The proven and reliable technology of Windows Server Foundation provides you with a base to run most small-business applications. It’s an affordable platform for the core portfolio of IT capabilities, including file and print sharing, remote access and security. A simple and familiar Windows experience makes it easy for organizations to get up and running.

As the heart of a true local area network, Windows Server Foundation lets employees exchange data securely, without requiring email or Internet access.

Easy availability of skilled manpower, compatibility with most hardware devices, and the peace of mind gained from running a genuine Windows-based server helps you achieve the highest return on investment.

Benefits

Windows Server 2008 R2 Foundation is designed to meet your needs better than traditional alternatives:

General purpose server

Windows Server Foundation provides you with a dependable and affordable technology foundation for running your business applications and for sharing information and resources. Being based on Windows Server 2008 R2 means you can run not only core infrastructure, remote desktop services, and identity management solutions for your business, but you can also support your core Line of Business (LOB) applications. Windows Server Foundation is built on the simplicity and technical capabilities that Windows Server 2008 R2 provides.

Provides channel convenience

Buying Windows Server Foundation could never be easier. Windows Server Foundation comes pre-installed along with your server hardware saving you the efforts of separately procuring and installing the operating system on the server hardware.

Make your first server investment

Ensuring your initial server investment is key to the success of your IT, Windows Foundation provides an ideal first server supporting your single-server network. Windows Foundation Server can be also deployed in a variety of ways to meet your needs – providing flexibility. Best of all, Windows Foundation Server is fully upgradable to higher versions when your business grows. You can start and grow with a Windows Server offering that is right for you because the Windows Server family grows with you.

Only compatible with HP products