VirtualBox Essentials: Installing Windows Server 2019 with GUI

Installing Windows Server 2019 in a virtual environment enables you to practice, test, and configure without affecting your primary system. A well-known, open-source virtualization platform that enables you to run a number of operating systems on your computer is VirtualBox. I'll show you how to install Windows Server 2019 on VirtualBox in this guide. Let's get things moving!

What are the prerequisites:

Make sure you have the following information before you start:

Having VirtualBox installed on your computer. It can be downloaded from the official website.

- A version of the ISO record for Windows Server 2019 that can be obtained from Microsoft's Evaluation Center.

For maximum efficiency, at least 4 GB of RAM, 2 CPU components, and 50 Megs of free disk space are recommended.

Install VirtualBox in Step 1.

If you have n't already set up VirtualBox, follow the steps below:

- Visit the VirtualBox website to download the VirtualBox installer for your operating system( Windows, MacOS, or Linux).

- Launch the software and follow the instructions to complete the installation.

Launch VirtualBox once the installation is finished.

Step 2: Set Up a New Virtual Machine

You need to create a new virtual machine (VM ) for Windows Server 2019 after VirtualBox is configured.

- Create a new digital system by introducing VirtualBox and pressing the" New" option.

Give the VM a descriptive name like "Windows Server 2019" and give it a name. Additionally, you can specify the folder in which the VM will be kept.

- Operating System Type

Change the kind to" Microsoft Windows"".

If Windows 2019 ( 64-bit ) is not available, set the version to" Windows 2019 ( 64-bit ) "or select Windows 2016 instead.

- Memory (RAM): Set aside at least 2048 MB( 2 GB), but 4096 MB( 4 GB) or higher is suggested for faster performance.

- Virtual Hard Disk: Select" Create a digital hard drive today" and finally click" Create. "

Step 3: Setup the Virtual Hard Disk

VirtualBox will enable you to create a digital hard drive on which Windows Server 2019 will get installed.

- Hard Disk File Type: Choose "VD I( VirtualBox Disk Image) "as the default choice.

Choose "Dynamically allocated" to save space on your host machine when selecting storage on physical hard drives. Only the required amount of disk space will be used by this.

- Determine the disk size: At least 50 GB of storage is assigned. If required, you can specify more.

- Click" Build" to finish building up the hard drive.

Step 4: Mount the ISO file for Windows Server 2019

The ISO document may be mounted for Windows Server 2019 to get installed.

- Find the VM: Pick the newly created VM from the VirtualBox major software and press" Options. "

- Go to the "Storage" tab in the storage section of the settings window.

Install the ISO:

An empty optical drive ( this is a virtual CD/DVD drive ) will appear under the" Storage Devices" section.

Select" Pick a plate file" and then visit the small disk image following to" Optical Drive. "

Find the area where your Panels Server 2019 ISO is kept and go to that area.

- To close the settings window, click "OK."

Step 5: Activate the virtual machine

You are now prepared to begin Panels Server 2019 setup.

- Start the electronic system: Select the digital machine and find" Start".

- Start Installation: You'll be prompted to start the installation procedure by the Windows Server 2019 ISO report, which will enable the VM to heel from.

Step 6: Windows Server 2019 Installation

We'll then go over the process for setting Windows Server 2019.

Choose your preferred language, time format, and keyboard input method, and then click" Next".

- Install Now: To start the installation, click the" Install Now" button.

- Choose a Version: You will be asked to choose a 2019 Windows Server version. The "Standard( Desktop computer security Experience)" version, which comes with a GUI, is suggested for the majority of users.

- License Agreement: Click "Next" to accept the license terms.

When prompted for an installation type, choose "Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)".

You'll see the virtual hard drive you created earlier when you click Disk. To start the installation, select it and click "Next."

Step 7: Finish installing the software

The installation procedure will take some time to complete. When the setup is complete, Windows Server 2019 will automatically reboot and complete the setup.

- Create a password for the Administrator account: After the reboot, you'll be prompted to do so. Choose a strong password, and then click "Finish."

Use the Administrator credentials you just created to log into Windows Server 2019.

8: Post-Installation Configuration.

There are a few things you might want to do once logged in to finish up the setup:

Use the VirtualBox Guest Additions: To increase the performance of your VM and allow features like shared folders and clipboard sharing, place the following:

In the VM's window, click" Devices" and choose" Insert Guest Additions CD image".

Install Guest Additions and reset the VM after the on-screen guidelines.

- Windows Updates: Check for updates by going to the "Settings"> "Update& Security" menu to make sure Windows Server 2019 is up-to-date.

- Network Configuration: Depends on how you intend to use the site, you can alter the system options.