Hyper-V migrations 145 Microsoft exchange server Virtualizing Exchange has been a topic of great controversy ever since virtualization first came on the scene. In the early years of virtualization, it was recommended NOT to run Exchange in a virtual environment because of the limitations of the infant technology. Since then, virtualization has matured in a way that has removed many, if not all, of those limitations. Unfortunately, the recommendations of the past have remained as a worry in today's discussions surrounding the partnership of virtualization and Exchange. The truth is Microsoft fully supports the virtualization of Microsoft Exchange today. As with any other environment, you must be sure that you configure your virtual platform to properly support Exchange, but there are no limitations within Microsoft's Hyper-V tech- nology that should cause any concern in your discussions to virtualize Exchange. There are some key items that Microsoft has called out that IS pro- fessionals should be aware of when designing their virtual Exchange