NT4 Server Oem version

[GarryK]

At my company we're putting a web site online soon and want to use NT4 IIS on a dedicated server inside the firewall. I have been told to purchase NT4 Server to load onto the waiting computer. When I've had a look at prices, I see that some places advertise NT4 Server Oem version at quite a lower price. My questions are these...
What is different about the Oem version, why is it so much cheaper and does it have IIS?

I know I can rely on you reliable bunch for a quick answer, (and even quicker put down!!). Any replies will be welcome. http://forums.windrivers.com/cgi-bin/forum1/noncgi/cwmsmilies/cwm1.gif

[Jpbtennisman]

Since any replies are welcome http://forums.windrivers.com/cgi-bin/forum1/noncgi/wink.gif I'm going to take a good guess.

OEM hardware, such as CD burners, etc, is just the item and nothing else. No warranty, no manuals, no drivers... So maybe if you get the OEM version of this you will just get the CD and no manuals or etc..

If someone says something different, please accept their answer over mine http://forums.windrivers.com/cgi-bin/forum1/noncgi/smile.gif

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[Ya_know]

The reason it is cheaper as an OEM is because typically you would purchase hardware with the OEM software installed. The software maker gave the hardware vendor a discount to sell OEM’s in order to promote their software, and fill the marketplace with it. The hardware vendor will offer, legally to the consumer, the software at a discount as well, to make sure their system is competitive with other vendors.

It is possible to get OEM software legally without purchasing hardware with it installed. I never understood the legality of all of it, so it is best to get hold of the legal agreement for each package with which you have an interest, as it may also differ from package to package. Typically, if you have a past or future agreement with a hardware vendor like Dell, you shouldn’t have a problem getting OEM software from them.

Be very cautious in most instances, and again, you have to understand the agreement, before you shell out money. Otherwise, it is like buying stolen stuff at a pawnshop: you may have bought it legally, but it wasn’t acquired or sold legally prior to your transaction. That basically says, that under the law the product never belonged to you.

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[GarryK]

Thank you both for your replies. They are very much appreciated!