Windows Server 2022 Datacenter

Step-by-Step Instructions for Download, Installation, and Activation

Please follow these steps for a smooth and easy process:

    1. Visit Microsoft's website: Download Windows Server 2022
    2. On the website, select "Windows Server 2022" from the available options and download the ISO image file.
    3. After downloading the ISO file, you need to copy it to a DVD or a USB flash drive. Use DVD burning software to write the ISO file onto a DVD, or use a tool like Rufus to create a bootable USB drive with the ISO file.
    4. Insert the DVD or USB flash drive into the server where you wish to install Windows Server 2022 Datacenter. Restart the server and boot from the DVD or USB flash drive to begin the installation.
    5. Follow the on-screen prompts to proceed with the installation. When asked, choose the Datacenter edition for installation.
    6. After the installation is complete, to activate your Windows Server, you need to open Command Prompt as an administrator. Find Command Prompt in the Start menu, right-click it, and select "Run as administrator".
    7. In the Command Prompt, type the following command:
Dism /online /Set-Edition:ServerDatacenter /AcceptEula /ProductKey:XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX-XXXXX
  1. Replace the Xs with your actual product key. Press Enter to execute the command.
  2. Your Windows Server 2022 Datacenter will be activated upon completion. You may need to restart your server to finalize the activation.

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