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"Good Morning All, \nI have a small business client (20 computers between two sites) that wants (I am not sure they need) a new server. The current server is a loaner from the former EHR company which they might be returning soon. \nThey really want the server as a central repository for all their office documents. They currently don't use domain, each computer has local users that everyone uses. The routers handle DNS and DHCP,  there are VOIP configurations in the router so I don't want to move DNS and DHCP to the server. They use a webmail service. \nI originally thought of recommending a small HP server with windows essential but I have a feeling their needs might grow and need the server to do more. I recommended a HP Gen8 Proliant with E3 1240 and Windows standard 2012 R2. This comes out to about $3500 from PC connections. \nI am thinking this might be overkill for a glorified file server but I dont want to tell them a smaller server cant handle what they need a year down the road. \nEnough of my ramblings. I really appreciate any comments or advice. "
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