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” on page.
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.
distribution CD.
Before you begin, verify that the following tasks are complete:
Read “General Installation Instructions for All VMware Products” on page.
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.