Migrating from Exchange Server to 'vanilla' Server 1

[heffo]

I have Exchange 2000 SP3 running on an old Compaq Proliant.

I have a new Server that I wish to move all configuration/Mailboxes/Information store etc to..

Whats the best way to do this?

I will name the Server the same hostname as the previous Exchange Server. Give it the same IP configuration. Install Exchange 2000 and then SP3.

I use ArcServe as my Backup agent, should I simply do a brick level restore from this, or is there an easier way?

 

[paulha]

From the bosses :

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/297289

I have done it myself (ML370's) following the above link, worked a treat

Paul

 

[heffo]

Thanks, that link looks perfect, Active Directory is also on this Server & it's also a Domain controller - I'll post about that in a different forum.

 

[58sniper]

If it's a DC, you'd be better off migrating Exchange to a new machine with a new hostname. Then, follow

How to remove the first Exchange 2000 Server computer from the site

http://support.microsoft.com/kb/307917

Leave the old server up for a while and clients should redirect automatically, IIRC (for 2000).

But, you're behind the times. You should consider upgrading to 2003. Otherwise, you're about to be two versions behind.



Pat Richard, MCSE MCSA:Messaging CNA MVP
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