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Leopard Guides: Mac OS X Server
Mac OS X Server administration tools and applications help administrators manage local and remote servers. Server administrators can use graphical administration applications to deploy servers, monitor Xserve hardware, administer Xgrid jobs, monitor and control Macintosh clients, manage Xserve RAID, and manage Xsan file systems. Administrators can also use command-line tools to administer a server using a UNIX command shell.

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Shell Scripting Primer (HTML) (PDF)
A guided tour of (Bourne) shell scripting, including control structures, numerical computation, regular expressions, subroutines, and error handling.
2009-04-08
System Startup Programming Topics (HTML) (PDF)
Explains the boot process used to initialize the Mac OS X operating system.
2008-11-19
Mac OS X Server Open Directory Administration (PDF)
Explains how to manage directory and authentication services.
2008-10-15
Mac OS X Server Upgrading and Migrating (PDF)
Explains how to use data and service settings from an earlier version of Mac OS X Server or Windows NT.
2008-10-15
Xsan Migration Guide for Xsan 2 (PDF)
Explains how to retain volumes and settings when migrating to Xsan 2 from previous versions of Xsan.
2008-07-11
Extending Your Wiki Server (PDF)
Explains how to migrate content from other wikis, create custom themes, and enable JavaScript, YouTube, and Flash.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server Administration (PDF)
Covers planning, installation, setup, and general server administration for advanced configurations.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server iCal Service Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage iCal shared calendar service.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server Mail Service Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up, configure, and administer mail services on the server.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server Network Services Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up, configure, and administer DHCP, DNS, VPN, NTP, IP firewall, and NAT services on the server.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server Podcast Producer Workflow Tutorial (PDF)
Explains how to develop and customize Podcast Producer workflows.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server Security Configuration Guide (PDF)
Describes how to configure Mac OS X Server to enhance server and service security.
2008-06-09
Xsan 2 Administrator's Guide (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage Xsan volumes in a storage area network.
2008-06-09
Xsan 2 Setup Guide (PDF)
Explains how to set up a volume on a storage area network (SAN) using Xsan 2.
2008-06-09
Xserve RAID Using RAID Admin 1.2 and Disk Utility (PDF)
Explains how to use RAID Admin, Fibre Channel Utility, and Disk Utility to configure and monitor Xserve RAID systems.
2008-06-09
Xserve User's Guide (PDF)
Explains how to install, operate, and update Xserve systems. Includes expansion and hardware specifications.
2008-06-09
Mac OS X Server Command-Line Administration (PDF)
Explains how to use commands and configuration files to perform server administration tasks in a UNIX command shell.
2007-12-11
Apple Remote Desktop Administrator's Guide Version 3.2 (PDF)
Explains how to install and configure Apple Remote Desktop and use it to remotely control and manage client computers.
2007-12-04
Apple Xserve Diagnostics User's Guide (PDF)
New document that explains how to use Apple Xserve Diagnostics tool to test server hardware.
2007-12-04
Mac OS X Server File Services Administration (PDF)
Explains how to share selected server volumes or folders among server clients using AFP, NFS, FTP, and SMB/CIFS.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Getting Started (PDF)
Explains how to install Mac OS X Server and set it up for the first time.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Glossary (PDF)
Defines terms used for server and storage products.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server iChat Service Administration (PDF)
New document that explains how to set up and manage iChat instant messaging service.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Installation & Setup Worksheet (PDF)
Covers installation and setup of a standard configuration or workgroup configuration of Leopard Server.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Podcast Producer Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage Podcast Producer service to record, process, and distribute podcasts.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Print Service Administration (PDF)
Explains how to host shared printers and manage their associated queues and print jobs.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server System Image and Software Update Administration (PDF)
Explains how to use network-resident startup disks and how to set up a software update server.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server User Management (PDF)
Explains how to manage users, groups, and computer lists, and how to set up managed preferences for Mac OS X clients.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Web Technologies Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage a web server, including WebDAV, WebMail, and web modules.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Xgrid Administration and High Performance Computing (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage computational clusters of Xserve systems and Mac computers.
2007-10-31
QuickTime Streaming & Broadcasting Administration (PDF)
Explains how to capture and encode QuickTime content and deliver media streams live or on demand.
2007-10-31
Mac OS X Server Administrator Topics (HTML) (PDF)
Document that describes a variety of server administrator advanced operations.
2007-05-23
Apple Remote Desktop Focus on Task Server (PDF)
Explains how to use Task Server to provide always-on, automated administration of client computers.
2006-08-07
Mac OS X Server Collaboration Services Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage Weblog, iChat, and other services that facilitate interactions among users.
2006-08-07
Mac OS X Server Getting Started Supplement (PDF)
Provides an overview of Mac OS X Server features, a worksheet for installation and setup, and a setup example.
2006-08-07
Deploying Mac OS X Computers for K-12 Education (PDF)
Explains how to configure and deploy Mac OS X Server and Mac OS X computers for K-12 education.
2006-07-24
Deploying Mac OS X Server for High Performance Computing (PDF)
Explains how to configure Mac OS X Server for computational clustering.
2005-10-04
Xsan Tuning Guide (PDF)
Explains how to configure Xsan storage to maximize application performance.
2005-10-04
Mac OS X Server High Availability Administration (PDF)
Explains how to manage IP failover, link aggregation, and load balancing to ensure high availability of services.
2005-04-29
Mac OS X Server Migrating From Windows NT (PDF)
Explains how to move accounts, shared folders, and services from Windows NT servers to Mac OS X Server.
2005-04-29
Mac OS X Server QuickTime Streaming Server Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage QuickTime streaming services.
2005-04-29
Mac OS X Server Windows Services Administration (PDF)
Explains how to set up and manage services including PDC, BDC, file, and print for Windows computer users.
2005-04-29
Xserve G5 Quick Start (PDF)
Explains where to find information for installing, setting up, using, and monitoring Xserve G5 systems.
2005-01-03
Xserve G5 Using Xserve Remote Diagnostics (PDF)
Explains how to use the Xserve Remote Diagnostics tool to test server hardware.
2005-01-03
Xserve RAID User's Guide (PDF)
Explains how to install the Xserve RAID system, connect it to a host system, and configure RAID storage.
2005-01-03