mind that company information is well-protected and IT infrastructure systems are cost-efficient Needs reliable IT infrastructure, wants to know systems will be up Wants easy-to-use and manage systems for backup, restore, implementing security processes Needs reliable IT infrastructure, wants to know systems will be up Wants easy-to-use and manage systems for backup, restore, implementing security processes Midsize Business IT Professional Midsize Business Goals and Opportunity Increase satisfaction in MM by addressing primary product pain points Make products they already buy easier to purchase/deploy/manage Provide customer an IT infrastructure solution that spans hardware, software, and services

12. Predictable Platform, Designed and Priced for Midsize Businesses Full version, integrated technologies in best practice Priced for midsize budgets with enterprise needs Unique platform features help save time and money Increased Efficiency, More Control Unified administration console Integrated security and security management Easy migration from existing networks Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Deliver Business Value, Be the Trusted Advisor Spend less time managing daily tasks and deliver strategic value Business application ready Provide messaging, collaboration, mobility solutions Standard Edition Premium Edition Messaging Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Active Directory Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition Forefront Security for Exchange Server Messaging Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Active Directory Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition Forefront Security for Exchange Server Security Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition Forefront Threat Management Gateway, Medium Business Edition Security Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Exchange Server 2007 Standard Edition Forefront Threat Management Gateway, Medium Business Edition Database Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Database Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Management Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Networking Active Directory File and Print System Center Essentials Management Server Windows Server 2008 Standard Edition technologies Networking Active Directory File and Print System Center Essentials

13. 13 EBS 2008 FAQ What is the license limit for EBS? 300 user or device CALs Is ISA included in EBS? Yes, a limited time subscription of next-gen ISA (now renamed to Forefront Threat Management Gateway) will be on the Security Server Will Outlook be included? No, as it is no longer included in Exchange Server 2007 Will Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 be included in the box? No, WSS will be a separate free download. We will provide guidance on how to install in EBS environment as well as include an add-in to the EBS Admin Console Will there be virtualisation support? Yes, whitepapers available in TechNet of Virtualisation, some information What migration/upgrade licensing scenarios will be available? Whitepapers available in TechNet on EBS Migration When will pricing and licensing details be available? Information available later on this presentation

14. 14 EBS 2008 FAQ - Continuation Is there support for Trust Relationship across Forest? No, no child domains or cross Forest Trust Is RODC supported? Yes, it’s treated like another DC Is DFSR supported? Yes, DFSR and DFSN are supported for data replication, some other aspects of DFSR needs Windows Server Enterprise Edition

15. 15 Growing Support For EBS Ideal platform for newest midsize hardware Ideal, extensible platform for software solutions targeting midsize companies

16. Partner Opportunities Deliver fixed value deployments Develop annuity business on a common technology Deliver higher-margin value-add solutions Reduced costs and increased customer satisfaction Best practice out of the box 2008 wave technology enabler Works best with Vista, Office 2007 Reliable LOB platform Repeatable platform for core business Increase efficiency through reduced deployment time and predictability Deliver business and technology assessments Discover customer needs and deliver a broad range of business solutions

17. 17 Technical Overview

18. EBS Technology Overview Deployment Administration Console Remote Access Virtualisation

19. Streamlined Deployment Reduce deployment and planning complexity and time Preparation and Planning Wizards Recommends remediation work if required – AD, Exchange Intelligent checks on user’s inputs to remove setup errors Planning worksheets Guidance Role based configuration

20. Migration Simple checklist Follow best-practice methodology Detailed help with the complex tasks Most common scenarios out-of-the-box Utilise Microsoft migration tools Whitepaper guidance for SBS

21. Under the Hood Setup And Configuration The best mix of uniform and flexible Best practices enforced Uniformity for VAP and CSS supportability Flexibility for mid sized company environments Uniform areas Workloads and versions installed Workload location and basic configuration Flexibility Supported Multiple Subnets Branch offices Additional legacy firewall and DMZ Drive data flexibility Prepare your environment Plan your network deployment Install Management, Edge, and Messaging Configuration and Migration

22. 22 EBS Preparation and Planning Wizard Nathan Mercer IT Pro Evangelist Microsoft New Zealand

23. 23 Environment Health View health across your entire network Focus on business services Sending and receiving e-mail Log on to Network Resources Internet access One console across all three servers Resolve issues quickly by connecting to the right console Built from SCE speeds and feeds

24. 24 Computer And Device Management Single view of all computers and devices on the network Easily patch, manage and deploy software Patches console integrated Full access to SCE SW deploy Focus on day-to-day support tasks Most midsize organisations spend a large amount of time here Manage Windows Server, clients, and printers

25. 25 Security And Access One of the broadest out of box security suites available Integrated security best practices All up Security Dashboard – Integrate 3rd Parties via extensibility Remote Access Remote Web Workplace Terminal Services Gateway

26. 26 Under The Hood Security Windows Essential Business Server uses industry best practices for SMB Working closely Microsoft Security Architects Incorporating security best practices across workloads and environment configurations Including Multiple threat gateway Protection across top pipes E-mail (AV, spam) Web (ports, URL, AV) All up view of security Extensible Defense in depth Subscription Services included Limited Time Trial Forefront Security for Exchange Limited Time Trial Forefront TMG subscription

27. 27 Extensible Console Common user experience across all workloads – Visually integrate Microsoft and third party applications Isolated runtime and logging (multi threaded, thread isolation) Add-in manager for administrator control See all add-ins in one location Remove add-ins Safe mode to isolate any add on issues

28. 28 Administration Console Nathan Mercer IT Pro Evangelist Microsoft New Zealand

29. 29 Remote Web Workplace

30. 30 Remote Web Workplace Nathan Mercer IT Pro Evangelist Microsoft New Zealand

31. 31 Virtualisation And Performance Virtualisation is supported (Hyper-V whitepaper) Why virtualise? Backup and disaster recovery Broader server consolidation Essential business server utilisation is optimised 15 workload on three boxes Performance balanced Security considered Guidance coming on how best to do this

32. Windows Server Standard Edition Additional server in SBS or EBS network for scalability Additional storage needs Support for additional LOB applications Windows Small Business Server Designed and priced for small businesses (up to 75 PCs) Less complex IT Environments Predictable platform First server, right server (upgrade/migration) Simple installation, management and monitoring Common workloads File/print Messaging Security Remote access Collaboration Mobility LOB needs Branch office integration Windows Essential Business Server Network support and managed services Designed and priced for midsize businesses (up to 300 PCs) Moderate IT complexity Predictable platform Small business on a high growth trajectory SBS Upgrade More control Simple license management Common workloads, in addition to Windows SBS Integrated security Management Extensibility Recommending The Right Solution Comparable Standalone Solution Designed for larger enterprises High IT Complexity Higher performance and scalability for large numbers of users Focus on more complex workloads – for example… Web platform Identity and access management Enterprise messaging Advanced data management and analysis

33. 33 EBS 2008 Pricing EditionServer Software, including 5 CALs* Additional CALs* Windows Essential Business Server Standard Edition USD 5472USD 81 Windows Essential Business Server Premium Edition USD 7163USD 195 *Estimated Retail Price in USD. Approx. 30% discount compared to buying standalone servers

34. 34 Next Steps Sell Small Business Server 2003 R2 with Software Assurance TODAY Earn up to US $200 Rebate and get your customers a free upgrade to SBS 2008. Learn more: http://www.sbsrebate.com/http://www.sbsrebate.com/ Assess & Win “Free TechNet Plus Direct, SBS, Partner Points”. Learn more: https://partner.microsoft.com/assessandwinhttps://partner.microsoft.com/assessandwin Get Ready for Windows Essential Server Solutions (to be available in 2 nd half of 2008): Download and Evaluate Public Preview Beta Learn more on https://partner.microsoft.com/multiplyyourpower https://partner.microsoft.com/multiplyyourpower

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36. 36 Notes In addition to the Walk-in and Title slides, the following slides are required Please add your content and include these in your final presentation NEXT:

37. 37 Resources www.microsoft.com/teched Tech·TalksTech·Ed Bloggers Live SimulcastsVirtual Labs http://microsoft.com/technet Evaluation licenses, pre-released products, and MORE! http://microsoft.com/msdn Developer’s Kit, Licenses, and MORE!

38. Related Content SVR324 Windows Essential Business Server 2008 Deep Dive 02/09/2008 2:20PM-3:35PM SVR323 Introduction to Small Business Server 2008 03/09/2008 3:45PM-5:00PM

39. Track Resources EBS 2008 OEM Partner Portal: http://oem.microsoft.com/EBS08 EBS 2008 on Partner Portal: https://partner.microsoft.com/multiplyyourpower https://partner.microsoft.com/multiplyyourpower EBS 2008 on Microsoft.com: http://www.mutliplyyourpower.com/ http://www.mutliplyyourpower.com/ Official EBS Blog: http://blogs.technet.com/essentialbusinessserver http://blogs.technet.com/essentialbusinessserver http://blogs.technet.com/nz_small_business_specialists/ http://blogs.technet.com/nz_small_business_specialists/ New Zealand Small Business Specialist Partners Blog: http://blogs.technet.com/nz_small_business_specialists/ http://blogs.technet.com/nz_small_business_specialists/

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