Windows Print Server Scalability and Sizing Technical Overview

Applies To: Windows Server 2003

Print server scalability plays a key role in the purchase and deployment of Microsoft Windows print servers. The maximum load and performance level of a Windows print server is greatly dependent upon key configuration decisions. This paper provides information that helps you size a server to meet an organization's needs by identifying and investigating the main issues and configuration details to maximize print server performance.

In This White Paper

Introduction (Windows Print Server Scalability and Sizing Technical Overview)

Factors Influencing Print Server Performance

Performance Monitoring and Baseline Measurement

Reference Systems

Resources (Windows Print Server Scalability and Sizing Technical Overview)