Windows Home Server 2011 DashboardWindows Home Server 2011, code named Vail, is a by designed for and homes with multiple connected PCs to offer protected file storage, automated. The previous version of WHS was based on Windows Server 2003 32-bit.Related Reads. Microsoft Windows Home Server 2011Ī back in April 2010, built on Windows Server 2008 R2 64-bit. 'Data protection also includes daily Server and PC backup, Previous Versions via Shadow copy which lets you return prior versions of existing files (without needing to restore from backup), and a protection feature for pre-defined folders (such as Recorded TV, Videos, Photos) in case these are accidentally deleted.' WHS 2011 was previously referred to as WHS codename Vail. Once configured, the Move Folder Wizard can move your data to the new drive as needed.' All existing technologies such as server and client backup, health monitoring, remote web access, streaming media, and simplified dashboard management are still included,' a Microsoft spokesperson said in a statement. As HDDs are added to the Home Server, health alerts will notify the user that a new HDD is available, allowing you to automatically format and configure the new drive for additional storage. The video above shows the new Move Folder Wizard, which makes it easy for users to move data from one drive to another. The software has an internal expiration to stop functioning on August 1, 2011.This WHS RC is the first public release to include changes in the storage features. The preview license expires Jor on the commercial release of the software, whichever occurs first.
As always, Microsoft is warning that the RC is for evaluation purposes only and that you should not install it in a production or regular home environment. You'll also need to request a new Product Key. Look for the entry titled 'Windows Home Server 2011 Release Candidate - OEM install' with two files: EN-USWHSPREMRestoreCD.iso (467.07MB) and EN-USWHSPREMOEMInstallDVD.iso (4,003.53MB).
The software giant says the RC is the last build it plans on releasing before the final, and it's meant to prepare the company's network of software and hardware partners for its release.You can download the English version of the WHS 2011 RC directly now from (localized builds are not available for this RC). Microsoft has announced the availability of Windows Home Server (WHS) 2011 Release Candidate (RC).