How to Install and Activate Windows Server 2012

02/17/2022
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Windows Server 2012
  • Introduction :

    Microsoft Windows Server 2012 is an all-in-one server operating system that builds on Microsoft's upgrades to Windows Server 2008 Release 2. Because Windows Server 2012 and Windows 8 were developed concurrently, they share many features.

    In this article, we will show you how to install and activate Windows Server 2012.

    1. Requirements

      • Processor - 1.4 GHz 64-bit processor
      • RAM - 512 MB Disk Space - 32 GB
      • Network - Gigabit (10/100/1000baseT) Ethernet adapter
      • Installation media
    2. Steps to follow

      • Download and Install Windows Server 2012:

        Following the boot using the installation media. Let's get this installation underway.

        1. Select a language, time zone, and keyboard layout before clicking "Next."

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        2. Choose the Install Now option

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        3. Enter your product key and then press Next. Select the edition you want to install and click the Next button.

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        4. Read the relevant notices and licensing terms, accept them, and then click the Next button

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        5. To install Windows Server 2012, click the "Custom" button

          Please keep in mind that you are working with a brand new installation. Make a backup of all your files before you begin the installation.

          The "Upgrade" option will upgrade your operating system without affecting your settings, data, or apps.

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        6. Click Next after selecting the partition on which you want to install Windows Server 2012.

          f you want to start over, format the partition and afterwards click Next. You can also delete all current partitions and create new ones (s).

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        7. Sit back and wait for the installation to complete. It could take some time.

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          The system will reboot automatically after installation.

        8. Complete the installation of Windows Server 2012 by setting your account

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        9. Done! Windows Server 2012 is now installed.

      • Enable Windows Server 2012:

        1. Open your start menu and search for This PC

        2. Enter your product key to activate Windows Server 2012 R2.

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        3. Windows Server 2012 R2 has been successfully activated.

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