This chapter presents requirements and recommendations that apply to the whole server system, including key components such as memory and power management. They apply to commodity servers that run the Microsoft Windows NT Server operating system, including platforms based on Intel Architecture and DEC Alpha processors.
Tips for selecting high-performance system components. For manufacturers who want to select high-performance components for server systems, the following are design features to look for when selecting components that will improve memory performance:
Note: The system requirements defined in this publication provide guidelines for designing servers and peripherals that deliver an enhanced user experience when implemented with Windows NT Server. These requirements are not the basic system requirements for running the Windows NT Server operating system.