I need to do some testing with the Server 2008 R2 RC release. Only question I have, will I be able to upgrade the RC of R2 to the official release when it comes out in September/October? I assume I can, but I just want to be sure as reinstalling Server 2008 is not an option once R2 is officially released.
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Question on Server 2008 R2 upgrade
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lizardking009
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R2 RTM is out on Technet. If you don't have a subscription, you should....
Nope, I have Server 2008 for my own personal use. I mostly use it to study for the MCITP and work related testing. I just spent all summer setting up the server how I want it and dont want to go through a fresh install again. I am testing some Windows 7 and Server 2008 stuff for work and need R2 installed as well. I know with the Windows 7 Beta and RC you cant upgrade it to the official release once its out and just wondering if its the same with R2.
boatasiaus
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Why don't you just image your current install and use Hyper V to create a VM with the RC on it, with the current as the base.
Converting RC's to to the official RTM's can sometimes be very iffy...
Converting RC's to to the official RTM's can sometimes be very iffy...
Ur_Mom
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What about setting up a second server, replicate it and then promote it to DC. I was hoping that is what I could do with Server 2008 to R2 when I build a 64 bit capable server.
Does that have a time limit on it? I am interested in getting a Technet subscription to get acquainted with R2 and Exchange 2007/2010, but all the places I have searched have said that it is a 120 day evaluation. I know the Windows 7 RTM's have no evaluation period, and I was hoping that was the same for Server 2008 R2 and Exchange 2007