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Feature Description
Microsoft Cluster
Server (MSCS)
Supports fail-over on a 2-cluster configuration, enabling recovery from common server and
application failures. Clusters can be managed via a graphical administration tool. Also
included are MSCS APIs to enable scalable, cluster-aware applications to be created. Fujitsu
recommended configurations are validated via the Microsoft Clustering HCT process.
Microsoft Transaction
Server (MTS)
Middleware enabling rapid creation of scalable distributed transaction applications.
Microsoft Message
Queue Server (MSMQ)
Provides reliable delivery of messages across a network, even if a server is unavailable.
Automatic least-cost routing , intelligent re-routing and prioritising are features. MSMQ
applications can also be connected to IBM MQSeries and other messaging systems through
optional gateways from Level 8 Systems.
Windows NT Load
Balancing Services
(free downloadable
component)
Enables clustering of up to 32 machines which can service clients via a single TCP/IP address
and balance the load between servers
4GB RAM Tuning Memory-intensive applications can utilise up to 50% more RAM compared to standard
Windows NT 4.0. The Windows NT kernel allocation has been reduced from 2GB to 1GB;
thus enabling applications to utilise up to 3GB RAM.
Support for up to 8-
way SMP
Scales smoothly from uniprocessors up to 8-way processors.
Windows NT Server 4.0 Terminal Server Edition
Windows NT Server 4.0, Terminal Server Edition is a version of Windows NT 4.0 which includes the Citrix MultiWin

technology. This enables Windows-based desktop applications to run unchanged on the server and be accessed, if
required, via a thin-client. Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is used to transfer keystrokes and screen
changes efficiently between a Windows CE Windows Terminal, Windows NT Workstation or Windows 9x desktop.
Citrix Systems supply an enhancement to this system – MetaFrame – which allows many other types of terminals to
connect to a Windows Terminal Server and provides additional management/usability features.
This edition is offered pre-installed on selected teamservers. In addition to the standard client access licence, each client
requires either a Terminal Server Client Access Licence or a Windows NT 4.0 Workstation licence.
Microsoft BackOffice, Small Business Server
Microsoft BackOffice, Small Business Server 4.5 is a version configured for the needs of small businesses. It consists of
Windows NT Server 4.0 and BackOffice components and can be licensed for up to 50 users. The following features are
in addition to the standard Windows NT Server 4.0 with Service Pack 4.
Feature Description
Microsoft SQL
Server

7.0
Provides a powerful, secure relational database for running business applications. Users can
create an unlimited number of SQL Server 7.0 databases with a limit of 10GB per database.
Microsoft Exchange
Server 5.5
An Internet mail and collaberation server that includes business solutions to help get customers
connected and co-ordinated.
Microsoft Outlook

2000
A desktop information manager that helps users manage their messages, appointments,
contacts and tasks, as well as track activities, open and view documents and share information.
Microsoft Fax Service Enables users to fax from their desktops and manage incoming faxes centrally.
Microsoft Modem
Sharing Service
Allows small businesses to share modems installed on the server. Reduces waiting time for
connections because the server automatically uses the next available modem in the pool to
handle dial-in or dial-out requests.
Small Business Server
Internet Connection
Wizard
Configures Small Business server for automatic or manual setup with an ISP using a variety of
internet connections. Automatically configures Proxy firewall capabilities and Exchange
email capabilities.
Small Business Server
Console
Easy-to-use console for administration tasks.
Microsoft BackOffice Small Business Server is supplied pre-installed on selected teamservers.