HP DL320 Implementing Microsoft Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 on Pro - Page 2

Abstract This integration note describes the level of support available for Microsoft® Windows® Server 2003 Service Pack 1 (SP1): • Supported configurations of ProLiant servers • Recommended system configuration and server platforms • Supported software, storage options, and network adapters • Procedures for new installations • Known issues with workarounds This paper describes the level of support available for Microsoft Windows Web Server, Standard Server, and Enterprise Server editions of the Windows Server 2003 family with Service Pack 1. It does not describe support for Itanium® 2-based systems. Additionally, the focus of this document does not include performing upgrades to Windows Server 2003. For information of this nature, refer to the integration note titled "Upgrading to Microsoft Windows Server 2003 with Service Pack 1 on ProLiant servers." This document and others pertaining to Windows Server 2003 can be found at www.hp.com/go/windows. Introduction to Windows Server 2003 and Service Pack 1 Windows Server 2003 is an extension of the Windows 2000 operating system (OS) environment developed to enhance the customer experience and to improve the overall usability and deployment. With few exceptions, application code developed for use under Windows 2000 will work with the Windows Server 2003 family of operating systems. Microsoft provides Windows Server 2003 in both 32-bit and 64-bit editions. The 64-bit edition supports the Intel® Itanium® and Intel ® Itanium® 2 processors. This paper covers the 32-bit editions of Windows Server 2003 running on ProLiant servers based on the x86 architecture. Microsoft delivered Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 to enhance security, increase reliability, and simplify administration of Windows Server 2003. Windows Server 2003 Service Pack 1 provides refinements and supplies cumulative system patches to Windows Server 2003. Supported configurations Windows Server 2003 SP1 should load and run on any ProLiant server that meets the recommended hardware configuration established by Microsoft. Carefully review this document for the recommended system configuration and possible issues you might encounter. Performing due diligence optimizes your resources and testing scenarios. Do not use this paper as your sole source of information. In addition to the websites mentioned throughout this paper, you might also want to visit the Windows Server 2003 support page at http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/software/microsoft/OS/Windows2003_support.html and the Microsoft website at www.microsoft.com/. 2