How to Execute a Clean Installation of Windows Server 2022?

Begin by preparing a bootable USB drive. Once ready, proceed with these detailed installation instructions:

1. Power on your server to initialize Windows; insert the bootable Windows Server USB and then reboot your server.
2. The system will initiate from the USB. When prompted with the message Press any key to boot from CD or DVD, do so.

Note: If the Windows Server setup does not start after rebooting, modify your PC's BIOS settings to prioritize booting from USB.
3. Reboot your server, and when the logo of your server's manufacturer displays, press the key for the boot menu, typically F2, F10, F11, F12, or Del.

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

6. Click Install now to begin the installation.

7. Select the Server edition for installation and proceed by clicking Next.

8. Agree to the license terms by clicking Next.

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

10. Choose the hard drive where Windows Server will be installed and click Next.
Note: For optimal performance, we advise deleting all previous partitions on the hard drive. If the drive is new, simply proceed by clicking next.

11. Installation will commence and complete in a few minutes.

12. Set a memorable password and select Finish.

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