Technet - is it worth renewing this year

[kodi]

My subscription runs out at the end of June this year and I was wondering if it is worth renewing.
The only thing I want would be Windows Home Server V2 if became RTM before June next year.
Does anyone know of any new releases etc that might make it worthwhile

 

[Jacee]

Windows Server 2008 R2 is downloadable now to 'play' with it. Have you done that?

http://www.anandtech.com/show/3677/windows-home-server-v2-vail-beta-drive-extender-v2-dissected

 

[fseal]

Is WHS V1 on TechNet right now?

I remember that it was NOT in the MSDN downloads (when I had that sub) because of the free subscription service that came with it. If V1 is not on TechNet right now there is a good chance that V2 will not be for the same reason.

 

[kodi]

@jaycee, I have already downloaded that complete with keys.
@fseal WHS V1 is on Technet now with one key only

 

[pparks1]

I'd renew just to be certain...of course it is $249...so not a give away. But for what you get...it's so worth it.

 

[Jacee]

I believe that TechNet is worth every penny you pay for it. Where else can you download new and old products, Os's, applications, priority support in forums .. etc?

It's your choice of course, but none one of us will know when a new product is out of Beta and ready for prime time (unless you beta test it)

 

[kodi]

I'd renew just to be certain...of course it is $249...so not a give away. But for what you get...it's so worth it.

Unfortunately in Australia the renewal subscription is $365AU, and I cannot find any Coupons

 

[DocBrown]

I'd renew just to be certain...of course it is $249...so not a give away. But for what you get...it's so worth it.

Unfortunately in Australia the renewal subscription is $365AU, and I cannot find any Coupons

kodi,

The last time I logged into my technet acct & went to manage my subscription, it had a place to click on a $100 discount if I re-newed now. Now mine is renewed until 6/30/2011

 

[kodi]

Thanks Doc but there are no Renewal discounts Available for Aussies

 

[johngalt]

I'm with Jaycee. I bought mine 8 August 2009 (2 days after Win 7 dropped) and thus far, I have gotten 7 Windows 7 Ultimate installs, 1 WHS server install, and (now) 4 Office Professional Plus 2010 installs (plus Visio Professional 2010 and Project Professional 2010 installs).

The amount of money that I have saved in *just* those installs alone means I will be renewing again, no ifs, ands, nor buts.

 

[tw33k]

I'm in the same position as kodi. TechNet was well worth the subscription cost this past 12 months however I'm unsure I'll renew it for a while as I doubt I'll need anymore keys than I already have and it's a lot of money to spend if it won't get used.

 

[tw33k]

Does anybody know, if I renew my sub will I get 10 more keys? I doubt it but you never know I guess. I'm due to renew at the end of this month but am undecided still. I'm thinking I should just download as many keys as I can now while I still can

 

[kodi]

I have downloaded all the keys and ISO's that i think i might need just in case.
Technet sent me an email stating there will be a new type of subscription available after 14th june, will wait and see what it is.

 

[fseal]

"Technet sent me an email stating there will be a new type of subscription available after 14th june, will wait and see what it is."

Gah! It better suck because I already had to renew

tw33k: No, if you renew you do not get 10 more keys

 

[smarteyeball]

Unfortunately in Australia the renewal subscription is $365AU, and I cannot find any Coupons

Yeah

I got my original sub for $307 - I'd be interested if they matched the exact same amount.

tw33k: No, if you renew you do not get 10 more keys

Yep. Unfortunately only NEW subscriptions get new keys...

 

[ken9122]

My Subscription is due to be renewed next week and I am renewing. One the best things i've done since joining this forum.

Ken

 

[kodi]

My Subscription is due to be renewed next week and I am renewing. One the best things i've done since joining this forum.

Ken

Read my previous post #13 before you renew, might be worthwhile waiting till after the 14th June
I have attached a copy of the Email


Introducing Microsoft TechNet Subscription Professional
Starting June 14th 2010, TechNet Plus Subscription will change its name to TechNet Subscription Professional. It’s still the same subscription with reliable, easy to access software you’re used to. You will still enjoy the same great benefits that are included in your subscription such as:
· Access pre-release versions of Microsoft software before the general public
· Evaluate full version software¹without any time or feature limits in your own IT environment
· 24/7 Online Concierge Chat to help you find the technical resources you need
· Get technical questions resolved within 2 business days on Managed Forums
· Select complimentary Microsoft E-Learning courses, demos and technical guidance through the TechNet library
In addition, we’ve also made TechNet Subscriptions better—we’ve added Microsoft TechNet Subscription Standard, a new subscription offering tailored to IT Professionals that predominantly work on Desktop environments.
Visit us on June 14th to see the new and improved TechNet Subscriptions. In the meantime, continue taking advantage of the great benefits you enjoy every day!

 

[ken9122]

My Subscription is due to be renewed next week and I am renewing. One the best things i've done since joining this forum.

Ken

Read my previous post #13 before you renew, might be worthwhile waiting till after the 14th June!

Thanks Kodi, I got that Email also, may not apply to what i need but i have until 6/21to renew.

Ken

 

[tw33k]

Yep. Unfortunately only NEW subscriptions get new keys...

That's what I thought. I might just download as much I can and save my money for another new toy (a USB3.0 external drive perhaps )

 

[Bare Foot Kid]

Mine was to run out 7 June so I couldn't wait until the 14th to see the different in the "new" offering but I did renew anyway, it's still a very good deal to me, for what I've "used" so far I would have paid much more.