Originally Posted by Tomastoria
Is there any advantage to Server/R2 Essentials 2012?
Would it help to upgrade processor to E5?


Server 2012R2 does have some new features like SSTP VPN (much faster + safer) than the PPtP VPN (most don't use it though), detailed health reporting, manage network shares on other computers, network restore via WDS (this means you can restore any backup on your network without needing any flash drives or restore discs), and Office 365 integration. There's other stuff, but nothing too revolutionary.

So, basically, if you already have 2011 Essentials, stick with it. It's good until 2020. If you're getting a new server, go with 2012R2.

No, most of the Xeon E5's would actually be slower. The main reason to go with Xeon E5 is if you need a dual processor server. For example, a terminal server and amazing charts on the same box.


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