NZ SBSC Update : Hyper-V Virtualisation

Reminder: Tecnnet UNPLUGGED Events begin next week!

nzsbsc — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 22:56:00 GMT

Hi all,

Just a quick reminder that the Technet and MSDN unplugged events are running next week. Details below:

Note: These are Technical sessions, Level 300 (Technet) and Level 200 (MSDN)

TechNet Update

Key Audience: Technical

Topics: Windows Vista Deployment, Deploying Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V and System Centre Virtual Machine Manager

Session Times: 9:00am-12:30pm

Christchurch: Tue 11th Nov: Register

Wellington: Thu 13th Nov: Register

Auckland: Tue 18th Nov: Register

MSDN Update

Key Audience: Developer

Topics: Next generation Client Windows and Web, Visual Studio Tips and Tricks

Session Times: 1:30pm-5:00pm

Christchurch: Tue 11th Nov: Register

Wellington: Thu 13th Nov: Register

Auckland: Tue 18th Nov: Register

Cheers,

Brad

Virtualisation and Windows Small Business Server 2008

nzsbsc — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 02:02:00 GMT

Hi all,

Just been posted on the official SBS blog that the documents on using Hyper-V with Small Business Server 2008 are now available in the Windows Small Business Server Technical library. These documents provide an overview of the use of Virtualisation in a SBS 08 environment, and discuss scenarios in which SBS 08 supports Hyper-V technology.

To view this document click here.

Also, please make yourself aware of the known issues by clicking here.

Enjoy!

Cheers

TechNet & MSDN Unplugged Events: Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V deployment, Vista Deployment, Visual Studio Tips and Tricks

nzsbsc — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 06:48:00 GMT

Hi All,

In November we are running the final Unplugged sessions for 2008 with both TechNet and MSDN streams. These sessions will be heavily technical so suitable for any of you technical gurus out there! Sessions will be run in Christchurch, Wellington, and Auckland, info and registration links below.

TechNet Update

Key Audience: Technical

Topics: Windows Vista Deployment, Windows Server 2008 Hyper-V and System Centre Virtual Machine Manager deployment

Session Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

Christchurch: Tue 11th Nov: Register

Wellington: Thu 13th Nov: Register

Auckland: Tue 18th Nov: Register

MSDN Update

Key Audience: Developer

Topics: Next generation Client Windows and Web, Visual Studio Tips and Tricks

Session Time: 1:30pm-5:00pm

Christchurch: Tue 11th Nov: Register

Wellington: Thu 13th Nov: Register

Auckland: Tue 18th Nov: Register

Cheers,

Brad

On-demand Technical Training: SBS 08 & EBS

nzsbsc — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:12:00 GMT

Hi all,

There are a number of free on-demand technical training courses focussing on SBS 08 and EBS available on the partner learning centre. These sessions cover:

Planning
Installation
Migration
Security
Management
Virtualisation

If you haven't already I suggest checking these out by clicking here

Thanks,

Brad

Technet UNPLUGGED Update: SBS/EBS, Hyper-V EXTRA SESSIONS: AUCKLAND & INVERCARGILL

nzsbsc — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 06:37:00 GMT

Just a quick announcement that there will be an extra SBS/EBS, Hyper-V Technet session in Auckland on the 10th of October and a new session in Invercargill on the 15th of October.

So if you missed out on the first Auckland session or are a partner based in the (mighty) deep south then register now for what promises to be a great session from Technical guru Nathen Mercer. Info on the content can be found on an earlier post here.

Auckland (Session 2) Fri 10th October: 11am-1:30pm, Microsoft Auckland: Register

Invercargill Wed 15th October: 12:30pm-3pm, Kelvin Hotel, Invercargill: Register

Cheers,

Brad

SBS/EBS Virtualisation!!!

nzsbsc — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 06:08:00 GMT

Hi all,

The SBS & EBS Virtualisation scenarios have now been released by the WESS team in Redmond. This is key information and something that a lot of partners have been asking about. Below is an overview of the three scenarios for SBS 08 but the full details on each can be viewed at these links:

Scenario 1: Virtualising the SBS Standard Server

Scenario 2: Virtualising the SBS Standard and Premium Servers

Scenario 3: Keeping SBS Standard Physical and using Premium as a Virtulisation Parent

These three options are covered in much more detail in the link above and on the partner webcast here. I will post more info, including any whitepapers as I get them.

Cheers,

Brad

Partner Events Roadshow

nzsbsc — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 02:20:00 GMT

The partner events roadshow is coming to a city near you! The roadshow features three key sessions all focusing on different aspects of the upcoming Windows Essential Server Solutions. The UNPLUGGED session also features Windows Hyper-V Virtualisation. For Cities, venues and registration see table below.

The sessions include:

1. Windows Essential Server Solutions (WESS) Licensing Roadshow

Key Audience: Sales Representatives
Key Topics: Licensing, Windows Small Business Server 2008, Windows Essential Business Server 2008

This session, aimed at 100 Level, will dig into the depth of licensing scenarios expected as we see new opportunities arising from the release of Windows Small Business Server and Essential Business Server 2008.

FOR REGISTRATION SEE TABLE HERE

2. HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Road Show

Key Audience: Sales/Technical

Key Topics:

The latest Microsoft and HP technologies and tools to help our joint partners increase their sales of HP ProLiant server and Microsoft server operating systems, which are available from HP either as server bundles or Reseller Option Kits (ROK). Special focus on:

Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008
Microsoft Windows SharePoint Server 3.0
HP ProLiant G6 platform
HP RDX Removable Disk Backup System

Event Overview:

Microsoft presenter Sean Dring will detail the new features of Small Business Server 2008 and bring you up to speed on what you need to know to get ready for its release. The Windows Server 2008 as the base, add to that Exchange Server 2007 and Windows SharePoint Server 3.0 along with all the tools and wizards you would expect from the Microsoft small business team and you get a product that can grow your business!
Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services, a technology in Windows Server, provides the tools, infrastructure and platform for the development of collaborative applications. Join Sean as he takes you through Windows SharePoint Server 3.0 and deploying and customizing the 40 new application templates you can use today.

Join HP presenter Nigel Owen as he plots the roadmap towards the ProLiant G6 platform and introduces de-duplication for Micro and Small Businesses with the launch of the HP RDX Removable Disk Backup System and the new Disc to Disc technologies.
HP will share proven solution blocks as the SBS 2008 platform can grow with businesses to a multi-server platform. He will also talk about the new Enterprise Configurator (eCO) and will cover your options using HP Partner Portal, HP Solutions Centres, HP Pre-Sales Support, configuration tools and HP funded resources in the channel to ensure the most cost effective outcome for you and your customers.

TO REGISTER CLICK HERE

3. UNPLUGGED TechNet update: Windows Essential Server Solutions 2008 & Windows Hyper-V Virtualisation

Key Audience: Technical Representatives
Key Topics: Windows Small Business Server 2008, Windows Essential Business Server 2008, Windows Hyper-V Virtualisation

This session will give a technical overview of the above products including:

Planning, design, installation, and migration
Virtualisation and management
Health & Security, Messaging & Collaboration
Remote Access & Computer Management
Support& Troubleshooting
Tips & Tricks and best practices

FOR MORE EVENT DETAILS AND TO REGISTER PLEASE CLICK HERE

Partner Roadshow Registration

nzsbsc — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 01:48:00 GMT

TO REGISTER FOR ANY OR ALL OF THESE EVENTS IN THE TOWN CLOSEST TO YOU CLICK ON THE APPROPRIATE LINK BELOW

City	Date	Venue	Event	Time	Registration
Dunedin	23^rd Sept	The Dunedin Centre	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
			2) HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Christchurch	24^th Sept	Hotel Grand Chancellor	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
			2) HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Nelson	25^th Sept	The Rutherford Hotel	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
			2) HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Wellington	30^th Sept	Mana Room, Microsoft NZ,157 Lambton Quay	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
		HP Office, 163-175 Featherston St	2) HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
		HP Office	3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Palmerston Nth	1^st Oct	Palmerston Nth Convention Centre	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here

			2) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Hastings	2^nd Oct	Hawkes Bay Opera House	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
			2) HP- Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Tauranga	7^th Oct	Sebel Trinity Hotel	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
			2) HP- Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Hamilton	8^th Oct	Kingsgate Hotel	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
			2) HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Auckland	9^th Oct	Microsoft NZ, Level 5	1) WESS Licensing Roadshow	9:30am-11am	Click Here
		22 Viaduct Harbour Ave	2) HP- Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			3) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
New Plymouth	13^th Oct	The Waterfront Hotel, 1 Egmont St	1) HP- Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			2) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here
Whangarei	16^th Oct	Kingsgate Hotel, 9 Riverside Drive	1) HP-Microsoft SBS 2008 ROK Roadshow	11:45am-2:15pm	Click Here
			2) Unplugged: WESS 2008	2:45pm-5:00pm	Click Here