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Lotus Notes Domino Deployment and Migration Advice
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Gotchas when installing Lotus Domino 8.x on Windows Server 2008
While an install of Lotus Domino 8.x on Windows Server 2008 is similar to a Windows Server 2003 installation, there are a few gotchas to watch for. Continue Reading
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How to upgrade to Lotus Notes 8 and retain Lotus Notes 7
If you have a Lotus Notes 7 client on your computer and install Lotus Notes 8 on the same machine, the Notes 8 installation will upgrade your existing Notes client automatically. However, it's also possible to deploy Lotus Notes 8 and retain a ... Continue Reading
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How to export data from a Lotus Notes database to a CSV file
Discover an agent that will export data from a Lotus Notes Domino database into a CSV file that can then be imported into almost any other application. Continue Reading
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How to perform an in-place upgrade of Lotus Domino server hardware
Because some Lotus Notes and Domino shops have their current server name deeply embedded in their Lotus Notes agents, they cannot replace their server with one that has a new name. This makes a gradual server upgrade impossible. To solve this ... Continue Reading
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How and why to change replica IDs during a Lotus Notes Domino upgrade
Replica IDs for system templates like pubnames.ntf and admin4.ntf can cause unpleasant surprises during a Notes/Domino upgrade. SearchDomino.com contributor Andy Pedisich explains how and why you need to change your replica IDs to circumvent ... Continue Reading
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10 tips for running a Lotus Notes Domino 7 upgrade pilot
A Notes/Domino 7 upgrade pilot is when you put your first Notes/Domino Release 7 server into the production environment. It's the first real chance you have to prove to everyone that everything is going to work; and, it's your last chance to fix ... Continue Reading
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Calendar delegation problem with Lotus Notes client 6.5.5 upgrade
IBM Lotus has urged customers to upgrade to Notes/Domino 6.5.5 and 7.0.1 for security reasons. But a newly discovered calendar delegation problem in the Lotus Notes 6.5.5 client software may be concern enough to delay your upgrade. Continue Reading
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Notes/Domino 7 system requirements
Before making the upgrade to 7.0, make sure you have the appropriate hardware and software. These requirements come to SearchDomino.com courtesy of Jessica Couto, president, Computer Focus. Continue Reading
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Five tips for a simple Domino 7 upgrade
If you've decided to upgrade to Notes/Domino 7.0, now is the time to make sure your enterprise is ready. These hints from Jessica Couto, President, Computer Focus, will ease the process, both before and during the upgrade. Continue Reading
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Changing Domino servers
Moving mail users from one server to another and updating the location document can be a hassle. We developed a 'form' that looks like a memo that can be sent to those individuals. Continue Reading
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Preparing for consolidation -- Part 2
Once you decide upon a Domino server consolidation, you must choose a platform Continue Reading
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Preparing for consolidation -- Part 1
The new IPVPN (mesh) networks in place at many companies today lend themselves to server consolidations.The method in which you implement server consolidations is not always easy. Continue Reading
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R6 upgrade checklist
If you are a Domino administrator, you may be facing an R6 upgrade soon. Many admins were hesitant to install this version until several point releases had appeared. Continue Reading
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Migrating from a distributed directory to a central directory
Karen Fishwick gives an overview of the new central directory architecture in ND6 and how to migrate from a distributed directory. Continue Reading
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Make the most of conferences and shows
It's easy to lose track of time at a conference. Making a plan before you leave, outlining what you want to accomplish will help. Continue Reading