Project Server

[Sha]

Can I install Project 2003 server on my pc at home so I can still use the
Collaboration features, or does (as the name suggests) it have to be
installed on a separate machine.

Reason: Want to practice using a little more at home. Cannot link to work's
network or intranet.

Thanks

S.

 

[JackD]

Sure, if you have Windows Server and sql server set up on your machine at
home and the proper licenses.
Those are pretty big if's though.

An MSDN subscription will get you all the software and licenses you need to
do this as a development/test situation.

http://msdn.microsoft.com/howtobuy/subscribers/

 

[Gord Schmidt]

JackD is right. You will need Windows Server 2003 to try out the
Collaboration features. Here's the link:
http://www.microsoft.com/office/project/prodinfo/sysreq.mspx

Gord

 

[Sha]

Thanks guys, yes I do have all the relevant software and licences. I am
just very nervous of installing Windows Server, Project Server, SQL Server
etc etc on my home pc.

 

[JackD]

Granted, it will take a long time to get it all set up. If you include the
install and trouble shooting time you are better off staying at work a few
extra hours and practicing there.

 

[Gord Schmidt]

You could try installing everything in a Virtual Machine on your home PC
(assuming it is powerful enough). Then everything is contained and it will
not impact the rest of your setup.

Gord

 

[JackD]

Be prepared. This will take a LONG time to set up.
Once you have it set up. Clone it in case something gets messed up.