Can the 32-bit and 64-bit servers in MOSS coexist in one field?

The 64-bit server has more than 32-Bit performance, which is easy to understand. however, not all enterprises can upgrade their hardware at one time. in particular, SharePoint requires a large number of server-side software in the environment.

 

Taking advantage of the existing 32-bit Server is an option that can be considered. So the question is, can 32-bit servers and 64-bit servers coexist in the same MOSS field?

 

The answer is to check the situation.

 

TechNet is explained as follows:

You can deploy an Office SharePoint Server 2007 farm on a mix of 32-bit and 64-bit servers provided that you maintain architecture homogeneity at each topology layer. for example, you can use 64-bit database servers with 32-bit front-end Web servers, or 64-bit application servers with 32-bit servers that are running Excel Services. however, we do not recommend combining 32-bit and 64-bit front-end Web servers within the same farm.

 

Generally, 32-bit and 64-bit servers can coexist in the same field, but be sure to keep the server architecture in the same topology logic layer consistent. for example, a 32-bit WFE can access a 64-bit database, and a 64-bit application server can access a 32-bit excel services server. we do not recommend mixing 32-bit and 64-bit WFE in the same field.

 

Summary:

• WFE layer: x86 and x64 servers cannot be mixed in this layer.
• Application Layer: it is not recommended to mix and match, because the installation will bring poor performance.
• DataBase layer: do not mix and match, it is best to upgrade all to 64-bit.

Keywords: homogeneous x86 x64 MOSS

 

References:

Advantages of 64-bit hardware and software (Office SharePoint Server 2007)

Http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd630764 (office.12). aspx