Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard Installation Guide

Published: March 10, 2011

Applies To: Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard

The Windows® Small Business Server 2011 Standard software is based on the Windows Server® 2008 R2 operating system. During the installation, Windows SBS 2011 Standard configures applications and features, which include:

• The Windows SBS Console

• Microsoft® Exchange Server 2010 Standard with Service Pack 1 (SP1)

• Microsoft SharePoint® Foundation 2010

• Microsoft SQL Server® 2008 R2 Express

• Windows Server Update Services (WSUS) 3.0 with Service Pack 2 (SP2)

• Remote Web Access

This Installation Guide includes the following topics:

• Before you install Windows SBS 2011 Standard  Do not skip this topic. It helps assure a successful installation of Windows SBS 2011 Standard.

• Migrating from a previous version of Windows SBS  There is a different process to follow if you are migrating from another version of Windows Small Business Server.

• Install Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard  If you are installing Windows SBS 2011 Standard for the first time, this section helps you complete your installation successfully.

• Complete the Getting Started Tasks  After you are finished installing Windows SBS 2011 Standard, this section helps you perform the Getting Started tasks to configure your network.