Is it ok to use Server 2003 on a HTPC?

[Cybordolphin]

Do not want to go out and buy another copy of XP for my HTPC. Can I get away with using my free version of server 2003 on my HTPC? Will I have driver problems with video cards like AIW 9800 pro?
Will my software run ok? Currently I am wanting to use the ATI suite of media programs.

Thanks for any input.

 

[crobusa]

This walkthrough describes the process of turining it into a workstaton, disabline the securtiy/logging and installing DirectX and re-enabling advanced graphics.

 

[imported_Phil]

Originally posted by: Cybordolphin
Do not want to go out and buy another copy of XP for my HTPC. Can I get away with using my free version of server 2003 on my HTPC? Will I have driver problems with video cards like AIW 9800 pro?
Will my software run ok? Currently I am wanting to use the ATI suite of media programs.

Thanks for any input.

You should be okay, but it's worth checking the various websites first to make sure drivers are available. Having said that, the XP drivers should work with 2003.

 

[Philippine Mango]

Originally posted by: Dopefiend

Originally posted by: Cybordolphin
Do not want to go out and buy another copy of XP for my HTPC. Can I get away with using my free version of server 2003 on my HTPC? Will I have driver problems with video cards like AIW 9800 pro?
Will my software run ok? Currently I am wanting to use the ATI suite of media programs.

Thanks for any input.

You should be okay, but it's worth checking the various websites first to make sure drivers are available. Having said that, the XP drivers should work with 2003.