Windows Storage Server 2008 R2 Essentials Online Help for Administrators

Updated: December 12, 2012

Applies To: Windows Storage Server 2008 R2 Essentials

Getting Started Get started with Windows Storage Server 2008 R2.	Connect Computers to the Server Connect your home computers to your home server.	Back Up and Restore Back up your server, and use your server to back up your computers.
Access from Anywhere Access Windows Storage Server from any web browser.	Manage User Accounts Manage user accounts, passwords, and access.	Manage HomeGroup Make it easier to share pictures, music, videos and documents between computers running Windows 7.
Manage Server Folders Manage access to all your server folders. Manage Server Storage Manage hard drives and increase server storage. Manage Add-ins Manage and install add-ins to add new services.	Monitor System Health Keep up to date on your computers’ firewall status, software update status, and disk space utilization. Troubleshooting Troubleshoot common problems that you may encounter when using Windows Storage Server.	Manage Digital Media Allow sharing and playing of digital media files stored on the server. Learn More Product Information Windows Storage Server Blog File Services and Storage Forum