Windows Server 2012 R2

The Essentials Experience Part 1 of 7 Overview

Agenda

Staying ahead of the game Features overview Protect your data Provide secure remote access Integrate cloud services Next steps

Staying ahead of the game

The game is changing

The move to the cloud Skyrocketing mobile and remote usage Using data to compete for customers

Don’t get left behind!

Businesses today need to…

You need to stretch fewer resources to accomplish more. You need to get every ounce of value out of your investments.

To get the job done quickly, your people require the freedom to work from anywhere with speed and efficiency. You need to focus on targeting the most profitable opportunities and winning sales. Those who can use data to their advantage will win.

Stay ahead of the game

Today’s business environment is changing. To win, you need to stay ahead of the game.

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Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials

Helps your minimize the time, effort, and money that you spend on IT.

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New deployment options Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials as its own Hyper-V host server Windows Server Essentials Experience

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Protect your data

Client computer backup

• • • • Automatic back up of client computers on a nightly basis File and folder restore wizard Recovery of full system and data (bare metal restore) of backed up client computers to similar hardware VSS writer for backup and restore of client backup database

File History integration

• • • • • Enable Windows 8.x users to restore files and folders Utilize improved File History management and restore ‐ Now enabled per user rather than just per PC ‐ Automatic restore for new PCs Select the folders to protect ‐ Documents and Desktop ‐ Libraries, Desktop, Contacts, and Favorites ‐ All profile data except Libraries of media Set desired frequency (from once every 10 minutes to once per day) Set desired retention policy

Windows Server backup

• • • • Uses the Windows Server 2012 R2 backup feature Supports volumes > 2 TB Key scenarios: ‐ Single file restore ‐ Folder restore ‐ Full server “bare metal” recovery Uses multiple external removable backup destinations (such as USB drives) to allow for offsite rotation

User management

• • • • • Uses Active Directory for authentication and authorization User accounts can be created as Standard or Administrator ‐ Built-in “Administrator” account is disabled Integrated mailbox management with cloud or on-premises messaging Manage user security groups, and also email distribution groups if email integration is configured Set password policy

Health monitoring

• • • • • Helps customers/partners monitor security status of the servers & client computers ‐ Send alert notifications to customers and/or partners Offers three severity levels (informational, warning, critical) Alerts include proscriptive guidance for resolution Includes active links with many alerts Offers integrated health monitoring and reporting ‐ Send health report to chosen email address on a customizable schedule

Business continuity

• • Replicate Hyper-V virtual machines from a primary site to a replica site Benefits: ‐ Affordable in-box business continuity and disaster recovery ‐ Failure recovery in minutes ‐ More secure replication across network ‐ No need for storage arrays ‐ Automatic handling of live migration ‐ Simple configuration and management Virtual instance running

Windows Server Essentials

Provide secure remote access

Empower the remote worker The tasks you want to perform

• • • Access your files and folders Connect to the PCs in your office Perform light admin tasks

The tools you need to have

• • • Remote Web Access My Server app for Windows My Server app for Windows Phone

Remote web access

• • • • Remote access to shared folders Remote access to computers and the applications running on them* Remote access to dashboard or server desktop to perform administration tasks* Ability for users to remotely change their passwords * When using the Essentials Experience with the Standard or Datacenter editions, note that RDS CALs are required for those users who remotely connect to computers on the local network. With the Essentials edition, RDS CALs are not required.

My Server app for Windows

• • Windows app is a free download from the Microsoft Store Works with files offline; automatically syncs when connected ‐ Quickly see file synchronization status and any conflicts Provides light administration functionality ‐ View alerts, users, and devices ‐ Reset user passwords

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My Server app for Windows Phone

Quick Status panel ‐ Summary of Essentials server status Server panel ‐ Enables light server management and monitoring ‐ Enables viewing of alerts, devices, and user accounts • • • Files panel ‐ Access to shared folders and files Recent panel ‐ Keeps a history of recently accessed files Media panel ‐ A centralized media library

Integrate cloud services

Email integration

• • Flexibility to choose the desired messaging solution Office 365 On-premises Exchange Server • Hosted Exchange All options provide integrated mailbox management

Additional Office 365 integration

• • • • Manage SharePoint Online libraries • • Manage SharePoint Online storage from within the Dashboard Provide simplified SharePoint permission management Manage mobile devices View connected devices Configure password policy Enable/block access from mobile devices Remote wipe a mobile device

Windows Azure Backup integration

Sign up Install Agent • • • Convenient offsite protection Safe data Encrypted backups • • Familiar interface Windows Azure integration • • • • Efficient use of bandwidth and storage Flexible configuration Flexibility in recovery Cost-effective and usage metered Register and configure Back up Recover to the same or a different server

Next steps

Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials

• • • Simplified backups for servers and client PCs Built-in disaster recovery Simplified management • • • Consistent productivity Easy connectivity Increased security • • • Business agility Flexible cloud options Improved management

Resources

Windows Server Essentials Tech Center http://technet.microsoft.com/en-US/sbs/jj159331 Windows Server Essentials and Small Business Server blog http://blogs.technet.com/b/sbs/ Windows Server Essentials support forum http://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/en-us/ winserveressentials/threads Windows Server 2012 R2 product page http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/products/ windows-server-2012-r2/default.aspx

Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials product page http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/server-cloud/products/ windows-server-2012-r2-essentials/default.aspx

Ahead of the Game Campaign Resources

Leverage Server and Cloud Solutions to dramatically increase margin and keep SMB customers ahead of the game http://aka.ms/AheadoftheGame 28

Additional Partner Resources

Ahead of the Game Marketing Content http://aka.ms/AheadoftheGame SMB and Midmarket Competencies http://partner.Microsoft.com

Partner Learning Center : Microsoft Virtual Academy https://mspartner.microsoft.com/en/us/Pages /Training/partner-learning-center.aspx

http://www.microsoftvirtualacademy.com/ ISV Upgrade Support Email [email protected] with app name and name of ISV 29

How to Buy Windows Server 2012 R2

Choose from four editions of Windows Server, based on the size of the customer organization and their requirements for virtualization and cloud computing.

Edition Ideal for… Feature Comparison Licensing Model

Datacenter Standard Essentials Foundation

Highly virtualized private and hybrid cloud environments Low density or non-virtualized environments Small business environments for servers with up to two processors Economical general purpose server with a single processor Full Windows Server functionality with unlimited virtual instances Full Windows Server functionality with two virtual instances Simpler interface, pre-configured connectivity to cloud-based services; one virtual instance of Essentials General purpose Server functionality with no virtualization rights Processor + CAL* Processor + CAL* Server (25 User Limit) Server (15 User Limit) Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard and Datacenter editions include the new Windows Server Essentials Experience server role, offering features such as Remote Web Access and client computer backup that previously were only available through the Windows Server Essentials edition.

*CALs are required for every user or device accessing a server. See the Product Use Rights for details 30

Product & Licensing Resources

Windows Server 2012 R2 Windows Azure Microsoft Volume Licensing Windows Server Partner Resources:

https://mspartner.microsoft.com/en/us/Pages/Solutions/microsoft-windows-server.aspx

Windows Server Technical Resources:

http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsserver

Windows Azure Partner Resources:

https://mspartner.microsoft.com/en/us/pages/solutions/windows-azure-platform.aspx

Windows Azure Technical Resources:

http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/windowsazure/

Microsoft Volume Licensing Resources:

http://www.microsoft.com/licensing/

Microsoft Licensing Advisor:

http://mla.microsoft.com/ 31

Windows Server 2012 R2 Licensing for SMBs

Open Value Open Value Subscription*

• • • • Software Assurance Simplified license management Annual payment structure Three options: organization-wide, non–organization-wide, and subscription • • Gives customers the option to subscribe to Microsoft product licenses Provides the lowest up front costs of the Open Programs with the flexibility to meet changing demands

Open License

• • “Pay-as-you-go” model Allows customers to change their licensing program as their business grows

Select Plus

• • For midsize and large organizations with 250 or more desktop PCs Can license software and services at a business unit level with the price saving advantages of a single organization

Services Provider License Agreement (SPLA)

• • • • For hosting providers No upfront costs or volume license commitments Pay only for what you provided customers in the previous month Access the latest versions of software * Available in select countries and regions 32

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What’s new in 2012 R2?

Remote Web Access Simplified management (dashboard, client deployment, setup) Data and device protection (storage, client backup, health) Third-party add-in framework Office 365 user/domain integration Modern client access apps (My Server for Windows and Windows Phone) Richer device management (automated Health Reports, File History) Extended email options Office 365 email, hosted email, and Exchange Storage Spaces Windows Azure Backup integration X X X X Add-in X X X X X X X/Add-in X X Add-in X X X X X X X X X Add-in More deployment options Modernized experience

Top 10 features

• • • • • Windows Server Essentials Experience is now a server role.

Increased scalability when running the Essentials Experience role on Standard/Datacenter editions—up to 100 users and 200 devices.

Windows Server 2012 R2 Essentials edition can now be its own Hyper-V host for running as a virtual machine—easily enable Hyper-V Replica scenarios.

Automatic backup for servers and client computers, including optional integration with Windows Azure Backup.

Enhanced File History integration with Windows 8.x clients.

• • • • Expanded integration with Office 365: ‐ Simplifies management of SharePoint Online document libraries.

‐ Enables mobile device management via Exchange ActiveSync.

Control access to resources and information via security/distribution groups.

Improved management experience for creating and maintaining storage spaces.

Redesigned Remote Web Access interface for modern, touch-friendly experience.