White Paper: Windows Server 2003 Server Cluster Architecture (818686)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 64-Bit Datacenter Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 64-Bit Enterprise Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Datacenter Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition

SUMMARY

Server clusters running on the Windows Server 2003 operating system provide failover support for back-end programs and services that require high availability and data integrity. These back-end programs include enterprise programs such as database, file server, enterprise resource planning (ERP), and messaging systems. This white paper focuses on the architecture and features of server clusters and covers terminology, concepts, design goals, key components, and planned future directions.

To view this white paper, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/techinfo/overview/servercluster.mspx

Topics That Are Included in This White Paper

  • Cluster Terminology
  • Server Cluster Architecture
  • Cluster Quorum
  • Cluster Resources
  • Cluster Administration
  • Cluster Formation and Operation
  • Failure Detection
  • Future Directions
Modification Type:MinorLast Reviewed:1/4/2006
Keywords:KB818686
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