Can I use a new 2008 license to install 2003 R2?

[Guest £Jim]

Hi,

I used to order Open Business licenses for 2003 R2 but now that part

number shows as unavailable. Can I buy the 2008 license and install

2003 R2?

Thanks

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[Guest £Jim]

Re: Can I use a new 2008 license to install 2003 R2?

 

Seems like a yes...

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/downgrade-rights.aspx

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£Jim wrote:

> Hi,

> I used to order Open Business licenses for 2003 R2 but now that part

> number shows as unavailable. Can I buy the 2008 license and install

> 2003 R2?

> Thanks