How to Install Windows Server 2019 on VirtualBox for Testing and Development

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 several 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 started!

Conditions must be met:

Make sure you have the following information before you begin:

Having VirtualBox installed on your computer. From the official website, you can download it.

- 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 suggested.

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 complete.

Step 2: Make a New Virtual Machine

Create a new virtual machine (VM ) for Windows Server 2019 now that VirtualBox has been set up.

- 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 descriptive name. You can also specify the location of the VM's storage folder.

- Operating System Type:

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 today" and log" Create. "

Step 3: Setup 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" storage on physical hard drives to save space on your host machine. Only the necessary amount of disk space will be used by this.

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

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

Step 4: Install the ISO file for Windows Server 2019

The ISO document may be mounted in order to install Windows Server 2019.

Select your previously created VM from the VirtualBox primary software and press" Options".

- Go to the "Storage" tab in the storage 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 visit the small disk image next to" Optical Drive", and subsequently click on the bare travel.

Find the area where your Panels Server 2019 ISO is kept and go CyberBootcamp 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 process by joining the Windows Server 2019 ISO report.

Step 6: Installing Windows Server 2019

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".

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

- Select the 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 (advanced)".

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

7: Finish the installation

It will take some time for the installation to be finished. Once everything is finished, Windows Server 2019 will automatically restart and finish the setup.

- Set Administrator Password: After the reboot, you'll be asked to create a password for the administrator account. Choose a strong password, and then click "Finish."

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

Step 8: Post-Installation Configuration

There are a few things you might want to do once logged in to finish 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. "

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

- Windows Updates: Check for updates by checking for updates in 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.