Order the Data Protection Manager (DPM) 2006 120-day trial software to preview the comprehensive data-protection solution that provides rapid and reliable data recovery for the file servers on your network.
Note: The DPM trial version expires 120 days after installation. After this period, you will need to upgrade to the retail product and purchase the required number of DPM licenses to continue using the product.
Download the Trial Software
Thank you for your interest in evaluating DPM. The 120-day trial version is now available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), and Korean. Register to download the trial software or order a CD.
Evaluation Download
The download file is large—approximately 580 megabytes—so the download may take considerable time to complete. Microsoft recommends only those with broadband, ADSL, or other high-speed Internet connections attempt this download.
Order the Trial Software CD Kit
Complete the registration process and you will automatically receive the files on CD needed to install the product. The 120-day trial version is now available in English, French, and German. The CD Kit includes one Microsoft DPM 2006 CD.
There is no fee for the DPM trial software CDs; however, all orders are subject to shipping and handling charges. International orders may also be subject to import duties and taxes. If you want the CD Kit to be shipped to a location outside of the United States, you are considered the importer of record and must comply with all laws and regulations of the country/region in which you are receiving the shipment. Please allow 4 to 6 weeks for the delivery of CD orders.
Important: DPM requires Windows Server 2003 (Standard or Enterprise Edition) or Windows Storage Server 2003 (Standard or Enterprise Edition) with both Service Pack 1 (SP1) and hotfix 891957 installed on the DPM server. These prerequisites are included in the trial software CD. The file servers can be running Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Windows Storage Server 2003, or Microsoft Windows 2000 Server with SP4 and Windows 2000 Update Rollup Pack 1 installed. If you do not already have one of these operating systems, visit the Windows Server 2003 Trial Software page.
Get Help
Microsoft has established a public DPM newsgroup where you can discuss feedback and technical issues with other evaluators. Visit the Community page for instructions on how to access the DPM newsgroup.