Customize and Deploy Windows Server Essentials in Windows 10
OEMs can customize and deploy Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview Essentials before the server is shipped to a customer. Use the Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (Windows ADK) and the information in the following topics to customize and deploy Windows Server Essentials. Windows Server Essentials Experience is a server role in Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview. You can download the Windows ADK from the Microsoft Download Center.
Hardware requirements for Windows Server Essentials
Actual requirements will vary based on your system configuration and the applications and features you choose to install. Processor performance depends not only on the clock frequency of the processor, but also on the number of cores and the size of the processor cache. Storage space requirements for the system partition are approximate. Additional available storage space may be required if you are installing over a network.
| Component | Minimum | Recommended* | Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|
CPU socket |
1.4 GHz (64-bit processor) or faster for single core 1.3 GHz (64-bit processor) or faster for multi-core |
3.1 GHz (64-bit processor) or faster multi-core |
2 sockets |
Memory (RAM) |
2 GB 4GB if you deploy Server Essentials as a Virtual Machine |
16 GB |
64 GB |
Hard disks and available storage space |
160 GB hard disk with a 60 GB system partition |
No limit |
*The recommended hardware requirements support maximum user and device limits.
Additional hardware and software requirements
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
Network adapter |
Gigabit Ethernet adapter (10/100/1000baseT PHY/MAC) |
Internet |
Some functionality may require Internet access (fees may apply) or a Microsoft Account |
Supported Client Operating Systems |
Note
Some features require professional or higher editions. 1 GB of available hard drive space (a portion of this disk will be freed after installation) |
Router |
A router or firewall that supports IPv4 NAT or IPv6 |
Additional requirements |
DVD-ROM drive |
For more information about the hardware requirements, see the Windows Hardware Certification Requirements.
All server hardware should meet the requirements established in the Windows Hardware Certification Kit (HCK). For more information, see Windows Hardware Certification Kit (HCK).
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