Dell PowerEdge Installation Guide: Configuring Windows Server 2008

About this manual

The guide provides setup and general information for Microsoft Windows Server 2008 on Dell PowerEdge systems. It covers completing the setup of a pre‑installed OS, performing clean installations using Dell Systems Management Tools, and using the OS media directly.

It also includes important notices, troubleshooting tips, and details on Dell’s advanced software support resources to help administrators get the system up and running quickly.

What's inside

• Completing Setup of the Preinstalled Windows Server 2008 Operating System
• Using Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation Media for a Clean Installation
• Using Operating System Media for a Clean Installation
• Important Information
• Getting Help
• Dell Advanced Software Support

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

How do I start the Windows Server 2008 setup on a Dell PowerEdge system?

Connect the keyboard, monitor, mouse, network cable, power cord, and any other peripherals, power on the system, then follow the Set Up Windows screen to select region, language, and accept the license.

What should I do if the operating system is preinstalled on the system?

Do not use the Dell Systems Management Tools and Documentation media, because using that media will delete the preinstalled operating system.