Configuring Windows Server 2008 on a Virtual Machine

You can use the following steps to complete basic configuration of the Windows Server 2008 installation virtual machine that you created in the previous steps:

1. After changing the password, you’re automatically logged on. If you rebooted your system, you need to start it and log on with the Administrator account and the password you used.

2. Use the following steps to install the Virtual PC Integration Components. These enable features that make Virtual PC easier to use. For example, your mouse will no longer be captured within the window:

a. Select Tools Install Integration Components on the Virtual PC menu.

b. Review the information in the dialog box, and click Continue.

c. Click Start ...

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