The word from Microsoft today is that Windows Home Server has been declared done and released to manufacturing for CD duplication and boxing.  OEMs such as Gateway, HP and others should be getting their final copies very soon, so we can expect packaged WHS systems from them very soon.  In addition to the OEM bundle packs, users will be able to purchase copies of the OS individually, for use home-built, or older systems they may have sitting around. 

WHS received a very positive response from the tester community when the beta kicked off earlier this year.  In general, it appears that Microsoft has played their cards right at every turn with this product, a sharp contrast to the path to releasing Windows Vista.

There will be a 120 day trial version also available for users to take for a spin at home before they decide to take the plunge.