Download or order your 120-day trial CD kit today

Live Communications Server 2005 trial software enables you to evaluate the product on your system before making a purchase decision. Trial versions contain all the functionality of the regular version, but can only be used for a limited time.

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• Download the Live Communications Server 2005 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) trial

• Download the Microsoft Office Communicator 2005 Trial

• Order the Live Communications Server 2005 with Service Pack 1 trial CD kit today

• Make the most of your trial

• Upgrading to full-purchase product

• Important notices

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Download the Live Communications Server 2005 with Service Pack 1 (SP1) trial

Download the free Live Communications Server 2005 with integrated SP1 120-day Trial to evaluate the software. Trial versions are available for both Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Standard Edition and Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition.

Select Software Edition:
Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition
Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Standard Edition

 Note   The trial software is 45 megabytes (MB) with an estimated download time of one and a half hours if you're using a 56 kilobits per second (Kbps) Internet connection. If you do not have a high-speed connection, you should consider ordering the Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 120-day Trial CD Kit. Internet service provider (ISP) fees and connect-time charges may apply.

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Download the Microsoft Office Communicator 2005 Trial

As the recommended client for Live Communications Server, Communicator 2005 is an essential component of any Live Communications Server trial. Communicator 2005 is an integrated communications client, enabling information workers to communicate in real time. Communicator 2005 integrates with Microsoft Office System applications and enterprise telephony infrastructure. See the Communicator 2005 Overview for more information.

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Order the Live Communications Server 2005 with Service Pack 1 trial CD kit today

The Live Communications Server 2005 with integrated SP1 Trial CD Kit is available in the United States and Canada for free, although shipping costs apply. Order your Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Trial CD Kit today and expect delivery of the kit in approximately four (4) weeks.

The Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Trial CD Kit includes:

• Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Enterprise Edition and Standard Edition (combined on one CD).
• Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition 180-day trial software.
• Microsoft SQL Server 2000 180-day trial software.
• A booklet describing the system requirements for software installation so that you can experience the full functionality of Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1.

Select Country/Region:
Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Enterprise and Standard Edition, English 120-day trial (United States)
Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 Enterprise and Standard Edition, English 120-day trial (Canada)

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Make the most of your trial

Configure your operating environment to test the full functionality of the Live Communications Server 2005 trial software with the following additional software.

Windows Server 2003. Deploy the Live Communications Server 2005 trial software in a test operating environment that runs the released version of Windows Server 2003. If you would like to experience the full functionality of Live Communications Server and you do not have Windows Server 2003 installed, visit the Windows Server 2003 Trial Software page.

While Microsoft Windows Messenger 5.1 works for basic presence, instant messaging (IM), and federation scenarios, Communicator 2005 is the recommended client for Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1. Download the Communicator 2005 trial.

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Upgrading to full-purchase product

You can upgrade from the Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 trial software to the released version of Live Communications Server 2005 with SP1 by performing an in-place upgrade. If you want to retain the settings, configurations, and data that you entered for your trial deployment, you must choose Update your existing installation rather than New Install when prompted. For more detailed instructions, please see the upgrade instructions located at the Live Communications Server Deployment Resource Center.

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Important notices

• Review these materials before you install the trial:
  • Live Communications Server 2005 System Requirements
  • Live Communications Server 2005 Release Notes
  • Live Communications Server 2005 Planning Guide
  • Live Communications Server 2005 Quick Start Guide for Standard Edition
  • Live Communications Server 2005 Quick Start Guide for Enterprise Edition
  • Live Communications Server 2005 Deployment Series
• Limit two (2) copies of each evaluation kit for each order.
• This trial software is intended for evaluation purposes only.
• There is no trial available for the Live Communications Server Public IM Connectivity service. Public IM Connectivity is a monthly subscription service and therefore cannot be evaluated prior to purchasing the service.
• There is no product support for trials. You can participate in a Live Communications Server public newsgroup to share your trial experiences with others and ask for advice.
• Orders sent through U.S. or international standard delivery can be shipped to a post office box. If you want to have your order sent through express delivery, you cannot receive your shipment at a post office box.
• If you have difficulty installing the trial software, review the product release notes and any known issues or Knowledge Base articles. Support articles on known issues are located at the Live Communications Server Support Center.
• For additional information, read Live Communications Server frequently asked questions (FAQ).

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