There is no more Domino Console due to the architecture changed in Windows 2008. The java server controller must be started so that you can view/manage thru the java console.

The start-up Lotus Domino service parameters for Lotus Domino in Windows 2008 Server registry must be correct in order to start the java server controller.

Introducing Windows Server 2008 R2

Microsoft has released an useful and free ebook for Windows Server 2008 R2.

Windows 2008 Server come in DVD format but not all the server hardware come with DVD drive. Don't be suprise that some server don't even come with CD/DVD drive (especially 1U and 2U server).

You might think that you can install windows 2008 Server simply by plug in USB DVD drive. Yes, you can boot up the Windows installation wizard but you might not be able to continue further because the DVD drive can not be detect by the installation wizard.

Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Foundation is a new operating system edition to be released by Microsoft that is targeted at SOHO,Micro Businesses and Small Businesses. It's a Linux-Replacement that fit to small business IT budget . Below are the features and limitation you might need to consider before purchase this edition: