Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 Resource Kit (Paperback)

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Get the definitive reference for administering and supporting Virtual Server 2005, including the R2 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) release with insights from the Microsoft experts who know the technology best. This official Microsoft RESOURCE KIT provides the in-depth technical guidance on installing, configuring, administering, and supporting Virtual Server 2005. In addition, you get in-depth chapters on advanced configurations; development and test tools; migration and management tools; security, scripting; Linux support; disaster recovery; and extending and customizing Virtual Server 2005. You also get a CD with Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 R2 with SP1 and Microsoft Virtual PC 2007 evaluation software; sample scripts, source code, and sample applications; technical whitepapers; videos from the authors; and a fully searchable version of the entire RESOURCE KIT.

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Key Book Benefits:

-Provides in-depth technical information for configuring, administering, and supporting Virtual Server 2005 including coverage of Virtual Server R2 with SP1

-Delivers expert guidance from those who know the technology best.

-Includes a CD with evaluation software of Microsoft Virtual Server 2005 R2 with SP1 and Microsoft Virtual PC 2007; sample scripts, source code, and sample applications; technical whitepapers; videos from the authors; and a fully searchable version of the entire RESOURCE KIT book

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Product Details

• Paperback: 586 pages
• Publisher: Microsoft Press (August 29, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0735623813
• ISBN-13: 978-0735623811
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.3 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #579,431 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally, a half decent MS Press title..., October 14, 2007

By	Hemingway (Australia) - See all my reviews

Not a fan of MS Press titles generally - but this one is very good...provides excellent information on how to design and deploy VS 2005 solutions, as well as nice technical 'under the hood' information. As usual the timing is odd given that Windows 2008 isnt that far off (thinking of Schurmans' LCS 2005 book)...so one wonders about the longevity of VS 2005. But still - an excellent book, and the accompanying DVD is very useful. This along with Ben Armstrongs book are all you need. 5 stars all the way....

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Overview, September 29, 2007

By	Another Reader (NYC, NY) - See all my reviews

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For very little money Microsoft provides a (1) detailed instruction manual; (2) "how to" VBScript Virtual Server introduction; and (3) planning guideline. I found the book informative, especially the concrete planning recommendations, e.g., RAM, CPU, disk, etc.

It is NOT an expert's guide to Virtual Server automation and management.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for anyone doing virtualization, September 19, 2007

By	M. Williams (Richmond, VA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book has it all. The in-depth information on Virtual Server is great, but what really sets this book apart is the guidance on how to consolidate. From identifying consolidation candidates to migration, this book will put you on the right track.

Don't miss the great tools and utilities on the companion CD either, like VMRC Plus!