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Learn how to successfully install and configure Windows Server 2025 on your Dedicated Server for optimal performance → Find out more
The following guide explains step by step how to install and configure the Windows Server operating system on your Dedicated Server. Follow these instructions carefully to set up and use the operating system successfully.
Windows Server 2025 The setup steps and demonstration in this guide are based on the Windows Server 2025 operating system. Older OS versions may differ in layout and appearance. However, the process is similar.
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Before installing and configuring an operating system, you first need to mount the appropriate ISO image. You can do this in the Installation tab of the ZapX panel—either by using an ISO from our catalog or your own ISO via URL.
If you’re not familiar with mounting an ISO file, we recommend our Initial Setup or Custom ISO guide.
Once the ISO file has been mounted successfully, Windows Server Setup starts automatically the next time the system restarts. First, select the language and keyboard layout. Then choose the setup option Install Windows Server.
Once setup has started, the system prepares the necessary components. This may take some time. After it’s complete, select the Windows Server edition you want. The following versions are available:
If you need a graphical user interface and want to use RDP, choose one of the Desktop Experience versions. For more information about the differences between the Standard and Datacenter editions, visit the official Microsoft website.
Windows Server Editions and Licenses Make sure you select the server edition for which you have a valid license key. ZAP-Hosting does not provide a Windows Server license for this product. After the trial period ends, you must purchase a license separately.
After selecting the desired image, accept the notices and license terms, then select the partition where you want to install the operating system. To do this, create a new partition using Create partition, select the newly created drive/partition, and click Next to confirm. Finally, start the installation by clicking Install.
The Windows Server operating system will now be installed. The system will restart several times during this process, which may take some time.
Set your login credentials, and you’ll be ready to sign in to your installed operating system. Keep your credentials somewhere safe, as you’ll need them each time you log in.
Once the operating system is set up, you need to enable RDP access to allow external connections. To do this, go to the Remote Desktop settings and enable the corresponding option.
Congratulations, you’ve successfully installed Windows Server 2025 on your Dedicated Server. If you have any further questions or run into any issues, our support team is available every day and will be happy to help! 🙂
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