Hardware:
• x64-architecture-based computer with Intel processor that supports Intel Extended Memory 64 Technology (Intel EM64T) or AMD processor that supports the AMD64 platform; Intel Itanium family IA64 processors are not supported
• 4 GB or more RAM per server plus 5 MB of RAM recommended for each mailbox
• Hard disk:
o 1.2 GB free space on the hard disk where you install Exchange Server 2010
o 200 MB of free space on the system drive
o Additional 500 MB free space per language if installing language packs for Unified Messaging beyond those included in the default installation
o Disk partitions formatted for the NTFS file system, not the FAT file system
• DVD drive, local or network accessible
• 800x600-pixel (or higher) display
Software:
• Windows Server 2008 SP2 x64 Standard, Enterprise, Datacenter; Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard, Enterprise, Datacenter; Enterprise or Datacenter editions of Windows Server 2008 are required for Mailbox Resiliency features
• For installing Exchange Server 2010 management tools: Windows Vista; Windows 7; Windows Server 2008
If the following required prerequisites are not already installed, the Exchange Server 2010 setup process prompts and provides links to the installation location:
• Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 SP1
• Windows PowerShell v2.0
Here are some notable features of this product:
- With unified messaging, users can receive their email, voice mail, and faxes through a single inbox that can be accessed from anywhere.
- Integrated antivirus, anti-spam and anti-phishing technologies stop the latest threats.
- New database availability groups of up to 16 mailbox servers can be configured by administrators for automatic, database-level recovery from failures.
- Advanced management tools help administrators save time and reduce effort.
Exchange Server 2010 provides a collaboration environment that delivers secure messaging capabilities to recipients inside and outside an organisation. Besides a powerful email server, it supports group scheduling capabilities, discussion groups, team folders, mobile and web access, and a host of other features.
Exchange Server 2010 Standard Edition is designed for small-to-medium-sized organisations. It is limited to five databases, each with a database storage limit of 16 TB. Larger organisations should consider Exchange Server 2010 Enterprise Edition.
Enhancements in the 2010 edition include:
• Integrated email archiving, retention policies, and search capabilities
• A new unified mailbox resilience model that provides high availability, disaster recovery, and backup capabilities
• New self-service capabilities to help users perform common tasks without calling the help desk
Service Pack 1 includes improvements to archiving and retention policy functionality, enhancements to the Outlook Web Access (OWA) e-mail client, and support for multiple client organizations.
The 2010 version requires x64 hardware (Intel EM64T or AMD64), which makes more efficient use of memory and storage than 32-bit hardware. It also features numerous improvements in protection, remote access, and operational efficiency. If your server computer does not support x64 software, a downgrade to Exchange Server 2003 is available through Microsoft's Volume Licencing Service Center.
Important: The 2010 version requires a 64-bit system.
Licencing: This product includes a server licence. Every user or device accessing Exchange Server must have a standard Exchange Server user or device client access licence (CAL). Enterprise Exchange Server CALs (user or device) are needed for certain server functions; they can be used only in conjunction with standard Exchange Server CALs.
Acquiring the Installation Media: To activate this product, you might need a volume licence key or setup code.
