RDS Virtualization Considerations

Given the multiple server roles for RDS, you must consider workload characteristics for each server individually. Proper RDS role resource planning should be exercised here because any lack of the required resources for a server role will result in an unacceptable end-user experience throughout the RDS farm.

Tip

Microsoft provides a detailed infrastructure design and planning guide to architect and implement RDS server farms. You can access this information from the RDS TechNet website at http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windowsserver/ee236407.aspx or at http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkId=177881.

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