Migrating from Server 2003 to Server 2012 Essentials or new install?

We have a small network having downsized some years ago. Currently we have two 2003 servers and 6 workstations. Originally we were running Exchange on one of the servers, but now Exchange is remotely hosted. I have a new server that will be
running Essentials. I want to replace both of the old servers and just have the one new server. I am thinking that with such a small network, it will be easier just setting up the new server in a new domain rather than migrating. Does this make sense? Any
pitfalls to be aware of?
Thanks,
Mike

Hi Mike,
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I am thinking that with such a small network, it will be easier just setting up the new server in a new domain rather than migrating.
Does this make sense?
Based on your description, setting up the new server or performing a migration, will depend on the target which
you want to achieve.
For migration, it will help you to migrate the settings and data from that old server to the new server. For
more details, please refer to following article and check if can help you.
Migrating
to Windows Server 2012 Essentials
If just set up the new server, as you mentioned, it may be easier than migrating. For more details, please refer
to following article and check if can help you.
Install Windows Server Essentials
If any update, please feel free to let me know.
Hope this helps.
Best regards,
Justin Gu
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