• Supports Hyper-V-based virtualization and one free virtual instance
• AD Rights Management Services
• BranchCache Content Server
• DirectAccess
• Hyper-V
• Internet Information Services 7.5
• Network Access Protection (NAP)
• Remote Desktop Services
• Server Core Support
• Server Manager
• Windows PowerShell 2.0

Processor (64-bit):

• 1.4 GHz (x64)

Hard Disk*:

• 32 GB or greater

Memory:

• 512 MB RAM
• 32 GB RAM (Maximum)

Optical Drive:

• DVD-ROM

Others:

• Super VGA (800 × 600) or higher resolution monitor
• Keyboard and Microsoft Mouse (or compatible pointing device)
• Internet access

* Computers with more than 16 GB of RAM will require more disk space for paging hibernation and dump files.

Note:

• Actual requirements will vary based on your system configuration and the applications and features you choose to install. Processor performance is dependent upon not only the clock frequency of the processor but the number of cores and the size of the processor cache. Disk space requirements for the system partition are approximate. Additional available hard disk space may be required if you are installing over a network

Windows Server 2008 R2 Standard is the most robust Windows Server operating system to date. With built-in enhanced Web and virtualization capabilities it is designed to increase the reliability and flexibility of your server infrastructure while helping save time and reduce costs. Powerful tools give you greater control over your servers and streamline configuration and management tasks. Plus enhanced security features work to harden the operating system to help protect your data and network and provide a solid highly dependable foundation for your business.