A Beginner's Guide to Running Windows Server 2019 on VirtualBox

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

Conditions needed:

Make sure you have the following information before you begin:

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

Installing VirtualBox: 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).

- Begin the software and follow the instructions to complete it.

Launch VirtualBox once the installation is finished.

Step 2: Make 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 visiting the" New" option in VirtualBox when you start it.

Give the VM a descriptive name like "Windows Server 2019" and give it a descriptive name. You can also specify the location of the VM's storage folder.

- Type of Operating System

Established the Windows operating system kind to" Microsoft".

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

- Memory (RAM): At least 2048 MB( 2 GB), but 4096 MB( 4 GB or higher is suggested for better performance.

- Virtual Hard Disk: Select" Create a digital hard drive now" and therefore log" Create. "

Step 3: Set up the Virtual Hard Disk.

VirtualBox will enable you to create a digital hard push on which to deploy Windows Server 2019.

- 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.

- Include at least 50 GB of storage in the specified disk size. If required, you may specify more.

- Click" Build" to finish the hard drive layout.

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 major VirtualBox window and click" Options. "

- Navigate to the "Storage" tab in the storage settings window.

Mount the ISO:

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

Select" Pick a plate file", then click on the small device image next to" Optical Drive", and then click on the bare travel.

Select the place where your Panels Server 2019 ISO is kept and go to.

To close the settings window, click "OK."

Step 5: Activate the virtual machine

Now that Windows Server 2019 has been installed, you are prepared to start the setup process.

- Release the digital machine: Choose the machine and find" Begin. "

- Start Installation: You'll be prompted to start the installation process by joining the Windows Server 2019 ISO report.

Step 6: Getting Windows Server 2019:

We'll then go over the steps involved in setting Windows Server 2019.

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

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 Experience)" version, which includes 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 RealCyberNation (advanced)".

- Choose Disk: The virtual hard drive you created earlier will appear. Select it and click "Next" to start the installation.

Step 7: Finish installing the software

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

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

- Log in: Use the Administrator credentials you just created to access Windows Server 2019.

8: Post-Installation Configuration

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

Install VirtualBox Guest Additions: To increase the performance of your VM and allow features like shared documents and folder sharing, visit here.

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

To deploy Guest Additions and reset the VM, follow the on-screen directions.

- 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 change the channel options.