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IC-786 wrote:
> 
> QUERY ON NT
> 
> Can someone advise what the hardware requirements are for a server
> which will run WINDOWS NT Server for a small LAN with 4-5
> workstations?
> 

With only 4-5 workstations, you could get away with 32Mb RAM, but leave room 
for expansion if needed later for more PC's.

> What sort of CPU, HDD, RAM is required for (a) the server (b) the
> stations?
> 

a.	Server: For such a small LAN, a P133 or greater (given $$$ 
limitations) will be fine, get at least 2Gb HDD (you will use it soon 
enough!!) Get a fast SCSI setup, like the Adaptec 2940 and a Seagate 
Barracuda or Hawk.

b.	Stations (running NT workstation), give 16-24Mb RAM, there is no need 
for a HDD > 1Gb each (500Mb realistically) as they will all have acces to the 
servers 2Gb.  These workstations will be fine with business apps if they are a 
lower class pentium like the 100.

> Which would be better-a dedicated server or undedicated server?
> 

Use a dedicated server, it may be an extra PC, but it doesn't have to be as 
powerful if is isn't running apps as well.

> Can you still run Windows 95 on top of NT?
> 

You can dual boot 95 and NT, so run one OR the other at one time. Just install 
95 first, then NT.

> The LAN will mainly run business applications, MS-Office and a POS
> system.

For these purposes, you will not need heavy duty (ie Alfa chips etc) 
equipment.  Get reliable equipment though, especially for the server (Digital 
won the APC Australian reliability servey, see July APC).

> 
> Can Windows NT be also installed on a portable laptop which will
> connect to the server to down load data?

Yes, though I'm not sure about PCM support (check the HCL), I was using a 
docking station with an ISA Network card and a Toshiba T4900.

> 
> What are the latest versions of Windows NT Server & Workstation and
> how much do they cost?

Lastest full version is 3.51 Server around AUS$1000, Workstation around 
AUS$2-300, but shop around prices do vary.
(Note Version 4 is in late beta, if you are in no rush, it may be worth the 
wait, 3.51 works great though)

> 
> Any other info. on Windows NT appreciated as well. Thanks!
> 

Make sure all hardware is supported under the NT Hardware Compatibility List 
(HCW) avaliable from Microsoft, or Technet, or with the NT software itself.
This info is given as an perfectly acceptable lower limit (for running 
business apps such as Office 95), I wouldn't advise going under it, but by all 
means go higher if you have the money.

> Regards
> IC

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