Server Manager in Windows Server 2008 provides a single source for managing a server's identity and system information, displaying server status, identifying problems with server role configuration, and managing all roles installed on the server.

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Last updated: April 25, 2008

Server Manager Technical Overview

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TechNet Webcast: Overview of Server Manager and Windows PowerShell in Windows Server 2008 (Level 300)

Join this webcast to discover the new features Server Manager provides in Windows Server 2008. Learn how Server Manager enables you to install, configure, and manage Windows Server 2008 server roles and optional components.

Server Manager Compared to Earlier Windows Management Tools

Compare new features and functionality in Server Manager with earlier Windows management tools, including Manage Your Server, Configure Your Server, and Add or Remove Windows Components.

Windows Server 2008 Server Roles

• Active Directory Certificate Services
• Active Directory Domain Services
• Active Directory Federation Services
• Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services
• Active Directory Rights Management Services
• Application Server
• Availability and Scalability
• DHCP Server
• DNS Server
• Fax Server
• File Services
• Hyper-V
• Network Policy and Access Services
• Print Services
• Streaming Media Services
• Terminal Services
• Troubleshooting
• UDDI Services
• Web Server
• Windows Deployment Services

Server Manager in the Windows Server 2008 Technical Library

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