Installing Windows Server 2008 R2 Step by Step

Windows Server 2008 R2 builds on the award-winning foundation of Windows Server 2008, expanding existing technology and adding new features to enable organizations to increase the reliability and flexibility of their server infrastructures. New virtualization tools, Web resources, management enhancements, and exciting Windows 7 integration help save time, reduce costs, and provide a platform for a dynamic and efficiently managed data center. Powerful tools such as Internet Information Services (IIS) version 7.5, updated Server Manager and Hyper-V platforms and Windows PowerShell version 2.0 combine to give customers greater control, increased efficiency, and the ability to react to front-line business needs faster than ever before.
Let’s take a quick look how we can install Windows 2008 R2 in a couple of minutes.

Insert the DVD to DVD drive and boot using DVD, Setup will load all the installation files.

1. On the Install Windows page, select your language and locale preferences, and then click Next    
2. Click Install Now
3. On the Select the operating system you want to install page, select the OS you want to install, and then click Next    
4. Accept the licence terms, and then click Next
5. On the Which type of installation do you want? page, select Custom    
6. On the Where do you want to install Windows? page, select the disk you want to install Windows on, and then click Next
7. The installation process will begin   
8. Once the installation is complete, you will be prompted to change your password. Click Next
9. Enter and confirm a new password, and then click the arrow button    
10. You will receive a message informing you that the password was changed. Click OK.    
11. Since this is the first time you are logging onto the computer, Windows will create your profile    
12. Once this is complete, your desktop will load and you will be presented with the Initial Configuration Tasks wizard    
13. Use the Initial Configuration Tasks wizard to provide computer information, such as time zone, network configuration, and computer name.
14. When you close the Initial Configuration Tasks wizard, your desktop will be displayed