Windows Server 2008 is 20% faster than Vista

**Mats** · 03-18-2008, 11:06 AM

Thanks!

I've just found out about this software.

**003** · 03-18-2008, 12:37 PM

How does one get DX10.1 on server 2k8?

**SmaKKed** · 03-18-2008, 01:47 PM

Got a bSOD in Server last night which i never had in VIsta. But im thinking it could be related to Nvidia drivers i am runnning, will test some more tonight.
BAD_POOL_CALLER

**Damien** · 03-18-2008, 06:24 PM

how do i actually get to the desktop? it says i have to change the password before logging in, but every password i have tried just tells me it's not complex enough, or long enough, or doesn't match the history of the domain...? what do i do haha

**Metroid** · 03-18-2008, 06:47 PM

Originally Posted by 003

How does one get DX10.1 on server 2k8?

It uses the same driver as Vista at least with Nvidia Drivers it works great.

Originally Posted by DamienKC

how do i actually get to the desktop? it says i have to change the password before logging in, but every password i have tried just tells me it's not complex enough, or long enough, or doesn't match the history of the domain...? what do i do haha

A complex password is one of at least 1 Capital letter, 1 number and lowercase letters, like 1kkGuTr6N8.

Metroid.

**MuffinFlavored** · 03-18-2008, 06:47 PM

Originally Posted by DamienKC

how do i actually get to the desktop? it says i have to change the password before logging in, but every password i have tried just tells me it's not complex enough, or long enough, or doesn't match the history of the domain...? what do i do haha

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Originally Posted by Metroid

It uses the same driver as Vista at least with Nvidia Drivers it works great.

Metroid.

How is your experience?

**Metroid** · 03-18-2008, 06:55 PM

Originally Posted by MuffinFlavored

How is your experience?

I will post benchmarks later and explain better as for now I can say Win Server 2008 is quite similar to XP, %5 less performance on some tests, some +5%. I have to fix an internal problem with my hardware first, looks like my CPU got a real time flash light bug due to some xtreme overclocking.lol

Metroid.

**003** · 03-18-2008, 09:49 PM

Originally Posted by Metroid

I will post benchmarks later and explain better as for now I can say Win Server 2008 is quite similar to XP, %5 less performance on some tests, some +5%. I have to fix an internal problem with my hardware first, looks like my CPU got a real time flash light bug due to some xtreme overclocking.lol

Metroid.

Sounds like we finally have a winner here! Can't wait for your comparison! Did you compare xp x64 to server 2008 x64, or the 32-bit versions?

**GoldenEye** · 03-18-2008, 10:48 PM

Temporarily Bypass Windows Server 2008 Activation

http://www.petri.co.il/bypass-window...activation.htm

microsoft is so safe

**KiD0M4N** · 03-18-2008, 10:54 PM

My report on this:

Hi all-

I was swayed by the rave 20% claims as well, and scratched my perfectly good and "legit" Windows XP + SP3 install in favour of W2008 WS edition (evaluation.)

And before you reply to my comments, get this, I am a legit owner of a Vista HP license as well. That box has been lying unused for a long time now :P

I thought the performance in gaming would have taken a good turn.... but alas, no such thing. The FPS is STILL crappy compared to XP in Source Engine games (like CS: Source.) I for now will be moving back to my XP install tonight.

**ultimeus** · 03-19-2008, 12:31 AM

Do you think sp1 for vista is compatible with server 2008 ?

**Emerica** · 03-19-2008, 12:51 AM

Originally Posted by ultimeus

Do you think sp1 for vista is compatible with server 2008 ?

Server 2008 has sp1 in it.

**ultimeus** · 03-19-2008, 01:03 AM

great thanks

**RAW-Raptor22** · 03-19-2008, 07:06 AM

Is it faster than XP x64? Should I wipe out my partition to install 08?

**Mats** · 03-19-2008, 08:46 AM

I'd say it's most unlikely that 2008 would be faster than XP-64. Comparing Vista to 2008 is probably done in the wrong way, since they don't have the same settings in stock. I'd like to see someone comparing them the same services started, and same features used, maybe both stripped down with the same vLite file.

It's not that hard to figure out which version of Windows 6.1 that is the fastest one out of the box, Vista have a lot of stuff running in the background. I'm sure you guys here know how to turn it off, but not everybody. Comparing with stock settings (except for things you must change in 2008) is not a fair comparsion, even though some people think so.

**Metroid** · 03-19-2008, 12:26 PM

Originally Posted by 003

Sounds like we finally have a winner here! Can't wait for your comparison! Did you compare xp x64 to server 2008 x64, or the 32-bit versions?

32 bit versions. I have many things to do yet. I do not want to show only few tests, as far as the tests go I can say Windows Server 2008 or Long horn is a must have OS for everyday use. NT kernel is fast.

Metroid.

**003** · 03-19-2008, 12:29 PM

Originally Posted by KiD0M4N

My report on this:

Hi all-

I was swayed by the rave 20% claims as well, and scratched my perfectly good and "legit" Windows XP + SP3 install in favour of W2008 WS edition (evaluation.)

And before you reply to my comments, get this, I am a legit owner of a Vista HP license as well. That box has been lying unused for a long time now :P

I thought the performance in gaming would have taken a good turn.... but alas, no such thing. The FPS is STILL crappy compared to XP in Source Engine games (like CS: Source.) I for now will be moving back to my XP install tonight.

Oh that sucks...

Originally Posted by Metroid

32 bit versions. I have many things to do yet. I do not want to show only few tests, as far as the tests go I can say Windows Server 2008 or Long horn is a must have OS for everyday use. NT kernel is fast.

Metroid.

Now I'm confused, conflicting information... we need some reliable benches!

**Emerica** · 03-19-2008, 12:56 PM

Originally Posted by [cTx] Raptor22

Is it faster than XP x64? Should I wipe out my partition to install 08?

If it ain't broke, don't fix it.

**ultimeus** · 03-21-2008, 06:46 AM

I install server 2008 coming from xp , I think it's same speed, but I can't find a antivirus that work's with it (x64 edition) ??

Wich one you use ?

**RAW-Raptor22** · 03-21-2008, 06:58 AM

Originally Posted by ultimeus

I install server 2008 coming from xp , I think it's same speed, but I can't find a antivirus that work's with it (x64 edition) ??

Wich one you use ?

Avast 4.7

**ultimeus** · 03-21-2008, 07:24 AM

Originally Posted by [cTx] Raptor22

Avast 4.7

I tried bit defender 10 , Kaspersky and Avast 4.7 familial and pro not works

It says your os is not satisfying you can only install avast on windows Nt4 with sp4 or superior. It can not be install on NT server ????

**triple_A** · 03-21-2008, 07:27 AM

NOD32 also works fine.

**Swatrecon_** · 03-21-2008, 09:32 AM

Use Threatfire. It's free and performs way better than most AV.

**nullface** · 03-21-2008, 09:44 AM

Originally Posted by GoldenEye

Temporarily Bypass Windows Server 2008 Activation

http://www.petri.co.il/bypass-window...activation.htm

microsoft is so safe

Omg that is so retardet, how can they let that old trick live?

**ultimeus** · 03-21-2008, 09:45 AM

well don't know why but I can't install any antivir , always detected as a server OS ( yes I know it is but need an antivir )

Of course I take each time x64 compatible

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