Out of Box setup for a Windows Server 2012
Description: This document is based on a first time out of box setup of a PowerSpec S132 server, but may apply similarly to other models.
- Once the system has been turned on, you are greeted by the Windows User License Agreement (Settings Screen). Put a check mark in the acceptance of terms box and click Next.
- Now choose your Country/Region, Language, and Keyboard Layout. Once finished, click Next.
- Next, go ahead and enter in a Username (Administrator by default) and a Password for the system - then click Finish.
- After Windows Server has finalized the user settings, you will be greeted with a "Lock" screen - use the key combination CTRL+ALT+DEL to login to the machine.
- Once logged into Windows Server, the user will be greeted with Server Manager to setup their settings for their server from here.
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