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Setting Up Windows Server 2012 R2 in VirtualBox: A Step-by-Step Guide

To begin installing VirtualBox on your system, execute the following:

  1. Access this link and choose the Windows Hosts option.
  2. Your download of VirtualBox will start shortly on your computer.
  3. Proceed to run the downloaded VirtualBox installer.
Important: Should you encounter issues during installation, consider unchecking the USB feature options.

For setting up a new virtual machine in VirtualBox, follow these steps:

  1. Click the New button in the Machine menu.
  2. Name your virtual machine, select the directory for the Windows Server 2012 R2 .iso file, and then proceed by clicking Next.
    3. Note: Opt out of 'Skip Unattended Installations' by ensuring the corresponding box is unchecked.
  3. Allocate at least 4 GB of RAM and then click Next.
    4. Reminder: Adjust the RAM according to your system’s capabilities and requirements.
  4. Select 'Create a Virtual Hard Disk Now' and ensure it has a minimum capacity of 50 GB for effective functionality. Press Next.
  5. In the Summary screen, finalize the setup by clicking on Finish.
  6. Under the Tools tab, click the icon with three dots to access the dropdown menu and select Media to load the Windows Server 2012 R2 .iso file.
  7. Proceed to add optical disks by selecting the Add option within the optical disks tab.
  8. Initiate the virtual machine by hitting the Start button.
  9. The installation process for Windows Server 2012 R2 will commence.
For additional guidance on configuring Windows, see the section: How do I install Windows Server 2012 R2?.

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