Microsoft Software

Upgrading from Exchange 2000

Exchange Server 2003 Nov 30, 2025

Supports in-place upgrade from 2000

No support for Lotus Mail and Microsoft Mail

Removed

  • Instant messaging
  • Microsoft chat
  • Key Management Service

Requirements

  • Exchange 200 SP3 or later
  • Windows 2000 Server SP3 or later
  • Same language
  • Upgrade front-end servers first
  • Check the compatibility of any third-party add-ons in use
  • Delete contents of Mailroot\vsi 1\BadMail
Exchange 2003 Setup
Exchange 2003 Setup
Upgrade from Exchange 2000
Upgrade from Exchange 2000
  • Native mode offers full features
  • Mixed mode is the default and ensures interoperability
Forest Prep and Domain Prep
Forest Prep and Domain Prep
Exchange Upgrade
Exchange Upgrade

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Craig Garnham

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