In my opinion scripted builds are the best practice for creating additional servers form a known good image. However, full drive imaging approach work well too, just be sure to follow all the correct steps such as remove the server from the farm, re-sid, etc, etc,. Steve Greenberg Thin Client Computing 34522 N. Scottsdale Rd D8453 Scottsdale, AZ 85262 (602) 432-8649 www.thinclient.net steveg@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx _____ From: thin-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:thin-bounce@xxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Nick Smith Sent: Wednesday, May 02, 2007 2:11 AM To: thin@xxxxxxxxxxxxx Subject: [THIN] Server Replication A general question. Our 'farm' has finally reached the point where we will need to be having identical servers (Yes I know relying on single servers is bad practice, but cost constraints are high) in load-balanced mode. This is plain Terminal Server 2003. I'm more or less on top of the session-sharing elements, but would appreciate opinions on the best methodologies/software to replicate current servers, and/or ensure new builds are identical. Any advice greatly welcomed. Nick This e-mail is confidential and is intended only for the attention of the addressee. If you are not the intended recipient, this e-mail should not be disclosed to any other person. Please notify the sender immediately and delete this e-mail from your computer system. Although this e-mail has been checked for viruses and other defects, no responsibility can be accepted for any loss or damage arising from its receipt or use.