Server Manager
Applies To: Windows Server 2008 R2
Windows Server® 2008 R2 eases the task of managing and securing multiple server roles in an enterprise with the Server Manager console. Server Manager in Windows Server 2008 R2 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.
Server Manager makes server administration more efficient by allowing administrators to do the following by using a single tool:
View and make changes to server roles and features installed on the server.
Perform management tasks associated with the operational lifecycle of the server, such as starting or stopping services, and managing local user accounts.
Perform management tasks associated with the operational lifecycle of roles installed on the server, including scanning certain roles for compliance with best practices.
Determine server status, identify critical events, and analyze and troubleshoot configuration issues or failures.
Roles, Role Services, and Features
Adding Server Roles and Features
Removing Server Roles and Features
The Server Manager Main Window
Server Manager Command-line Tools