Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials

David Faulkner Solution Architect Ingram Micro NZ

Windows SBS 2011 Essentials

Ideal First Server Easy-to-use solution Cloud integration
Simplify your life

Helps protect data Helps organize information Access from virtually anywhere
Your business with you, virtually anywhere
Get Ready for the future

Automatic local backup, simple restore of server and client computers Easily connect to online services Work virtually anywhere, anytime

Increase business productivity Simple, secure, dependable network Easy-to-use storage and sharing

The Market
Microsoft's Small Business Server enjoys 85% market share among small businesses - Yankee Group

Law of the instrument

The Cloud.

Why Cloud?
1. Reducing Costs Cloud computing reduces your hardware costs (computers, software, networking, management) and overall IT expenses. In addition, with cloud computing, you pay for what you use.
2. Automatic Updates 3. Scalability 4. Disaster Relief 5. Remote Access 6. Ease of Implementation 7. Better Response Time 8. Skilled Vendors 9. LEGO Approach

SBS 2011 Essentials + Online Services

Suitable for
Small Businesses looking for cloud enabled services or hosted LOB applications Small Business looking towards Office 365 for office/collaboration services

Benefits
Seamless integration into online and cloud enabled services Single point of management for cloud based administration Enables simple, single sign-on experience Transparent access for users Integration into Office 365 for office/collaboration/email services Pre-configured installation wizards

SMB Windows Server Family

SOLUTION SERVERS
TRADITIONAL SERVERS
Customizable Server platform for businesses of any size
Customizable for exact requirements Storage Infrastructure LOB platform Communication & collaboration tools Any other app or infrastructure service Standard deployment and management tools and processes Virtualization Partner-IT or Internal-IT

Complete server platform, integrated and optimized

Store, protect, access Simplified setup and management Centralized backup Anywhere access

Run your business LOB application platform Unified/federated identity management Communications & Collaboration Suite Self-service

SBS 2011 Essentials vs. Standard

SBS 2011 Essentials Differentiators
Tailored to Online Services Cross-premise solution Retain local core infrastructure Simple, single sign-on experiences

SBS 2011 Standard Differentiators

Fully On-Premise Solution Exchange Server 2010 SharePoint Foundation 2010 Windows Server Update Services

Windows Server 2008 R2

SBS 2011 Essentials and Standard build on the value of Windows Server 2008 R2
Powerful Hardware and Scaling Features Reduced Power Consumption Hyper-V for easier Virtualization Easy and Efficient Server Management for lower costs Ubiquitous Remote Access for seamless VPNs Improved Branch Office Performance and Management Simplified Management for SMBs through consolidated consoles The Strongest Web and Application Server To Date

User Management and Identity

Uses Active Directory for Authentication and Authorization User created has username & password Password Policy Users can be standard user or Administrator user Built-in Administrator account is disabled Unified logon across all access areas
Optional Federation with cloud services

Supported Clients
Windows client SKUs with latest service packs
Windows 7 Windows Vista SP2 Windows XP SP3 (except Windows XP 64-bit editions)

Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and above

Mac Support
Mac/Apple clients are now supported out-of-the-box Support for Leopard and above
Macs Support Initial Configuration, Client Connector, Dashboard, Launchpad (including health alerts), and Remote Web Access Dashboard integration - Mac appears in Computers list Mac access to shared folders Mac can use server as Time Machine backup destination Mac client side support for add-ins

Mac and iPhone support for Remote Web Access site

Storage
Storage is based on Windows Server 2008 R2 Storage System

Inherited Storage Features: Multi-Drive support Inbuilt Software Raid Support Supports Hardware RAID SBS Essentials Storage Features: Move Folder Wizard Previous Versions Restore Protected Folders

Server Backup
Based on Windows Server 2008 R2 backup
Key scenarios:
Single File Restore Folder Restore Server Bare Metal Recovery Client Backup/Restore Factory Reset (for headless)

Client Backup
Automatically backup all computers on a nightly basis File and folder restore wizard VSS writer for backup and restore of client backup database Recover full system and data (bare metal restore) of backed up client computers to similar hardware

SBS 2011 Premium Add-on

Moving to an add-on model offers more choices if customers want the flexibility to purchase additional servers either up front or as needed.
Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard SQL Server 2008 R2 for Small Business

Windows Small Business Server Premium Add-on offers:

Ability to run a vast number of line-of-business applications on an additional server Capacity to make more informed business decisions with the rich analysis and reporting technologies Cost effective solution for a small business environment Ideal for: Line-of-business (LOB) applications Remote Desktop Services Application Mode Backup domain controller Virtualization Other Standalone Uses

SBS 2011 Essentials

SBS 2011 Essentials

Remote Access Simplified Management Identity Protection Backup File & Print Sharing Windows Server Platform

Hyper V

RDS

365
Other Web Apps

SBS 2011 Essentials Server Using the Software and Access

Must run the server within a domain where the Small Business Servers Active Directory is configured: as the domain controller; as the root of the domain forest; cannot be a child domain, and may not have trust relationships with any other domains.

VOSE

SBS 2011 Essentials Using the Server Software. You may install and use one copy of the server software on a licensed server. You may use up to 25 accounts. Each account permits a named user to access and use the server software on that server.

Run on 1 server; One POSE or one VOSE

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Minimum System Requirements

Windows Small Business Server 2011 Essentials
Processor Memory Hard drive Network Adapter 2 GHz, 64-bit (2 physical sockets supported, no limit on cores) 2 GB RAM (32 GB Maximum) Minimum 60 GB hard drive for OS partition Gigabit Ethernet adapter

Additional Recommended Hardware

Other Requirements
Backup drive (USB 2.0 or faster external hard disk drive) Minimum of 1 External USB Drive, for additional redundancy, 2 or more external USB hard disk drives are recommended.
Consider additional storage for your application data SBS 2011 requires a separate router/firewall for Internet connectivity

Storage Router/Firewall

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) Protect your server from power related issues

Serving Suggestion
HP ProLiant MicroServer

Dual-Core 1.5Ghz AMD LowPower CPU 4GB Memory (8GB Max) 2 x 500GB SATA drive in RAID 1 SBS Essentials Preinstalled*
*If you are lucky

Connecting Clients
Connection to SBS 2011 Essentials can be done by the end user using a web page: .NET framework is installed (if necessary) Users enters their SBS username and password Option to move existing local settings and data* Provide computer description Option to enable computer to wake up for client backups
*Requires Windows Pro SKU

Client Connector has support for:

AD domain join User profile migration for Windows Pro SKUs

Configure Remote Web Access

Remote Web Access must be turned on and configured
Router can autoconfig via UPnP New or existing domain New or existing SSL certificate Easily customize:
Title, background image, and logo Homepage links Remote administration using Remote Desktop or the Dashboard

Internet Domain Name

Flexible yet simple config options
Use existing Internet domain
Manage manually Transfer domain for auto management

Create new domain

Manage manually Use partner registrar for auto mgmt Use free 3rd level domain under remotewebaccess.com

Internet Security Certificate

Easily obtain and install a third-party SSL certificate
Helps provides trusted, secure remote connections Wizard greatly simplifies traditionally complicated process Can purchase new or use existing SSL certificate Automatically generates proper certificate request Wizard can be resumed once certificate has been purchased

Dashboard Alerts (Server)

In the Dashboard, the Alert Viewer displays alerts for the entire SBS network
Alerts can be filtered:
By source (computer) By severity (critical, warning, info)

Sample alerts include:

Firewall status Anti-malware status Software update status Disk space utilization

Launchpad Alerts (Client)

From a users Launchpad, the Alert Viewer only displays alerts specific to their computer
Alerts can be filtered by severity (critical, warning, info) Alert notifications can be turned off in Launchpad settings Proscriptive guidance provided to the user can reduce administrator intervention Users can ignore an alert locally
The alert will also be ignored in the Dashboard

Server Backup
Add hard drive(s) to Server Backup
Attach new hard drive to server & designate for backup use (not storage) External drives recommended; internal drives can be used Using multiple drives allows for offsite rotation, improving data protection

Configure Server Backup

Backup destination Schedule Items & Drives to protect

Simple wizard quickly establishes backup settings:

Server Restore
Restore Server Data
Wizard simplifies recovery process Restore from most recent or previous backups Recover individual files, folders, or entire drives

Server Recovery

Performs bare metal restore Boot from installation DVD and choose repair or create a bootable USB recovery flash drive

Server Recovery

Provides for factory reset

Adding Server Backup Drives

SBS server backup uses Windows Server Backup
Hard drives are used as backup destinations Tapes and tape drives are not supported Assign drives for use with backup on the Server Folders and Hard Drives page in the Dashboard Use multiple external hard drives to enable offsite rotation

Client Backup
Client backup for PCs is automatically configured when they are connected to the SBS environment Client backup settings are configured using the Dashboard
Backup time window (default is between 6pm and 9am) Retention policy

Users can also manually initiate a backup from the Launchpad Backups allow for restore of files and folders or the entire PC (bare metal restore)

Client Restore
Restore Files, Folders, or Drives
Administrator launches Dashboard from client computer Select items for restore from a backup set

Full System Restore

Boot client computer from Recovery media Select computer name and backup set

Moving Shared Folders

Shared folders can be moved to new hard drives
Shared Folder moved via Move Folder Wizard Ensures all properties and data are moved correctly
Select the folder to move in the folder tab Click on move folder and follow the wizard. Choose Destination Drive

Ensure you add the new folder to backup when completed

Managing Client Computers

Dashboard Computers and Backup page
Shows every computer & server connected to the SBS server Tasks that apply to all computers:
Help with connecting computers Additional client backup tasks

Tasks for specific computers:

View computer properties (includes backup status/details) Start a manual backup Restore files or folders Customize computers backup Remove computer

Nek Minute

Resolving Client Deployment Issues

Unable to locate server
Clients IP address is not consistent with the SBS server
No IP address: NIC driver issues, incorrect protocol bindings Wrong subnet: incorrect static IP address assignment Automatic Private IP Address: DHCP server is unavailable Physically disconnected

Resolution
Verify network connectivity Verify NIC properties

Resolving Client Deployment Issues

Incorrect date and time
Clients clock is not in sync with the servers clock (more than 5 minutes difference) Prevents client from establishing secure communications with the server

Resolution
Ensure the time is consistent through the SBS network Use an external time source

DNS quirk
SBS Essentials does not assign static IP Uses DHCP for Internet (like clients)

Uses LOCAL DNS (127.0.0.1)

DNS service uses DHCP to configure DNS Forwarder LAN Configuration Service uses UPnP

Add-ins

Add-in
Functionality that extends the product to add end user features, admin features, or both. OEM Pre-installation during factory imaging Online and on-premise

Add-in Manager
A centralized location to manage add-ins installed from a share, USB key, 3rd party share, the cloud . . . Includes add-in deployment infrastructure

Windows Phone 7 Better Together

General features
View alerts and perform actions, including repair action if available Pin status to home page View storage usage summary View status of connected computers and start PC backup Enable and disable user accounts Reset user password Remotely restart server

Design theme will be specific to platform

Windows 7 Professional Add-in for SBS 2011 Essentials

Add-in features Save users local data to the server using Offline Files & Folder Redirection, providing real-time backup and offline file access Easy security configuration through Security Templates, requires all PCs in the domain to use Windows Firewall and to apply updates for Microsoft Anti-Malware and Windows Defender

This add-in requires AD integration provided by Aurora

Office 365 Integration*

At-a-glance view provides quick subscription, service and usage information Extension of Dashboard User Management to provide single user creation and management experience Quick access to common Office 365 administration tasks Password Synchronization with Essentials means the end-user can have one logon name/password for the Essentials network and Office 365 services Profession Domain automation for integrated providers
*Available post RTM

Extensibility Areas
Additional feature level APIs

Add-ins can extend one or more areas:

Health Alerts

Dashboard

Launchpad

Remote Web Access

Provider Framework

Dashboard Launchpad RWA Health Alerts

Windows Server 2008 R2 Base

Add-ins can manage:

Storage Computers Users

Community Add-in Example: Lights-out

Power management add-in that allows you to place your server in sleep or hibernation at scheduled times

Developers, It could be you..

Questions

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