Article 10004: Buying a Computer for your TASKE Server Applications

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TASKE recommends an entry-level server computer that is equipped with a Microsoft® server-level operating system1 as a minimum for a TASKE server computer. Microsoft has partnered with several computer manufacturers that produce affordable entry-level servers and offer Microsoft server-level operating systems as options. Some of the Microsoft partner companies that produce entry-level server computers are2:

Web linkDell™

Web linkGateway®

Web linkHewlett Packard®

Web linkIBM®

For specific server computer requirements, refer to Article 10000: System Requirements for TASKE Applications in the TASKE Knowledge Base. This article provides links to the recommended system requirements for each TASKE product by telephone system. Use these requirements to determine specific server computer requirements such as the operating system requirements, the number and type of input or output ports required, the type of drives required, or whether any of the components required conflict with the desired server type (rack-mount or tower).

  1. While Windows XP will function as an operating system for a TASKE server computer, TASKE recommends reviewing your Microsoft Windows XP End-User License Agreement before proceeding. Additional information is also included in Article 10002: Microsoft Windows CAL (Client Access License) Requirements for TASKE Applications.

  2. The list of entry-level server manufacturers coincides with the Microsoft web site as of the date this article was published. For the most up-to-date list, visit the How to Buy Products page on the Microsoft web siteWeb link.

Related articles: Article 10000: System Requirements for TASKE Applications
  Article 10002: Microsoft Windows CAL (Client Access License) Requirements for TASKE Applications
  Article 10007: Understanding How TASKE Applications use Computer Disk Space
  Article 10127: Remotely Managing TASKE Server Computers Running Windows Server 2003
  Article 10131: Remotely Managing TASKE Server Computers Running Windows 2000 Server or Professional
  Article 10132: Remotely Managing TASKE Server Computers Running Windows XP Professional