Mary Help College

CONFIGURE Hardware and Networking Service

AND
ADMINISTER
SERVER

By Mohammed H.
 Learning Outcomes:
LO1:- Confirm server specification.

LO2:- Verify server compatibility and inter

operability.

LO3:- Configure and test server.

 LO1:- Confirm server specification
Objectives:- After completing this Learning outcome the trainees should able
to :

 Define Network Operating system and its characteristics

 Define Server and its Roles

 Over view of Windows Server 2003 Application and their Function

 Identify Windows Server 2003 Specifications

 Identify Windows Server 2003 Technology and resource

 Network Configuration
• In general, all networks have certain components, functions,
and features in common, these include:
– Servers— Computers that provide shared resources to
network users.
– Clients— Computers that access shared network resources
provided by a server.
– Media— the wires that make the physical connections.
Network Configuration cont…

– Shared data— Files provided to clients by servers across

the network.
– Shared printers and other peripherals— Additional
resources provided by servers.
– Resources— any service or device, such as files, printers,
or other items, made available for use by members of the
network.
Network Configuration cont…

• Networks are classified into two principal groups based on

how they share information:
• Server-based networks.

• peer-to-peer networks
 Network Configuration cont…
• In selecting one of these network types, the following issues should be
considered
– What is the size of the organization?
– How much security does the organization require?
– What software or hardware does the resource require?
– How much administration does it need?
– How much will it cost?
– Will this resource meet the needs of the organization today and in the
future?
– Will additional training be needed?
 Network Configuration cont…
• Server-Based Networks

– In an environment with more than 10 users.

– Therefore, most networks have dedicated servers. A dedicated server is one

that functions only as a server and is not used as a client or workstation.
– Servers are described as "dedicated" because they are not themselves clients,
and because they are optimized to service requests from network clients
quickly and to ensure the security of files and directories.
– Server-based networks have become the standard models for networking
– Server-based networks divide processing tasks between clients and servers
 Network Configuration cont…
• Advantages include Disadvantages include
– Strong central security ◦ Expensive dedicated hardware server
– Central file storage which allows all users to
computer
work from the same set of data and provides
easy backup of critical data ◦ Expensive network operating system

– Ability of servers to pool available hardware software and client licenses

and software, lowering overall costs
◦ A dedicated network administrator
– Ability to share expensive equipment

– Optimized dedicated servers, which are

faster than peers at sharing resources on the
network
– Easy manageability of a large number of
users
 Network Configuration cont…
• Peer-to-Peer Networks

– In a peer-to-peer network, there are no dedicated servers.

– All the computers are equal and therefore are known as peers.

– Each computer functions as both a client and a server, and there

is no administrator responsible for the entire network.
– The user at each computer determines what data on that
computer is shared on the network
– Peer-to-peer networks are relatively simple
 Network Configuration cont…
• Where a Peer-to-Peer Network Is Appropriate

• Peer-to-peer networks are good choices for environments where:

• Where are 10 users or fewer?

• Users share resources, such as files and printers, but no

specialized servers exist.
• Security is not an issue.

• The organization and the network will experience only

limited growth within the foreseeable
Network Configuration cont…
• Advantages of peer networks Disadvantages of peer
networks
include ◦Additional load on computers
because of resource sharing
– No extra investment in server hardware ◦Inability of peers to handle as
many network connections as
or software servers
– Easy setup ◦Lack of central organization,
which can make data hard to find
– Little network administration required ◦No central point of storage for file
archiving
– Ability of users to control resource ◦Requirement that users
sharing administer their own computers
◦Weak and intrusive security
– No reliance on other computers for their ◦ Lack o f central management,
which makes large peer networks
operation difficult to work with future.
– Lower cost for small networks
 LO1:- Confirm server specification

Definition and Characteristics of Network OS

 A Network Operating System (NOS)

System is a computer operating
system (OS) that is designed primarily to support workstations, 
personal computers and, in some instances, older terminals that are
connected on a local area network (LAN).
 The software behind a NOS allows multiple devices within a network to
communicate and share resources with each other.).

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 Cont….

 The network operating system is designed to allow shared

file and printer access among
access multiple computers in a
network, typically a local area network (LAN), a private
network or to other networks.
 Network Operating Systems are based on
a client/server architecture in which a server enables
multiple clients to share and access resources.

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 Cont….
• Advantage of NOS

 Centrally manage network resources, such as programs,

data and devices.
 Secure access to a network.

 Allow remote users to connect to a network.

 Allow users to connect to other networks like the Internet.

 Back up data and ensure its availability.

 Multiuser, Multitasking, and Multiprocessor Systems

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 Cont….
 Supports multiple user accounts at the same time and
enables concurrent access to shared resources by
multiple clients. Allow for simple additions of clients
 and resources.
 Monitor the status and functionality of network
elements.
 Distribute programs and software updates to clients.
 Ensure efficient use of a server's capabilities.
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 Differences between Network and Desktop OS
Network Operating System Desktop Operating System

■ Supports multiple users ■ Supports a single user

■ Runs multiuser applications ■ Runs single-user applications
■ Shares files and folders on a large ■ Shares files and folders on a
network with high security. small network with limited security
■ Designed for a corporate ■ Designed for a small
environment serving multiple users office/home office (SOHO) with a
with a wide range of needs . limited number of users
■ Support large number of users.

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 Cont….
Types of Network Operating System

1. Novell NetWare

2. Microsoft Windows:

3. Mac OS X Server:

4. UNIX:

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 CONT….
1. Novell NetWare:
 Novell NetWare was one of the first network
operating systems.
 It made possible the networking of computers
running MS-DOS. NetWare used DOS to boot
the server and then installed itself as an
alternative operating system. Although today
Novell NetWare uses TCP/IP, its original file
transfer protocol was IPX.

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 CONT….
1. Novell NetWare:
• Novell NetWare requires a server running the
server software and client software on all machines.
Novell client software is included in recent
Windows releases but must be purchased separately
for other operating systems. Novell NetWare is the
least commonly used of the major NOSs today and
is the least likely to be installed in a new, small
network.

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 CONT….
2. Microsoft Windows:
 Network operating systems offered by
Microsoft are Windows 2000 Server and
Windows Server 2003.
 Windows Server operating systems use a
central Database called Active Directory to
manage network resources.

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 CONT….

3. Linux/UNIX:
 Linux is an operating system similar to
UNIX.
 It runs on many different computers and
was first released in 1991.
 Linux operating systems include
RedHat, Caldera, SUSE, Debian,
Fedora, Sanba and Slackware

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 CONT….

4. Macintosh OS X.
 Mac OS is the computer operating
system for Apple Computer's Macintosh
line of personal computers and
workstations.
 A popular feature of its latest
version, Mac OS X , is a desktop
interface with some 3-D appearance
characteristics.

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 Cont…
What is Server?
 Servers is large system with higher processing speed,
memory and hard disk capacity whose role in a network is to
provide services and resources to users.
 In a large network environment, servers may have one or
more specific roles in a network, depending on the number of
users, volume of traffic, number of peripherals, and so on
 Computer that functions as servers within a domain can have
one of two roles, Domain Controller or Member Server.
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 Server-based network:-
 Server-based network:- A network in which network
security and storage are managed centrally by one or more
servers.

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 Cont…
How It Works
 In a server-based network, special computers called
servers handle network tasks such as authenticating users,
storing files, managing printers, and running applications
such as database and e-mail programs.
 Security is generally centralized in a security provider,
which allows users to have one user account for logging
on to any computer in the network. Because files are
stored centrally, they can be easily secured and backed up.
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 Can my computer be a server?
• Yes. Any computer, even a home desktop or laptop computer, can act as a server with the
right software. For example, you could install an FTP server program on your computer to share
files between other users on your network.
• Although it is possible to have your home computer act as a server, keep the following ideas in
mind.
– Your computer and the related server software must always be running to be accessible.

– When your computer is acting as a server and being used by others, its resources (e.g.,
processing and bandwidth) will be taken away from what you have available to do other
things.
– Connecting a computer to a network and the Internet can open up your computer to new
types of attacks.
– If the service you're providing becomes popular, a typical computer may not have the
necessary resources to handle all of the requests

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 Cont….
Role of Server:
1.Domain Controller is the authentication server or security
server validate users for logging on and accessing network
resources.
2.Member servers is a computer that provides specific
function.
Such as :-File and print servers provide users with centralized locations
for storing files and accessing print devices.

3. Standalone Server is a computer install only NOS without

service
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 Cont…
Choosing a NOS
• The main features to consider when selecting a NOS
include:
Performance

Management and monitoring tools

Security

Scalability

Robustness/fault tolerance
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 Client Requirements issues
 One of the first and most important activities to get on
when confirming server specifications is to confirm client
needs and to ensure that they acknowledge that
requirements have been captured correctly.
 So one of the tasks in confirming client needs is to
document the requirements.

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 Cont…
 This may include identifying or clarifying
 The business case

 Level of services they need

 Maintenance and backup requirements

 Bandwidth issues

 The nature of the data (e.g. text, multimedia)

 Security needs (E.g. levels of user access and privileges)

 Available support resources

 Cost or budget.

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 Cont…
 Once requirements have been defined and client needs are clarified, it’s

time to start thinking about identifying products that fit the solution. In

this case, we need to focus on the possible server solutions.

 Remember: a server consists of

– Hardware

– Software

– Network connections.

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 Identify Windows Server 2003 Specifications
What is Server Specification?

 Server specifications provide detailed information for your server,

including dimensions, electrical, power, temperature, environment,

and service clearances.

 It is the hardware and software specifications of your server.

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 Example of Server Specifications is given as follow
Hardware Specifications
 Server Model: DELL PowerEdge 860
 Processor:Intel Dual Core Xeon Pro 3050 2.13GHz
 Memory: DDR2 8 GB ECC Registered
 Harddrive: 500 GB S-ATA II
 CaseType: Rack Mount 1 U
 LANPort:2 LAN Port (2 Gigabit port)
 Cacheand FSB:2MB Cache, 1066MHz FSB, Dual Channel Memory, ECC
Supported
Software Specifications
Operating System:
Windows Server 2003/2008 X-86 based OS
InstalledApplications:
MS Office 2007/2010 (32-bit version)*
Apache 2.0 Webserver
SQL Server 2008/MySQL5, PHP5, CGI, Perl, SSI
POP3, SMTP, IMAP, Webmail
Symantec Antivirus

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Identify Windows Server 2003 Technology and
resource
HARDWARE OF SERVER

 CPU

 RAM

 HDD

 RAID Controller

 FAN

 POWER SUPPLY……

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 CONT….
Types of Computer Server

1. Blade Server

2. Rack Mount Server

3. Tower Server

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 1. blade server
• Blade server. A server architecture
that houses multiple server modules
("blades") in a single chassis. It is
widely used in datacenters to save
space and improve system
management. Either self-standing or
rack mounted, the chassis provides the
power supply, and each blade has its
own CPU, RAM and storage.

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 2. Rack Mount Server
• A rack server, also called a rack-mounted server,
is a computer dedicated to use as a server and
designed to be installed in a framework called
a rack. The rack contains multiple mounting slots
called bays, each designed to hold a hardware
unit secured in place with screws. A rack server
has a low-profile enclosure, in contrast to a tower
server, which is built into an upright, standalone
cabinet.

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 3. Tower Server
• A tower server is a computer intended for use
as a server and built in an upright cabinet that
stands alone. The cabinet, called a tower, is
similar in size and shape to the cabinet for a
tower-style personal computer. This is in
contrast to rack server s or blade server s,
which are designed to be rack-mounted .

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LO2: Verifying server compatibility
and inter-operability
Objectives:
 After completing this Learning outcome the student should
be able to:
 Review Hardware and software compatibility

 Install Required operating system and software

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Review Hardware and software compatibility

Computer compatibility
• A family of computer models is said to be compatible if
certain software that runs on one of the models can also
be run on all other models of the family.
• The computer models may differ in performance, reliability
or some other characteristic. These differences may affect
the outcome of the running of the software.

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 Cont…
What is Software compatibility?
• Software compatibility is
compatibility a characteristic of software
components or systems which can operate satisfactorily together
on the same computer, or on different computers linked by a
computer network.
• It is possible that some software components or systems may be
compatible in one environment and incompatible in another.

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 Cont…..
• Software compatibility can refer to the compatibility that
particular software has running on a particular CPU architecture
such as Intel or PowerPC.
• Software compatibility can also refer to ability for the software to
run on a particular operating system.
system Very rarely is compiled
software compatible with multiple different CPU architectures.

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 Cont…
• Software incompatibility occurs many times for new software
released for a newer version of an operating system which is
incompatible with the older version of the operating system because
it may miss some of the features and functionality that the software
depends on.
• Software that works on older versions of an operating system is said to
be backwards compatible.

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 Cont….
What is Hardware Compatibility?
•  Hardware Compatibility List (HCL) is a list of
computer hardware (typically
hardware including many types of peripheral
devices) that is compatible with
compatible a particular operating system or device
management software.
• In today's world, there is a vast amount of computer hardware in
hardware
circulation, and many operating systems too.

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 Cont…
• Hardware compatibility can refer to the compatibility of
computer hardware components with a particular CPU
architecture, bus, motherboard or operating system.
• Hardware that is compatible may not always run at its
highest stated performance, but it can work with legacy
components.

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 Cont…
• An example is RAM chips,
chips some of which can run at a lower (or
sometimes higher) clock rate than rated. Hardware that was
designed for one operating system may not work for
another, if device or kernel drivers are unavailable.
• For example, much of the hardware for Mac OS X is
proprietary hardware [1] with drivers unavailable for use in
operating systems such as Linux.

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 Installing Windows Server 2003
Preplanning and Preparing a Server Installation

• Before you begin the actual installation of Windows Server 2003,

you must make several decisions.

• How well you plan these steps will determine how successful

your installation is.

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 Cont…
Verifying Minimum Hardware Requirements
• The first step of the installation is verifying that your hardware meets the
system requirements. although there is a minimum requirement for the
CPU and RAM, there is also a recommended CPU and RAM configuration.
For the sake of performance we have to use recommended.

Requirement Standard Enterprise Server

Server
Minimum CPU speed 133MHz 133MHz for x86-based
computers 733MHz for Itanium-
based computers
Recommended CPU 550MHz 733MHz
speed
Minimum RAM 128MB 128MB
Maximum RAM 4GB 32GB
Multiprocessor support Up to 4 Up to 8
Disk space 1.5GB 1.5GB 50
 Gathering the Information Necessary to
Proceed
• During the installation of Windows Server 2003,
2003 you will have to tell
the Setup Wizard how you want your server configured.
• The wizard will take the information you provide and will configure the
server settings to meet your specifications.
• Taking the time to gather the information described in the following
sections before starting your installation will likely make your
installation go faster and easier.

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 Cont….
Selecting the Computer Name
• Each computer on a network must have a name that is unique within that
network. Many companies have a standard naming convention for their
servers and workstations.
Name of the Workgroup or Domain
• During the server installation, the Setup Wizard will ask for the name of the
workgroup or domain that the server will be joining. You can either enter
the name of an existing organizational structure or enter a new name,
creating a new workgroup or domain.

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 Cont…
Network Protocol and IP Address of the Server
• When installing Windows Server 2003, you must install and configure a
network protocol that will allow it to communicate with other machines
on the network. Currently, the most commonly used protocol is called
TCP/IP, which stands for Transmission Control Protocol/Internet
Protocol. This protocol allows computers throughout the Internet to
communicate. After you install the TCP/IP protocol, you need to
configure an IP address for the server

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Choose an Installation Method
1. Attended installation

2. Unattended installation

3. Other installation options

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 Cont…
1. Attended Installation:-
Installation An attended installation requires a user’s continuous
involvement during the installation process. This installation method
requires the least amount of preparation.
Note:- Attended installations are time consuming.
2. Unattended Installation:-
Installation An unattended installation does not require
constant user involvement during the installation process. The installation
can be initiated by pre-configuring an answer file called unattend.txt.
Unattend.txt file contains all the necessary settings and options that are
selected and entered during an attended installation.

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 Cont…
Unattended installations are beneficial:
• When the operating system is to be installed on several similar servers.
• For deploying/organizing a large number of client operating systems such as
Windows XP or Windows 2000 Professional.
• Unattended installation requires a lot of planning; it may be essential to run
through at least one attended installation to ensure that all the settings and
options entered in the answer file are accurate.

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 Cont…
3. Other Installation Options
3.1. Network installation
3.2. Imaged installation
3.1. Network Installation
• For installing Windows Server 2003 on computers connected to an existing network:
• Copy the \I386 directory from the installation CD to a shared folder on the network.
• Copy files, such as answer files and device drivers, to the same folder.
• Map the folder to a drive letter on the machine where the operating system is to be
installed.

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 Cont…
3.3. Imaged Installation
• Imaged installation is useful when Windows Server 2003
needs to be set up on several identical computers.
• Disk image is used to perform imaged installations.

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Make Pre-Installation Decisions
(Question?)
1. Partitioning

2. File system

3. Licensing

4. Server name

5. Initial password

6. Network settings

7. Upgrade or clean installation

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 Install Windows Server 2003

Step 1: Correct your Boot Sequence by Entering in the BIOS Setup

Step 2: Insert your CD /DVD in your Drive and start your Computer

from CD/DVD and Press Any Key from the keyboard when the

message is appeared

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