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How do I create installation media for Windows Server 2012 R2?

Once you've downloaded the installation file (Windows Server 2012 R2 .iso), create a bootable USB drive (pendrive) to perform the installation.

Note: You will need a USB device with a minimum of 16 GB of memory.

The application you can use for this process is:

Rufus

  1. Download it for free here.
  2. Scroll down and download the most up-to-date version of Rufus in the Download section.
  3. Connect the USB and then open the Rufus program.
  4. Click on Select and find the Windows Server 2012 R2 .iso file you want to configure.
  5. Finally, click on Start and wait for the program to create the bootable USB drive.
    6. Note: A popup window called Customise Windows Installation will appear, select the Disable Data Collection option and wait for the program to create the bootable USB drive.
  6. Once the configuration is complete (progress bar showing Ready), click on Close and you'll be ready to install Windows Server 2012 R2.
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