Install from the product discs

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Applies To: Windows Server 2003 R2, Windows Server 2003 with SP2

To perform a clean installation of Windows Server 2003 R2 using the product discs, you will need to install both Disc 1 and Disc 2.

Note

Installing Windows Server 2003 R2 does not automatically install the Windows Server 2003 R2 optional components. After Setup is complete, you can install the optional components by using Add/Remove Windows Components in Control Panel. You also have the option to add or upgrade server roles by using Manage Your Server. For more information about these options, see Installing Optional Components and Server Roles.

To install Windows Server 2003 R2 from the product discs

  1. Insert Disc 1 into your CD-ROM drive, and then restart the computer.

  2. Follow the instructions in your computer's startup routine to start the computer from the CD.

  3. Follow the instructions on your screen. When you are prompted to enter the Product Key, type the Product Key that comes with the two product discs.

    Note

    For more information about installing Windows Server 2003 (Disc 1), see the Readme.htm located on the root of Disc 1.

    Note

    When the computer restarts after installation of Disc 1, do not press any key to boot from the CD.

  4. After you install Disc 1, log on to the computer as an administrator.

  5. At the prompt, insert Disc 2, and then click OK.

  6. Follow the instructions on your screen.