1. Create bootable installation Media

1. Download the Windows Server 2022 ISO from Microsoft.

2. Use Rufus or another tool to create a bootable USB drive:

   • Insert USB > Launch Rufus > Select ISO > Start.

2. Boot and Start Installation

1. Plug in the USB and restart your machine

2. Enter the BIOS/UEFI (usually by pressing DEL, F2, or F12 during startup)

3. Set the USB as the primary boot device

4. Save and exit — the PC will now boot into the Windows Server installer.

3. Go through the Setup Wizard

1. Select your language, time, and keyboard > Click Next

2. Click Install Now

3. Choose the edition:

   • Windows Server Standard or Datacenter.

   • With Desktop Experience if you want a GUI (recommended for most users).

4. Enter your product key or click “I don’t have a product key” (for evaluation).

4. Choose installation Type

1. Select Custom: Install Windows only (advanced)

2. Choose the drive to install Windows on:

   • Delete old partitions if needed

   • Select the unallocated space > Click Next.

5. Let installation complete

• The system will copy files and reboot several times

• Once done, you’ll be prompted to create a local Administrator password.

6. First-Time Configuration

1. Login with the Administrator account.

2. Open Server Manager to:

   • Change computer name

   • Configure IP address

   • Add roles and features (e.g., AD DS, DNS, DHCP)

7. Post-Installation Checklist

• Windows Updates: Run sconfig from Command Prompt to install updates quickly

• Enable Remote Desktop (if needed)

• Activate Windows using your product key

• Install Roles & Features as required (via Server Manager or PowerShell).

• Always keep a backup before installing or reformatting

• Use Windows Admin Center for easy management

• For command-line installs, try Core edition and use PowerShell for configuration.