Installing Windows Server 2019 in a virtual environment enables you to practice, test, and configure without affecting your primary system. A well-known, open-source virtualization platform that enables you to run a number of operating systems on your computer is VirtualBox. I'll show you how to install Windows Server 2019 on VirtualBox in this guide. Let's get things moving!

Conditions needed:

Make sure you have the following information 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 maximum efficiency, at least 4 GB of RAM, 2 CPU components, and 50 Megs of free disk space are recommended.

Installing VirtualBox: Step 1.

If you have n't already set up VirtualBox, follow these instructions:

- From the VirtualBox website, 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 finished.

Step 2: Invent a New Virtual Machine

Create a new virtual machine (VM ) for Windows Server 2019 now that VirtualBox has been set up.

To create a new virtual machine, launch VirtualBox and click the" New" button.

Give the VM a short name like "Windows Server 2019" and give it a descriptive name. Additionally, you can specify the folder in which the VM will be kept.

- Operating System Type:

Change the kind to" Microsoft Windows"".

If Windows 2019 ( 64-bit ) is not available, set the version to" Windows 2019 ( 64-bit )" or choose Windows 2016 instead.

- Memory (RAM): Set aside at least 2048 MB( 2 GB), but 4096 MB( 4 GB) or higher is suggested for faster performance.

- Virtual Hard Disk: Select" Create a digital hard drive today" and finally click" Create. "

Step 3: Setup the Virtual Hard Drive

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" to save space on your host machine when selecting storage on physical hard drives. Only the necessary amount of disk space will be used by this.

- Include at least 50 GB of storage on the disk size. If required, you may specify more.

- Click" Build" to finish the hard drive layout.

Step 4: Install the ISO of Windows Server 2019

The ISO document may be mounted for deployment of Windows Server 2019.

- Find the VM: Pick the newly created VM from the VirtualBox major software and press" Options. "

- Navigate to the "Storage" tab in the storage settings window.

Install the ISO:

You'll see an empty optical drive ( this is a virtual CD/DVD drive ) under the" Storage Devices" section.

Select" Pick a plate file", then click on the small device image next to" Optical Drive", and then click on the bare travel.

Find the area where your Panels Server 2019 ISO is kept and go to that area.

- Click "OK" to close the settings window.

Step 5: Set up the virtual machine

Now that Windows Server 2019 has been installed, you are prepared to start the setup process.

- Start the electronic system: Select the digital machine and find" Start".

- Start Installation: You'll be prompted to begin the installation process by the Windows Server 2019 ISO report.

Step 6: Installing Windows Server 2019

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 comes with a GUI, is suggested for the majority of users.

Accept the license terms and click "Next" to complete the license agreement.

When asked to choose an installation type, choose "Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)".

- Select 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. Once 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. Select a strong password and click "Finish."

- Log in: Use the administrator credentials you just created to access Windows Server 2019.

8: Post-Installation Configuration.

There are a few things you might want to do once logged in to finalize 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 computer security VM's window, click" Devices" and choose the" Insert Guest Additions CD image. "

Install Guest Additions and reset the VM after the on-screen guidelines.

- 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 change the channel options.