{"id":54,"date":"2011-08-09T08:52:20","date_gmt":"2011-08-09T13:52:20","guid":{"rendered":"In previous posts we've discussed items that one should put thought into before installing <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416443&amp;nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&amp;cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Software+-+Servers-_-Microsoft-_-32416"},"modified":"2014-05-16T09:55:59","modified_gmt":"2014-05-16T13:55:59","slug":"a-complete-guide-to-installing-windows-home-server-2011","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/a-complete-guide-to-installing-windows-home-server-2011\/","title":{"rendered":"A complete guide to installing Windows Home Server 2011"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"daves-551622685\" class=\"daves-single-post-before-content\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2700504761\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p>In previous posts we&#8217;ve discussed items that one should put thought into before installing <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416443&amp;nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&amp;cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Software+-+Servers-_-Microsoft-_-32416443&amp;cm_sp=&amp;AID=10440897&amp;PID=2096278&amp;SID=\" target=\"_blank\">Windows Home Server 2011<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.awltovhc.com\/image-2096278-10440897\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/> along with the decisions I made prior to installing the server OS. To continue on with the WHS theme I think now is a good time to walk through the installation process for those who will buy the software and install it on their own hardware. All-in-all it is pretty straight forward for those who&#8217;ve installed a Windows OS before, but there are a few caveats to be aware of.<\/p>\n<p>If you are still considering <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416443&amp;nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&amp;cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Software+-+Servers-_-Microsoft-_-32416443&amp;cm_sp=&amp;AID=10440897&amp;PID=2096278&amp;SID=\" target=\"_blank\">WHS 2011<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.awltovhc.com\/image-2096278-10440897\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/> be aware that you will need a computer with a 64-bit CPU (most AMD and recent Intel CPU&#8217;s fall in this category) and WHS 2011 is a 64-bit operating system. You can also save yourself some future headaches by planning carefully for your storage needs, both now and in the future.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Windows Home Server 2011 Minimum Requirements<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 &#8211; 1.4GHz 64-bit single core processor. A multi-core CPU will provide a better experience.<\/li>\n<li>1 &#8211; 160GB hard drive(60GB for OS\/100GB for storage). Multiple drives provide more storage and provide more backup options.<\/li>\n<li>2 GB RAM. Will function with 2GB, but if you are considering media streaming 4GB should provide better results.<\/li>\n<li>10\/100Mbit Network Interface Card (NIC). Consider 1Gb if you have a gigabit network or plan one in the future.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Let the installation begin! Server 2008 first.<\/h2>\n<p>WHS 2011 is like any recent Microsoft OS and can be installed from DVD or flash drive. As installation begins you are presented with the common &#8220;Windows is loading files&#8230;&#8221; screen. Nothing new here.<\/p><div id=\"daves-3898772102\" class=\"daves-single-post-in-content\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2700504761\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_windows_loading.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_windows_loading\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-88\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_windows_loading.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_windows_loading-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_windows_loading-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next up is &#8220;Starting Windows&#8221;, which is a little misleading as the installation is just starting!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_starting_windows.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_starting_windows\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-83\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_starting_windows.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_starting_windows-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_starting_windows-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After a few moments for the installation routine to load files you are given options for New Installation and Repair an existing installation. It&#8217;s important to note that the installation media (DVD or flash drive) can also be used to repair a previous installation that is borked, just like the screen shows. In this instance we are performing a new installation.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_new_installation.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_new_installation\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-69\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_new_installation.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_new_installation-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_new_installation-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next up you&#8217;re asked where you want to install the OS. In this example I only have one 160GB drive (the minimum) installed. Since this is a new installation all of the data on the drive will be deleted.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_installation_drive.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_installation_drive\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-67\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_installation_drive.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_installation_drive-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_installation_drive-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is a good sign! Sit back and enjoy a refreshing beverage for 15 or 20 minutes.<\/p><div id=\"daves-1272315077\" class=\"daves-single-post-in-content-2\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2700504761\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_is_starting.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_is_starting\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-80\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_is_starting.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_is_starting-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_is_starting-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_copy_files.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_copy_files\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-62\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_copy_files.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_copy_files-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_copy_files-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Once the files are copied to the hard drive and expanded the system will restart.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_restart.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_restart\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-81\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_restart.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_restart-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_restart-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After the restart you&#8217;ll be presented with a black screen telling you that &#8220;Setup is updating registry settings.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_updating_registry.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_updating_registry\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-82\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_updating_registry.png 640w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_updating_registry-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_updating_registry-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll be informed that setup is completing the installation, however you&#8217;re only halfway finished.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_completing_installation.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_completing_installation\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-57\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_completing_installation.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_completing_installation-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_completing_installation-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Installation continues with WHS 2011<\/h2>\n<p>Setup is preparing your computer for first use! Well, actually this is the end of the Server 2008 installation. WHS &#8220;rides&#8221; on top of Server 2008. The next screen will tell you that your desktop is being prepared and you may even see a brief glimpse of the desktop, but be aware the actual WHS 2011 installation is just beginning.<\/p><div id=\"daves-1990492201\" class=\"daves-single-post-in-content-3\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2700504761\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_computer.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_preparing_your_computer\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-72\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_computer.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_computer-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_computer-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_desktop.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_preparing_your_desktop\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-73\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_desktop.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_desktop-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_your_desktop-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The WHS 2011 part of the installation begins.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_begins.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_begins\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-76\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_begins.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_begins-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_begins-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Change your Country, Time, and Keyboard options if they are incorrect. Click Next.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_country_keyboard_settings.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_country_keyboard_settings\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-63\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_country_keyboard_settings.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_country_keyboard_settings-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_country_keyboard_settings-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Pretty standard stuff here. Check your date and time. Click Next.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_date_time_settings.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_date_time_settings\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-64\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_date_time_settings.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_date_time_settings-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_date_time_settings-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Agree to the license terms or Microsoft claims rights to your first born! Click Next.<\/p><div id=\"daves-1791041214\" class=\"daves-single-post-in-content-4\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2700504761\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_license_terms.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_license_terms\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-68\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_license_terms.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_license_terms-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_license_terms-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Enter your product key and check the box to activate once you have an internet connection. Click Next.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_enter_product_key.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_enter_product_key\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-66\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_enter_product_key.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_enter_product_key-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_enter_product_key-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The next step is to name the server, provide a password, and password hint in case you forget the server password. This is also your one and only chance to change the Workgroup setting in WHS 2011!<\/p>\n<p>In most home scenarios each computer must be part of the same workgroup to share files over the network. This isn&#8217;t the case with WHS 2011 and the default workgroup for WHS 2011 is &#8220;WORKGROUP&#8221; and it will work fine if the workgroup doesn&#8217;t match the other computers on the network. Nonetheless, there are those of us old school types who would really like the server to be part of the same workgroup as the other computers on our network &#8211; hey, you can&#8217;t teach an old dog new tricks. For those who wish to change the workgroup continue on. Those who do not wish to make a change should skip the following section.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h2>Changing the WHS 2011 workgroup<\/h2>\n<p>At this point you will be looking at the following screen.<\/p><div id=\"daves-3215842876\" class=\"daves-single-post-in-content-5\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"2700504761\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_personalize.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_personalize\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-70\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_personalize.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_personalize-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_personalize-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Do NOT fill in the requested information. Instead hold down the control key and press the f10 key (<strong>shift+F10<\/strong>), which will open a command prompt. At the prompt type <strong>control system<\/strong> followed by the <strong>Enter<\/strong> key.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_control_system\" width=\"666\" height=\"330\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-58\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system.png 666w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system-150x74.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system-400x198.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 666px) 100vw, 666px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This will open the System applet from the control panel. Notice that the default workgroup is &#8220;WORKGROUP&#8221; and there is a link that will allow you to change the setting &#8211; you will not see this once setup is complete.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_controlpanel_system\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-60\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Clicking the <strong>change settings<\/strong> link will open the system properties window. Click on the <strong>Change<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_system_properties.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_system_properties\" width=\"409\" height=\"456\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-84\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_system_properties.png 409w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_system_properties-134x150.png 134w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_system_properties-358x400.png 358w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Type the name of the workgroup you prefer and click <strong>OK<\/strong> to close the popup window.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_change_workgroup.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_change_workgroup\" width=\"409\" height=\"460\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-56\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_change_workgroup.png 409w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_change_workgroup-133x150.png 133w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_change_workgroup-355x400.png 355w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>You will receive a welcome to the new workgroup (DCT in this example). Simply click <strong>OK<\/strong> to close the welcome message.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_workgroup_welcome.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_workgroup_welcome\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-89\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_workgroup_welcome.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_workgroup_welcome-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_workgroup_welcome-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Next you will receive a warning that the computer must be restarted for the changes to take affect. We don&#8217;t want to interrupt the setup process so click <strong>Restart Later<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_restart_later.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_restart_later\" width=\"364\" height=\"141\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-74\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_restart_later.png 364w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_restart_later-150x58.png 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 364px) 100vw, 364px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Close the System applet by clicking the X in the upper right corner.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system_2.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_controlpanel_system_2\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-61\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system_2.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system_2-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_controlpanel_system_2-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Close the command prompt window by clicking the X in the upper right corner. Hey, we&#8217;re right back where we started!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system_2.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_control_system_2\" width=\"667\" height=\"331\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-59\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system_2.png 667w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system_2-150x74.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_control_system_2-400x198.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Finishing up the Windows Home Server 2011 installation<\/h2>\n<p>Enter the name you would like the server to be known as on your network (DCT-SERVER in this example). Enter a secure password and re-enter it again to confirm. The password requirements are 8 character minimum (more is better) and it must contain at least 3 of the following categories: uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Be sure you enter a password hint in case you forget the password. Click <strong>Next<\/strong> to proceed.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_server_name.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_server_name\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_server_name.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_server_name-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_server_name-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Click on Use Recommended Settings.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_settings.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_update_settings\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-86\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_settings.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_settings-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_settings-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re almost home. Setup will continue for a few more minutes as you watch this screen in anticipation. Have another refreshing beverage.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_and_prepare.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_update_and_prepare\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-85\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_and_prepare.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_and_prepare-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_update_and_prepare-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>WHS will restart and you will be greeted with the following screens.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_whs_starting.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_whs_starting\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-87\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_whs_starting.png 640w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_whs_starting-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_whs_starting-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_desktop.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_preparing_desktop\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-71\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_desktop.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_desktop-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_preparing_desktop-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Another brief view of the desktop before installation continues.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_brief_desktop.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_brief_desktop\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-55\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_brief_desktop.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_brief_desktop-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_brief_desktop-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Setup continues&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_continues\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-78\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues_2.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_continues_2\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-79\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues_2.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues_2-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_continues_2-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ta Da! Setup is done and you can now install the connector software on each client computer on your network!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_complete.png\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_setup_complete\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-77\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_complete.png 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_complete-150x112.png 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_setup_complete-400x300.png 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now you can get a good look at the desktop of the underlying Server 2008 operating system. This isn&#8217;t where you will conduct your normal day-to-day dealings with the server, but it won&#8217;t hurt to poke around if you wish.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_desktop.jpg\" alt=\"\" title=\"whs_2011_desktop\" width=\"750\" height=\"563\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-65\" srcset=\"https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_desktop.jpg 750w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_desktop-150x112.jpg 150w, https:\/\/davescomputertips.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2011\/08\/whs_2011_desktop-400x300.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>There you have it! <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416443&amp;nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&amp;cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Software+-+Servers-_-Microsoft-_-32416443&amp;cm_sp=&amp;AID=10440897&amp;PID=2096278&amp;SID=\" target=\"_blank\">Microsoft Windows Home Server 2011<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.awltovhc.com\/image-2096278-10440897\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/> is available for $59 at the time of this post. If you have an unused PC lying around this would be a great use. For those without existing hardware please consider building your own! The functionality and usefulness of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.newegg.com\/Product\/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832416443&amp;nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&amp;cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-Software+-+Servers-_-Microsoft-_-32416443&amp;cm_sp=&amp;AID=10440897&amp;PID=2096278&amp;SID=\" target=\"_blank\">WHS 2011<\/a><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/www.awltovhc.com\/image-2096278-10440897\" alt=\"\" width=\"1\" height=\"1\" border=\"0\" \/> will save you a lot of hassle and provide some neat features to your home!<\/p>\n<div id=\"daves-41044325\" class=\"daves-after-content\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7205184075006101\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7205184075006101\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3225321574\" \ndata-ad-format=\"autorelaxed\" data-full-width-responsive=\"false\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In previous posts we&#8217;ve discussed items that one should put thought into before installing Windows Home Server 2011 along with the decisions I made prior to installing the server OS. 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