Windows Server 2008 R2

You can install the Windows Server 2008 R2 in a virtual machine using the Windows Server 2008 R2 distribution CD.

Before you begin, verify that the following tasks are complete:

•	Read General Installation Instructions for All VMware Products.

•	Create and configure a new virtual machine.

•	Virtual machine. 512MB or more of RAM.

•	Host computer. 512MB or more of RAM.

Installation Steps

1	Insert the Windows Server 2008 R2 CD in the CD-ROM drive.

2	Power on the virtual machine to start installing Windows Server 2008 R2.

3	Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

4	Install VMware Tools.