Re: Standard 2003 4GB RAM barrier

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Matthieu;

I'm waiting for the media to arrive.
I need to install the server in a hurry. Can I install the trial version
then upgrade to licensed version later?

Thanks

Bill

"Mathieu CHATEAU" <gollum123@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Yes, you license is valid for 64 bits:

http://www.microsoft.com/servers/64bit/faqs.mspx
Volume licensing customers are free to exchange their 32-bit version of
Windows for the x64 version at any time, using their media kits.
Other customers should contact their OEM or regular fulfillment channels.
They may be able to assist you with media.


--
Cordialement,
Mathieu CHATEAU
http://lordoftheping.blogspot.com


"Bill Nguyen" <billn_nospam_please@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Mathieu;

I can take out 8GB to use elsewhere. Still, the point is to cross the 4GB
barrier.
Still need answer for this question, please:

Also, where can I get the 64-bit? If I download the trial version, can I
use my open license ID to make it permanent?

Thanks

Bill


"Mathieu CHATEAU" <gollum123@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
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SQL 2005 exist in 64 bits, so it will clearly boost on it.
IIS is part of the system, so it would be 64 bits (to be confirmed).

Are you sure of being able to use so much memory ?
I would rather put two smaller server

--
Cordialement,
Mathieu CHATEAU
http://lordoftheping.blogspot.com


"Bill Nguyen" <billn_nospam_please@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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I have 16GB in the server and would like to take advantage of it.
Will run IIS 6.0/7.0, sql2005, either 32 or 64-bit if necessary.

Some on the web-based apps are developed using .NET, and I hope that
would run on both platform.
I have only CD for 32-bit. I need to know where I can download the
64-bit standard version

Thanks

Bill

"Mathieu CHATEAU" <gollum123@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Hello,

What are you going to run onto ?
32 bits application can run on 64 bits through the WOW64, normally
without notice.
Which application do you expect to use the 16G of ram ? SQL ?

Check if your application exist in 64 bits version, which would be the
best.

I think 32 bits & 64 bits version are the same price, but you would
have to check.

Are your CPU 64bits enabled (EMT64 for example) ?


--
Cordialement,
Mathieu CHATEAU
http://lordoftheping.blogspot.com


"Bill Nguyen" <billn_nospam_please@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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Mathieu;

I like this option since it's a true solution.
Is ther any draw back?

Also, where can I het the 64-bit? If I download the trial version,
can I use my open license ID to make it permanent?

Thanks

Bill


"Mathieu CHATEAU" <gollum123@xxxxxxx> wrote in message
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or go 64 bits ;)


--
Cordialement,
Mathieu CHATEAU
http://lordoftheping.blogspot.com


"Edwin vMierlo [MVP]" <EdwinvMierlo@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote
in message news:%23UtUxFS8HHA.4712@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
unfortunately ... no

1) you need enterprise for start
2) enabale the /PAE boot switch (probably in combination with the
/3GB
switch)
3) AND (!!) your application(s) need to be AWE compatible

... then you can use all of your 16GB Ram

HTH,
Edwin.




"Bill Nguyen" <billn_nospam_please@xxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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I have a 16GB AM Dell Poweredge server. Can I install standard
2003
instead
of enterprise version and still able to utilize all 16GB RAM?

Thanks a million

Bill
















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