Task Map for the Windows Server 2008 Installation

Use the following table to preview the installation process defined as a series of tasks. This table defines the required tasks, describes them, and provides pointers to the instructions for performing that task.

Step	Task	Description	Relevant Topic(s)
1	Review installation prerequisites	Verify that all applicable requirements are met for installing an operating system to a server.	Installation Prerequisites
2	Choose an installation method	Evaluate and select an installation method that meets the needs of your infrastructure.	Installation Methods
3	Ensure that the BIOS factory defaults are set	Verify that the factory default settings in the BIOS are set prior to performing the operating system installation.	Verifying BIOS Settings for New Installations
4	(Optional) Configure RAID Controller	Follow the instructions to implement RAID using the BIOS Setup utility.	Configuring RAID Controller in the BIOS Setup Utility
5	Perform the Windows 2008 OS installation	Follow the instructions in this topic to install the Windows 2008 operating system.	How to Install Windows Server 2008 Using Local or Remote Media How to Install Windows Server 2008 Using PXE Network
6	Install driver(s) and supplemental software post installation, if applicable	If necessary, install the updated platform-specific drivers and the server supplemental software.	Post Installation

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 Windows 2008 Product Documentation at: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2008/en/us/product-documentation.aspx

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