Installation Guide for Windows Server 2022

After making a bootable USB drive, here's how to perform a clean install:

1. Power on your server to boot Windows normally; insert the Windows Server USB, then restart the server.
2. Your server will start from the Windows Server USB. Press any key when you see the message Press any key to boot from CD or DVD.

Note: If the Windows Server installation doesn't start after reboot, adjust the boot order in your BIOS settings to prioritize USB.
3. Restart your server, and when the manufacturer logo appears, find the boot menu key, typically F2, F10, F11, F12 or Del, to access the menu.

4. Adjust the boot sequence to USB.
5. In the setup interface, choose your language, time and currency format, and keyboard or input method, then click Next.

6. Click Install now to initiate the installation.

7. Select the edition of Windows Server you want to install and click Next.

8. Agree to the license terms and click Next.

9. Choose Custom: Install Microsoft Server Operating System only (advanced) from the options.

10. Select the hard drive for Windows Server installation and click Next.
Note: For best results, delete all existing partitions. If using a new hard drive, just click next.

11. The installation process for Windows Server will commence. This might take a few minutes.

12. Next, set a memorable password and click Finish.

13. Finally, press Ctrl+Alt+Del, enter your password, and your Windows Server desktop will load.