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Chapter 5
Chapter 5:
Server Installation
Learning Objectives
Chapter 5
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Make installation, hardware, and sitespecific preparations to install Windows
2000 Server
Install Windows 2000 Server using
different methods, including from a CDROM, from the installation disks, over a
network, unattended, and from another
operating system
Learning Objectives (continued)
Chapter 5
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Go through a Windows 2000 Server
installation step by step, and test the
installation
Upgrade a Windows NT server and
domain
Create an emergency repair disk
Troubleshooting Tip
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Obtain the latest device drivers before
you start the installation, such as those
for the NIC, HAL.dll (for SMP
computers), SCSI adapters, CD-ROM
drives, RAID arrays
Make Important Decisions
in Advance
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How to partition the disk or disks
What file system(s) to use
What to name the server
What password to use for the
Administrator account
What protocols to use
What licensing method to use
Whether to make the server a DC
Decide Whether to Set Up
a Dual Boot System
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Other systems that can reside on the
same server as Windows 2000 Server
include MS-DOS, Windows 3.x,
Windows 95, and Windows 98
Partitioning
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If you create FAT and NTFS partitions,
create the FAT partition before you start
(or leave an existing FAT partition if you
create a dual boot system)
Boot.ini File
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The Boot.ini file on the system partition
contains information about the location
of both operating systems in a dual boot
configuration
Sample Boot.ini File
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Figure 5-2 Boot.ini file
FAT Partitions
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Windows 2000 will format a 2 GB or
smaller partition as FAT16 and a
partition larger than 2 GB as FAT32
Server Naming
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Use a name that is easy to type
Make the name descriptive of the
server’s function or of the organization
Select a name that is easy to remember
and use
Make sure the name is not already used
on the network
Administrator Password
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Use a “strong” or difficult-to-guess password
for the critical Administrator account
Characteristics of a strong password:
 Over seven characters long
 Has a combination of letters, numbers, and
symbols
 Includes at least one symbol in characters
two through six
Protocol Selection
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Consider using the default TCP/IP setup
as a starting point and add other
protocols later as needed
Licensing Methods
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Per server licensing: A server software
license based on the maximum number
of clients that log on to the server at one
time
Per seat licensing: A server software
license that requires that there be
enough licenses for all network client
workstations
Initial Server Installation
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Standalone server: A server that is not a
member of a domain, but that is a member of an
existing workgroup or that establishes its own
workgroup, such as in peer-to-peer networking
Member server: A server that is a member of an
existing Windows 2000 domain, but that does
not function as a domain controller
 (Either
type of server can be later set up as a
domain controller)
Installation Options
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CD-ROM only
Floppy disk and CD-ROM
Network installation
Installation from an existing operating
system
Unattended installation
Installation Programs
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Use Winnt.exe from scratch (installation
disks or CD-ROM) and from computers
already booted from MS-DOS or
Windows 3.x
Use Winnt32.exe from computers
already booted from Windows 95/98,
Windows NT, or Windows 2000 (for an
upgrade)
Command-line Switches
for Winnt
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Switch
Purpose
/?
Lists the switches for Winnt
/a
Initiates the accessibility options for those who have visual, hearing, or movement disabilities
/e:command
Executes a command after the Windows portion of the setup, such as to start a program or
open the Control Panel
/i:initialization filename Specifies that you are using an initialization file other than the default, Dosnet.inf (this
initialization file shows where installation files are located)
/r:foldername
Creates an optional folder of files copied from the Windows 2000 Server CD-ROM (the
folder remains after the installation is completed)
/rx:folder
Creates an optional folder of files copied from the Windows 2000 Server CD-ROM (the
folder is deleted after the installation is completed)
Command-line Switches
for Winnt (continued)
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Switch
Purpose
/s:drive:\folder
Use a path for the installation files other than the current path
/s:\\ server\share\folder
/t:drive\folder
Copy the temporary files used by the installation to a specified location (otherwise they are
copied to the target drive of the installation)
/u:script file
Used in an unattended installation to specify the name of the script file containing installation
commands and should be used with the /s command
udf:id
Enables a uniqueness database file to be used with an unattended installation so that
particular information in the script can be changed, such as the name of the server (id
specifies the name of the database file, such as udf:install.dbf)
Command-line Switches
for Winnt32
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Switch
Purpose
/?
Lists the switches for Winnt32
/checkupgradeonly Creates only a report to tell you if the computer is compatible with Windows 2000 (the
report is called Upgrade.txt for computers running Windows 95/98 and Winnt32.log for
computers running Windows NT 3.51 or 4.0)
/cmd:command
Executes a command before the Windows portion of the setup is completed and just after
you have provided configuration information
/comdcons
Adds a Recovery Console option to the BOOT.INI file so that you can fix problems with
an installation
/copydir:folder
Creates a special subfolder in the final Winnt directory, usually implemented for
information specific to that installation, such as to store specialized drivers for use only
during the installation (the folder is deleted after the installation is completed)
Command-line Switches
for Winnt32 (continued)
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Switch
Purpose
/copysource:folder
Creates a special subfolder in the final Winnt directory, usually implemented for information
specific to that installation, such as to store specialized drivers for use during the installation or
to store for later use (the folder is retained after the installation is completed)
/debug level:file
Creates a file to help you debug installation problems, on the basis of the level you specify
(Winnt32.log is the default if no file is specified; levels are 0=major errors, 1=errors,
2=warnings, 3=information, 4=detailed information)
/m:folder
Enables you install files from the default installation folders on the CD-ROM and from a folder
you specify with the /m command – if the installation finds two files of the same name, it uses
the file in the folder specified by /m
/makelocalsource
Copies the CD-ROM source files to the same disk that is designated for the Winnt folder
(enabling you to later install additional services or components from your local hard disk)
Command-line Switches
for Winnt32 (continued)
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Switch
Purpose
/noreboot
Does not automatically reboot after files are copied to the hard disk, enabling you to
run a command in the interim such as to check the dates on driver files for the most
current versions
/s:drive:\folder
Uses a path for the installation files other than the current path – also enables you to
/s:\\ server\share\folder
copy files from two or more sources by specifying multiple /s commands
/syspart:drive
Enables you to copy the files used by setup to a hard drive, remove the hard drive, and
install it in another computer (can be used by computer manufacturers who install the
first phase, but leave the second phase of the installation to the purchaser to specify
parameters unique to her or his site like the server name; must be used with /tempdrive)
Command-line Switches
for Winnt32 (continued)
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Switch
Purpose
/tempdrive:drive
Temporary files and the final Windows 2000 system files are copied to the drive
specified, such as to drive D: in /tempdrive:D
/unattend
Enables you to upgrade a version of Windows 2000 to a later version, using the
parameters already in place for your current version
/unattend [seconds]:script file
Used in an unattended installation to specify the name of the script file containing
installation commands (the seconds parameter is used to create an interval between
when the setup files are copied and the computer reboots so you can interrupt to
enter a command)
udf:id
Enables a uniqueness database file to be used with an unattended installation so
that particular information in the script can be changed, such as the name of the
server (id specifies the name of the database file, such as udf:install.dbf)
CD-ROM Installation
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Set the computer’s BIOS to boot first
from CD-ROM
Insert the Windows 2000 Server CDROM
Turn the computer off and then back on
(you may need to press Enter to boot
from CD-ROM)
After Winnt.exe starts, follow the
instructions on the screen
Floppy Disk and
CD-ROM Installation
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Set the BIOS to boot first from drive A:
Power off the computer
Insert Setup Disk #1 and the CD-ROM
Turn on the computer, booting from the
Setup Disk #1
After Winnt.exe starts, insert Setup Disk
#2 and follow the on-screen instructions
Making Copies of the Setup Disk
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Format 4 floppy disks
Insert the Windows 2000 Server CDROM
Click Start and then click Run
Enter the drive letter of the CD-ROM
and the path \bootdisk\makebt32.exe
Click OK
Follow the on-screen instructions
Network Installation
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Copy the installation files from the Windows
2000 Server CD-ROM which are in the folder
\I386
Share the host’s folder and set appropriate
permissions
Map the host’s shared folder from the target
server computer
Run Winnt.exe or Winnt32.exe from the
shared folder
Follow the on-screen instructions
Installation from an Existing
Operating System
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Boot the computer to use its existing
operating system
Insert the Windows 2000 Server CDROM
Click Start, click Run, enter the drive
letter of the CD-ROM and the path to
the Winnt.exe or Winnt32.exe file, such
as \I386\winnt32 plus any switches
Follow the on-screen instructions
Installation Tip
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If you install Windows 2000 from MSDOS, you can reduce the installation
time from several hours to under an
hour if you start the SMARTDRIVE
utility before running Winnt.exe
Unattended Installation
Over the Network
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Create an answer file using Setup
Manager or Notepad
Use the /s and /u (or /unattend) switches
to specify the location of the installation
files and of the answer file such as:
 Winnt32
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/s:\\mainserver\I386 /unattend:unattend.txt
Use a uniqueness database and the
/UDF switch to further customize the
unattended installation
Unattended Installation
via CD-ROM
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An alternative to a unattended network
installation is to create an answer file to
use along with booting via the CD-ROM,
but name the file, Winnt.sif
Creating Duplicate
Unattended Installations
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Use Sysprep.exe to clone computers that
have the same hardware configuration
Use Syspart.exe to clone computers that
have different hardware configurations
Installation Troubleshooting Tip
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If Setup starts, but does not find mass
storage, restart the installation, press F6
as soon as possible and load the
manufacturer’s driver (such as for a SCSI
adapter)
If Setup does not start because you are
using an SMP computer, restart the
installation, press F5, and provide the
computer manufacturer’s Hal.dll
Installation Part 1
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When the Windows Setup starts, it
inspects the computer hardware and
loads drivers and then presents a
screen on which to press Enter to start
the installation
Installation Part 1
(continued)
Chapter 5
Figure 5-3 Beginning setup options
Installation Part 1
(continued)
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Read the licensing agreement and
press F8
Select the partitioned or unpartitioned
disk space on which to install Windows
2000
Installation Part 1
(continued)
Chapter 5
Figure 5-4
Detecting
partitions
Installation Part 1
(continued)
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Select the file system to use, FAT or
NTFS
Setup automatically checks the disks,
copies files, and reboots into the
graphical mode
Installation Part 2
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Setup gathers and verifies information
about the computer, such as the
keyboard and pointing device
Setup next enables you to configure
regional and keyboard settings, such as
the language that you use
Installation Part 2
(continued)
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Enter your name and the name of your
organization
Enter the product key which is obtained
from the back of the Windows 2000
Server CD-ROM jewel case
Installation Part 2
(continued)
Chapter 5
Figure 5-5 Name and organization information
Installation Part 2
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Select the licensing mode
Enter the name of the server and the
Administrator account’s password
Select the Windows 2000 components
to install
Installation Part 2
(continued)
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Figure 5-6 Windows 2000 components
Installation Part 2
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If there is an installed modem, provide the
Modem Dialing information
Verify the date and time
Select the network configuration option,
such as Typical settings in order to install
TCP/IP
Specify whether the computer will start off
in a workgroup or domain (if in a domain,
provide the account and password)
Installation Part 2
(continued)
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Wait for Setup to install components and
files and then click Finish
Installation Part 2
(continued)
Chapter 5
Figure 5-7 Installing components
Log On and Test the Server
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Press Ctrl+Alt+Del, enter Administrator as
the account name, and enter the
Administrator password you specified
during the installation
Look for the Windows 2000 Configure Your
Server dialog box, which provides one
method for continuing to configure the
server
Configure Your Server Tool
Chapter 5
Figure 5-8 Configuration dialog box
Testing the Desktop Icons
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Test the desktop icons and other
preliminary functions of the server
Desktop
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Figure 5-9 Windows 2000 Desktop
Upgrading a Windows NT 4.0
Server and Domain
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Coordinate a time for the upgrade
Backup each server that will be
upgraded
Upgrade the PDC first
Upgrade the BDCs one at a time
Upgrade using Winnt32
Upgrading a Windows NT 4.0
Server and Domain (continued)
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Select the Upgrade to Windows 2000
(recommend) option
Follow the directions in the Windows
2000 Setup
Upgrading a Windows NT 4.0
Server and Domain (continued)
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Figure 5-10 Selecting the upgrade option
Upgrading a Windows NT 4.0
Server and Domain (continued)
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When the Active Directory Wizard starts,
specify if you want to join an existing
domain tree or forest, or start a new one
Establish the appropriate default domain
and other group policies
Convert the domain to native mode after
the last BDC is upgraded and there are
no more Windows NT servers
Troubleshooting Tip
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Create an emergency repair disk for
each newly installed or upgraded server
Update the emergency repair disk every
time you implement an important
change on a server, such as after
installing new hardware, drivers, and
software
Troubleshooting
Installation Problems
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The first step is to avoid problems
through your advanced preparations
 Purchase
components listed on the HCL
 Test all hardware before you start the
installation
 Run the computer’s diagnostics before
starting
 Run a comprehensive test of the hard disk
before starting
Troubleshooting a Windows 2000
Server Setup
Chapter 5
Problem Description
Solution Steps
Installation fails when
Make sure you have previously created an account in the domain
connecting to the domain
and provided the right domain name. Also, make sure the computer
controller
is connected to the network, that the domain controller and DNS
server are working, and that you are using the right protocol.
Troubleshooting a Windows 2000
Server Setup (continued)
Chapter 5
Problem Description
Solution Steps
A problem is reported with
Restart the installation and press F5 as soon as possible to load the
HAL.DLL or you see a stop
HAL.DLL from a floppy disk.
message 0x000000A
Irql_Not_Less_Or_Equal.
The installation fails when
Go back to configure network settings. Make sure you have
installing the network
installed a protocol that is appropriate for your network and that
components.
you have provided all the information needed to set up the protocol.
Check the network interface card to ensure it is working. Reseat or
replace the card and start Setup again. Use the diagnostic software
provided with the card to test for problems. If this does not work,
try a card from a different manufacturer, in case there is a hardware
incompatibility.
Troubleshooting a Windows 2000
Server Setup (continued)
Chapter 5
Problem Description
Solution Steps
A problem is reported with
The BOOT.INI file needs to be changed to indicate where to find
NTOSKRNL.EXE or in
Windows 2000 (if other than on the primary system drive) or
finding NTLDR.
NTLDR is not on the drive used to boot (called the system drive).
A device driver is not
Obtain the most recent driver from the manufacturer.
available in Setup for a given
component, such as a NIC,
sound card, video card, or
other adapter.
A STOP message appears
Start the installation again. If the STOP message appears a second
during the installation.
time, record the message and consult a Microsoft technician.
Computer locks up
Check the IRQ and I/O settings for conflicts among hardware
components and cards (check the NIC and any specialized cards in
particular).
Service Packs
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Check Microsoft’s Web site for the latest
information about service packs and the
option to download them
For more control, install service packs
using the Update command
Windows Service Pack
Update Switches
Chapter 5
Switch
Purpose
-f
Close all programs when the operating system shuts down prior to
rebooting
-n
Disable the backup of old files used to uninstall the service pack
-o
Automatically copy new files over the old OEM files
-q
Install using the quiet mode so that the user does not have to respond to
prompts during the installation
-u
Install using the unattended mode
/?
List the available switches
Uninstalling
Windows 2000 Server
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Backup the server files
Use the disk management utilities in the
new operating system to delete the
Windows 2000 partition, re-partition the
drive, and format it (or start a Windows
2000 installation and delete the partition
via Windows 2000 Setup)
Install the new operating system
Chapter Summary
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Before you install Windows 2000
Server, make sure the computer’s
components are on the HCL
Make decisions in advance about how
to complete the installation options,
such as how to partition the disk and
what file system to use
Chapter Summary
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Use the appropriate installation option,
such as installing from CD-ROM, from
the installation diskettes, over the
network, from another operating system,
or unattended
Make an emergency repair disk after
you finish the installation