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

Conditions needed:

Make sure you have the following information before you start:

Having VirtualBox installed on your computer. From the official website, you can download it.

a version of the ISO record for Windows Server 2019 that can be saved from Microsoft's Evaluation Center.

For peak efficiency, at least 4 GB of RAM, 2 CPU components, and 50 Megs of free disk space are recommended.

Step 1: Set up VirtualBox

If you have n't already set up VirtualBox, follow the steps below:

- Visit the VirtualBox website to 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 complete.

Step 2: Set Up a New Virtual Machine

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

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 a folder in which the VM will be kept.

- Operating System Type

Change the kind to" Microsoft Windows" and push OK.

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

- Memory (RAM): At least 2048 MB( 2 GB), but 4096 MB( 4 GB) or higher is suggested for better performance.

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

Step 3: Set up the Virtual Hard Disk.

VirtualBox will enable you to create a digital hard push on which to deploy Windows Server 2019.

Choose the default option, "VD I( VirtualBox Disk Image), "from the list below.

- Physical hard drive storage: Choose "Dynamically allocated" to save space on your host machine. Only the necessary disk space will be used by this.

- Include at least 50 GB of storage in the specified disk size. If required, you can specify more.

- Click" Build" to finish building up the hard drive.

Step 4: Install the ISO file for Windows Server 2019

The ISO document may be mounted for Windows Server 2019 to get installed.

Select your previously created VM from the VirtualBox primary software and press" Options".

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

Mount the ISO:

An empty optical drive ( which looks like a virtual CD/DVD drive ) will appear under the" Storage Devices" section.

Select" Pick a plate file" and then visit the small disk image following to" Optical Drive. "

Find the area where your Panels Server 2019 ISO is kept and go to the place where it is saved.

- To close the settings window, click "OK."

Step 5: Set up the virtual machine

You are then prepared to begin the Windows Server 2019 assembly operation.

- Release the digital machine: Choose the machine and find" Begin. "

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

Step 6: Installing Windows Server 2019

We'll then go over the steps for adding Windows Server 2019.

Choose your preferred language, time style, and console output process, then click" Next," then pick" English and Region Settings. "

- Install Now: To begin the installation, click the" Install Now" button.

- Choose a Version: You will be asked to choose a 2019 Windows Server version. The "Standard( Desktop Experience)" version, which has a GUI, is suggested for the majority of users.

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

When prompted for an installation type, choose "Custom: Install Windows Only( Advanced)".

You'll see the virtual hard drive you created earlier when you click Disk. To start the installation, select it and click "Next."

Step 7: Finish the installation

It will take some time for the installation to be finished. 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 this. Choose a strong password, and then click "Finish."

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

Step 8: Post-Installation Configuration

There are a few things you might want to do once logged in to finalize the setup:

Install VirtualBox Guest Additions: To increase the performance of your VM and allow features like shared documents and folder sharing, visit here.

In the VM's glass, click on" Devices" and pick" Insert Guest Additions CD picture. "

Install Guest Additions cybersecurity 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 customize system settings.