Installing Windows Server 2019 in a virtual environment enables you to test, configure, and practice without affecting your primary computer. 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 going!

Conditions needed:

Make sure you have the following 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 peak 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).

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

- Launch VirtualBox once the installation is complete.

Step 2: Invent a New Virtual Machine

Create a new virtual machine (VM ) for Windows Server 2019 now that VirtualBox has been 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. 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 choose 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 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" 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 may 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 in order to install Windows Server 2019.

- 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.

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. "

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

You are now prepared to begin Panels Server 2019 setup.

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

- 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 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

The installation procedure will take some time to finish. 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, and then click "Finish."

- Log in: Use the Administrator credentials you just created to access 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 CyberBootcamp deploy Guest Additions and reset the VM, follow the on-screen directions.

- 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.