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Setting Up Windows Server 2016 on VirtualBox

To install VirtualBox on your PC, follow these steps:

  1. Visit this link and select the Windows Hosts option from the menu.
  2. The VirtualBox file will start downloading on your PC.
  3. Run the VirtualBox file to install it.
Note: If you encounter issues installing VirtualBox, deselect the USB features in the installation wizard.

Here's how you can create a new virtual machine (VirtualBox):

  1. In the Machine section, click the New button.
  2. Enter a name for the Virtual Machine, select the location of the Windows Server .iso file, and then click Next.
    3. Note: Ensure the box Skip Unattended Installations is checked.
  3. Allocate at least 4 GB of RAM and click Next.
    4. Note: You can choose any other value that meets the system requirements.
  4. Select the option to Create a Virtual Hard Disk Now (a minimum of 50 GB is recommended for proper operation). Click Next.
  5. In the Summary window, click Finish.
  6. In the Tools tab, select the Windows Server .iso file by clicking the button with the three dots. From the dropdown menu, select Media.
  7. Then, go to the Optical Disks tab and click Add.
  8. Start the virtual machine by clicking Start.
  9. The installation of Windows Server 2016 will begin.
Note: For additional configuration details, refer to: How do I install Windows Server 2016?.

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