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Intel NUC and Server 2012 solutions

Intel NUC and Server 2012 solutions

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chocolategirl1
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10-23-2016, 12:04 PM
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Hello! It seems you're curious about running Windows Server 2012 on an Intel NUC. Given the hardware limitations of the NUC, many would question why such a setup wouldn't work. It's smart to double-check requirements before investing time and money.
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chocolategirl1
10-23-2016, 12:04 PM #1

Hello! It seems you're curious about running Windows Server 2012 on an Intel NUC. Given the hardware limitations of the NUC, many would question why such a setup wouldn't work. It's smart to double-check requirements before investing time and money.

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emmylee33
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10-23-2016, 01:27 PM
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It’s surprising that NUC is cheaper than models from 2012. What makes sense is adding a $600 operating system to a $300 budget machine.
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emmylee33
10-23-2016, 01:27 PM #2

It’s surprising that NUC is cheaper than models from 2012. What makes sense is adding a $600 operating system to a $300 budget machine.

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ElFrank365
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10-23-2016, 02:09 PM
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According to official sources, there is no server 2012 support for the NIC. However, some users have reported finding alternative solutions.
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ElFrank365
10-23-2016, 02:09 PM #3

According to official sources, there is no server 2012 support for the NIC. However, some users have reported finding alternative solutions.

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liampromain
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10-23-2016, 10:19 PM
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At least some versions of the models are compatible with Server 2012 R2.
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liampromain
10-23-2016, 10:19 PM #4

At least some versions of the models are compatible with Server 2012 R2.

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tcunhaa
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10-23-2016, 10:30 PM
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We're using a basic setup with a low-end Pentium processor, Logisys PSU, 1.5TB SSD, 2GB DDR3 RAM, and a generic cheap motherboard. That means it should work with any driver support—just make sure the manufacturer hasn't restricted updates before installing drivers, otherwise you'll get full compatibility.
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tcunhaa
10-23-2016, 10:30 PM #5

We're using a basic setup with a low-end Pentium processor, Logisys PSU, 1.5TB SSD, 2GB DDR3 RAM, and a generic cheap motherboard. That means it should work with any driver support—just make sure the manufacturer hasn't restricted updates before installing drivers, otherwise you'll get full compatibility.

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_DrKnockOut_
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10-23-2016, 11:00 PM
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It's not my issue—it's about my clients. They need it this way, so I just wanted to confirm before placing the order and setting it up.
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_DrKnockOut_
10-23-2016, 11:00 PM #6

It's not my issue—it's about my clients. They need it this way, so I just wanted to confirm before placing the order and setting it up.

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