How to install Server 2016. Microsoft Windows Server 2016 is a sleek and fast server operating system that will be the foundation for our entire network.

Here we are going to go through a quick install within VirtualBox on my Macbook Pro. It’s not a super quick video, but I kept it as short as possible.

This is a follow-up to the Downloading Server 2016 post, where I talk a little about the plans for future videos on Windows domains, etc.

I ended up getting a little frustrated after the install was complete, but I cut most of that out since it’s a result of me not having any exposure to the new Microsoft operating systems user interface, so I don’t know exactly where/how things work.

After using it for a short while, it’s fairly intuitive and makes sense, so you have to give it a chance.

 

How to Install Server 2016

Steps to Install Server 2016

• Assuming you downloaded the ISO, setup VirtualBox (or whatever VM software you are using) with a new VM.
• Attach the ISO to it’s CD drive and boot up the VM!
  
• Select Language and then click Next
  
• Select Install Now
  
• Select the version you want to install. For me, I want the GUI version. Then select Next.
  
• Read the License Terms and if you agree, click the checkbox and select Next.
  
  
• Select Custom: Install Windows Only (advanced).
  
• Select the drive/partition you want (should only be one visible) and select Next.
  
• The install process should look familiar if you ever installed any recent Microsoft Windows operating systems.
  
• When the install process is complete, you will be asked to create the Administrator password. Type in your password and click Finish.
  
• Then log in using the Administrator username and password.
• After a minute or so, you should be at your brand-new Windows Server 2012 machine.
• Make sure the timezone / time is set correctly. If it isn’t, go ahead and configure it.
• Next, set the server name by clicking on Local Server and then the current server name.
  
• Click Change.
  
• In the Computer Name field, type in whatever you want to name this server and click Ok.
  
• Restart the server.
• Pat yourself on the back for a job well-done!

Server Basics 2016 Series Navigation

• Tutorial #1: Downloading Windows Server 2016
• Tutorial #2: Install Server 2016 (this article)
• Tutorial #3: Setup Active Directory on Windows Server 2016
• Tutorial #4: OU Structure on Server 2016 
• Tutorial #5: Create AD Users and Groups
• Tutorial #6: Setup DHCP Role on Server 2016
• Tutorial #7: Join Windows 10 to Domain – Server 2016
• Tutorial #8: (coming soon)