Windows - Server Original.vbox

If you’re diving into the world of IT administration or just want a safe sandbox to test enterprise features, building a Windows Server virtual machine (VM) is the perfect starting point. Using Oracle VM VirtualBox , you can run a full-scale server environment right on your laptop without messing with your primary OS.

Here is how to take your .vbox configuration from a blank slate to a fully functional server. 1. Gather Your Installation Media Windows Server Original.vbox

Windows Server is resource-hungry. Assign at least 4 GB of RAM and 2 CPU cores to keep things snappy. If you’re diving into the world of IT

Allocate at least 50 GB . Using "Dynamically Allocated" storage is a pro tip—it only uses space on your physical drive as you actually fill it up inside the VM. 3. The Installation Process Allocate at least 50 GB

Click the empty optical drive icon and select to point to your downloaded ISO. Start the VM and follow the Windows prompts.