It has the ability to backup 10 computers and restore them if needed.
Using a personalized website address, it lets you securely download and upload your data files.
Boot from the WHS installation disc and kick off the install wizard.
Select your region and keyboard configs…
Now choose the drive(s) that are in the machine.
In this case there is only one, but if you have multiple drives, double-check they’re listed.
Accept the Microsoft EULA…
Finally it’s time to kick off the installation process.
The amount of time it takes to complete will vary between systems.
Count on the entire process taking a minimum of one hour and perhaps longer.
There is nothing needed from you while the install takes place.
The system will reboot several times and you’ll see different screens displayed while the process completes…
Finish InstallationWhen you get to the following Welcome screen, you’re almost done.
jot down in a password and password hint for the server.
Decide if you want to set up automatic updates or not…
Choose if you want to join the Customer Experience Improvement Program or not…
Choose if you want to turn on automatic Windows Error Reporting…
That’s all there is to it.
You don’t need to leave a keyboard, monitor, or mouse to the server.
During the process you’ll need to enter in the password you created for the server.
Decide if you want your rig to wake up if it’s in sleep mode to back it up…
In this instance we can see one of the machines on the web connection has its firewall turned off.
When you open up WHS Console, you’re prompted to log into the server.
We’ll be taking a closer look at the WHS Console in future articles.
Download UpdatesNow that installation is complete we need to add all the of the latest updates from Microsoft.
press Start \ All Programs then Windows Updates.
This will provide you with the latest server security updates and Power Pack updates as well.
Power Packs are updates that add new features and provide fixes to known issues for Windows Home Server.
ConclusionThis guide should get you started using your new Home Server.
There are several good reasons to have your own server at home, if you’re a power user.
