I'm at step 7 of the migration from SBS2011 to Windows Server 2016 using Hyper-V.
The goal is to have 2 Hyper-V servers, one running Exchange. Should the new server have any software installed at this point in the migration?
The goal is to have 2 Hyper-V servers, one running Exchange.
I assume you mean two Virtual Machines on one Hyper-V host? One VM that runs the new DC and the other one as your Exchange Server?
Should the new server have any software installed at this point in the migration?
I am not sure what you mean by this? Pls, explain. I normally setup two VM's and make sure they have all the updates installed. Exchange Server 2016 should not yet be installed.
I have 2 virtual machines on one Hyper-V host. Exchange is not installed.
Step 7 installs Windows Server. Where is it insalled? The new server already has Windows server installed.
Now I understand. The new replica DC is installed on one of the two VM's you have created on the Hyper-V host. Does that make sense?
Yes.
And I don't know what to do next. I'm at step 7 where I am supposed to install Windows Server.
OK, on one of the two VM's install Windows Server 2016 and follow the steps of chapter 7 of How to migrate SBS 2011 to Windows Server 2016 Standard or Datacenter.
Thank you.
Still a bit confusing...lol...
Quote " I have 2 virtual machines on one Hyper-V host. Exchange is not installed "
What is this ' Host ' , is it Hyper V server or is it Windows 10, Server 2016 or something else... all can be a Hyper V host.
p.s Mariette, I dont see an option to have email notification on this post ?
On a typical SMB environment, you have one physical server that is the Hyper-V host and that is the only role installed. Never install AD Domain Services or Exchange Server on your Hyper-V Host. We have two Virtual Machine on this host
Yes Mariette, you are correct but was asking the OP what is his Hyper V host.. If he installed Server 2016 there are additional licensing issues... If its Hyper V server then he is good to go, if its on Windows 10.. what is he doing if its a production environment, what is the spec of the W10 machine..
Just trying to help / advise OP on licensing and understanding what he is doing as you were confused on his original post... :-)
p.s all good I got notification by email...
No, it will never be a Windows 10 machine with the Hyper-V role installed. That is for testing stuff, never for production. Hyper-V server core is obviously free. With Windows Server 2016 Standard you can have one Host and two Virtual Machines, the license will cover that scenario.
I am working with Gary on his migration for now.
Licensing is soooo confusing on 2016 now with core licensing...
I understand if doing Essentials can install Essentials with no xtras ( DC etc ) as Host and then have 2 x VM for Essentials and exchange. If however host is vanilla 2016 server cost is extra.... What is the spec of server please … :-)
You are so helpful to us all, sure it will go smoothly.
Bill
p.s where my kit #71...lol
No, this is not correct. You may use Essentials Media to install one Hyper-V Host but you have the right to virtualize your Essentials instance but NO OTHER virtual machines are allowed. Use Hyper-V core, much better.
Oh shoot.. as always you are correct Mariette..
And agree Hyper V core is the way.. don't be scared, just follow these two great tutorials...
When installing hyper V , I personally split partition, first for hyper V and rest for your VMs, format them at install stage as easier later.
Once Hyper V installed remember your DOS commands , cd D: , md foldername … lol
You will get an extra cookie Bill!