Mobo for Win2k server

[Guest]

I'm building a Win2k or Small Business Server 2000 server to serve as an all-in-one home/business machine. I'll be running WWW/Exchange/whatever.

I'd like to start with a solid core (scalable mobo), keeping the systems under $1000 and expanding as necessary.

Any suggested specs for mobo, processor, etc. would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[Pettytheft]

What do expect this server to scale to? If it's a web server what kind of content/traffic do you expect?

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[Guest]

I guess I should be a little more specific.

I'm running my own consulting business out of my home. I will use this server for general server needs, as well as running my own mail server. I would initially serve my own WWW content until (if/when) it becomes clear that I need to upgrade or outsource.

So I guess I just need a modest server board that won't cost me an arm and a leg, but still allow me room to expand.

Not sure if that was specific enough to be helpful. Feedback is appreciated.

Thanks

 

[Pettytheft]

Okay one last question. Servers are expensive equipment, so you could build one for 1k or so but it wont scale. For a window's type machine I recommend spending around the 2k area. Is that out of the question?

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[Guest]

I wouldn't say its out of the question. How does that 2k break down?