Beginner’s Guide: Virtualizing 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 a number of 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 started!

What are the prerequisites:

Make sure you have the following before you begin:

Having VirtualBox installed on your computer. It can be downloaded from the company's 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.

Step 1: Set up VirtualBox

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: Invent 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 descriptive name. Additionally, you can specify a folder in which the VM will be kept.

- Operating System Type:

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 log" Create. "

Step 3: Setup the Virtual Hard Drive

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.

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

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

Step 4: Install the ISO of 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. "

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

Install the ISO:

You'll see an empty optical drive ( this is a virtual CD/DVD drive ) 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.

Find the area where your Panels Server 2019 ISO is kept and go to the place where it is saved.

- 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.

- Start the electronic machine: Choose the digital machine and press" Start. "

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

Step 6: Windows Server 2019 Installation

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

Choose your preferred language, time style, and console output process, then click" Next", and then pick" English and Region Settings. "

- 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.

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

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

- Choose Disk: The virtual hard drive you created earlier will appear. To begin the installation, select it and click "Next."

Step 7: Finish installing the software

It will take some time for the installation to be finished. 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 this. Choose a strong password, 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:

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 after 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.