will server 2003 work with my server

Question

I own a poweredge 1300i'd like to know whether my server can install windows 2003. If not, which is the best server known to work best with my poweredge? Also, which version of Microsoft Exchange should I use?If i use windows 2000 server - is it possible for me to use exchange 2003, or does it have to be exchange 2000? ________InternetI have a broadband connection, 4 work stations, 1 hub (8ports), and my poweredge. can anyone advise how to connect my network to the internet? much appreciated.   PeetuPoweredge 1300 X5B98

DELL-Mark A · Answer

Hi,

The PowerEdge 1300 has been validated with the Windows Server 2003 Operating System with the addition of this System BIOS upgrade:

System BIOS, PowerEdge 1300 A12
FileName: PE1300-BIOSA12.exe [457 KB]
Release Date: 4/29/2003
http://support.dell.com/FileLib/Format.aspx?ReleaseID=R57439

It is also recommended to upgrade the firmware on any raid controller also.

I do not have experience with Microsoft Exchange, I cannot advise which would be the best version to use with Win2003.

DavidJPL · Answer

Yes, you can run ExchSrvr 2003 on Windows 2000 server, but I think there are some things to have in place first.  I can't find it at the moment, but I think there is even a white paper on it already.  Do some searching, but maybe this will help to start;  http://www.microsoft.com/exchange/evaluation/tiwinnet.asp

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