Is it worth it to upgrade the software to Windows Server 64-bit? How do i install it without a dvd drive?
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If you are going to be putting more than 4 GB of memory in the machine, you need 64 bit. It will also be a little faster for many operations. I installed it by copying the DVD to a USB drive using a different machine and then booting the MicroServer from the USB drive.
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You can create a bootable USB install thumb drive. Look for how to install Windows 7 or Windows 8 from a USB thumb drive on google for instructions on making the USB thumb drive.Other installation options require an existing network and some kind of deployment service like WDS or SCCM.
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I do not have this exact computer, but 95% identical. I just have the 640 gb hard drive and mine is a slimline 5550 model of the same line that came out last July. It comes with a trial ware Norton with Norton pc checkup which is very annoying. Remove it and then throw on something like AVG that is free and not a memory hog. Also, I would turn off some startup programs. Those HP utilities are very annoying and they do checks that you do not need. Oh, if you want to speed up the time it takes to setup you computer go to www.ninite.com. Nothing bad, I promise. I use it at work (computer support technician) and it installs all your required software like itunes, quicktime, adobe reader, flash, java, avg, and more. Just click on the programs and install. It turns off pop-ups and it installs everything in less than 25% of the time and no next's or license agreements.
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Yes, Btw R2 is only 64 bit https://downloadcenter.intel.com/Detail_Desc.aspx?agr=Y&DwnldID=23514&lang=eng&OSVersion=Windows%20Server%202008%20%20R2*&DownloadType=
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Microsoft discontinued selling stand-alone products such as Publisher; if you want it you will need to get the entire package (rather expensive) which, incidentally, no longer comes on a CD hence is almost impossible to install by yourself. I can't address the compatibility - I just don't know. In the end it was a very expensive lesson for me. I wish you the best of luck!
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If you were to install Windows XP Pro on this machine, the 64-bit version would be compatible. ServerMonkey is selling this machine with a free upgrade to Windows 7 Professional 64-Bit.
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I held off a long time for the same reason. Rest assured, Vista 64 compatibility was added with the the Power Pack 1 (think SP 1) which also corrected the data corruption problem and added other features. Note, it is a pain as you have to first install from a 32-bit operating system before you can install under Vista 64-bit. In other words, I had to connect my girlfriend's laptop with Vista 32 and start the install before I could ultimately connect my Vista 64 desktop to the EX470. It does work though and I love this product. I'm backing-up automatically, set up a photo share for my friends to access, can trade files with friends and serve all my music / video files to my Xbox 360s over powerline ethernet adapters. I recommend upgrading memory from 512mb to 2gb (HP has lifted warranty restriction against this).
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if you don't want to upgrade then you can do the double install. the first install chose a new install and do not enter the key. at the end of this you will be given 30 days to activate. run the disc again and this time chose upgrade and enter the license key. this is a work around issued by ms for people that could not upgrade such as having a 32 bit system and wanting a 64 bit new install
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I actually found a newer model with the core 2 solo that ships with Windows 7 64-bit installed. Windows 7 is awesome and the system really flys. I still have the stock 2 gigs of ram.
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It's probably not essential. But you can download the upgrade CD disc image and burn a CDR or CDRW. Then just drop the disc in the tray and follow the instructions. I recently did this to a Venturer HD-DVD, using the latest A3 firmware, and survived.
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Chris, Did you upgrade your 32bit Vista (1410 with Core2 Solo) to 64bit Windows 7? I am thinking of doing the same thing (if I can get 64bit OS from Acer), so did you do a clean install? Thanks for any feedback.
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You can upgrade, but you will lose your system settings and programs. This is assuming you have an x64 system. Honesty I would recommend backing up your personal data and any paid programs serials codes to an external drive and do a fresh install. Without ever using Win7 you will have to get used to the transitions to Win8. Last of all, if you have an older PC, it might be worth while to upgrade to a new x64 system that comes with Win8. You would surprised how much $500 can get you. Hope this was helpful. Feel free to reply with any other questions.
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I managed to install it by installing Windows 2008 Standard but I upgraded the RAM to 32GB and the drives as well to the Western Digital 1TB 10,000rpm drives. It works but is not fast.
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Hi Really depends on the age of your machine. This version is for system builders, meaning you'd have to wipe windows xp and install win7 fresh. This won't upgrade an existing windows installation. If your machine is older than 4 years, I'd suggest a new machine. The install took 15gb of my hard disk
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Not quite sure what's preventing you from simply installing it as you did before. Unless you no longer have the requisite serial info or password to do so. I'm sorry I'm not very helpful. I can tell you that personally when I have had the need to install on a new computer and can't find either the disc or the info (which is almost always the case) I simply orflder a new one. The version I have isn't very costly and there are a number of places to find em. Good luck. Maybe you should ask a thirteen year old. I'm 50 and that's what I end up doing.
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I have Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit but not Ultimate 64. The EX4 16TB works fine with Win 7 Home Premium 64-bit without a glitch.
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You need to install a hard drive, the memory, and then drivers on the machine and then you will need to install an operating system - I highly suggest getting an external CD/DVD Drive.
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I currently do run on Windoes 7 and it does not need any extra installing software other than connecting to the computer. Very smooth process.