Sample Planning Worksheets |
Describe each server in your existing environment by using the following optional characteristics.
Type of Server:
File server __ Print server __ Web server __ Proxy server __ Fax server __
Routing and Remote Access Service server __ Database server __
Application server __ Specify the applications you have installed:
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Member Server Name: _____________________________________________
How much data is stored on the server? _______________________________
How much data is transferred to and from the server? ____________________
Current number of users: _____________________________________________
Current hours of operation: ___________________________________________
Server Specifications:
Is this computer system listed on the Microsoft Windows Hardware Compatibility List (HCL)? Yes __ No __
Serial number: ____________________________________________________
Any modifications to the hardware? Yes __ No __
If yes, list specifics: _________________________________________________
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Type of network adapters installed:
Type of CD-ROM installed: __________________________________________
List all plug-and-play devices: _______________________________
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Type of external disks connected to the computer: _________________________
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Hard disk partitioning and free disk space available: _______________________
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Are you using redundant array of independent disks (RAID)? If so, specify: Software RAID __ Hardware RAID __
What levels of RAID are you using? ____________________________________
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Which of the following types of software are installed on this server?
Third-party network services __ Virus scanners __ Other client software __
Read the release notes file (relnotes.htm) on the Windows 2000 Server operating system CD for information about known problems with specific applications.
Uninstall any applications that are mentioned in the release notes before you upgrade or do a clean installation.