How to Run Windows Server 2019 in VirtualBox for Training and Practice

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 multiple operating systems on your computer is VirtualBox. I'll walk you through the steps to installing 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 begin:

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

a version of the ISO record for Windows Server 2019 that can be saved 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.

Installing VirtualBox: Step 1.

If you have n't already set up VirtualBox, follow these instructions:

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

- Type of Operating System

Change the kind to" Microsoft Windows" and push OK.

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 finally click" 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.

- Physical hard drive storage: Choose "Dynamically allocated" 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 on the disk size. If required, you can specify more.

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

Step 4: Install the ISO of 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" 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: Set up 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 for adding 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.

- 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.

Accept the license terms and click "Next" to complete the license agreement.

When asked to choose 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.

Step 7: Finish the CyberBootcamp installation

The installation procedure will take some time to complete. 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 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 glass, click on" Devices" and pick" Insert Guest Additions CD picture. "

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.