Sun Microsystems X6275 manual Task Map for the Windows Server 2008 Installation

Task Map for the Windows Server 2008 Installation

Use TABLE 2-1to preview the installation process defined as a series of tasks. The table defines the required tasks, describes them, and provides pointers to the instructions for performing that task.

TABLE 2-1Task Map for the Windows 2008 Installation

Step	Task	Description	Relevant Topic(s)
1	Review installation	Verify that all applicable requirements are	• “Prerequisites” on page 2
	prerequisites	met for installing an operating system to
		a server.

2	Gather the Windows	The Windows OS is shipped with the CD
	installation media	and DVD media and documentation that
		you will need to install the Windows OS.
3	Perform the Windows	Follow the instructions in this chapter to
	2008 OS installation	install the Windows 2008 operating
		system.

4	Install driver(s) and	If necessary, install the updated server-
	supplemental software	specific drivers and the server
	post installation, if	supplemental software.
	applicable.

•You can download or order the media for Windows 2008 at http://www.microsoft.co m

•“Installing Windows Server 2008 Using Local or Remote Media” on page 9

•“Installing Windows Server 2008 Using a PXE Network” on page 14

•“Post Installation” on page 17

Note – The complete Microsoft Windows operating system installation process is not documented in this section. This section walks you through the steps for booting the Windows Server 2008 media, installing drivers (if necessary) at boot, and partitioning the drive. For additional information, consult the Microsoft’s Windows 2008 Product Documentation at

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/product-

documentation.aspx

8 Sun Blade X6270 Server Module Windows Operating System Installation Guide • September 2009