HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS OF WINDOWS SERVER

Minimum Hardware Requirements:

Processor (CPU):

• 1.4 GHz 64-bit processor or faster for single core.
• 1.3 GHz or faster dual-core processor for dual-core.

Memory (RAM):

• At least 2 GB of RAM for the 64-bit version.
• 512 MB of RAM for the Server Core installation option.

Hard Disk Space:

• 32 GB or more of available hard disk space for the installation.

Network Adapter:

• An Ethernet adapter capable of at least 1 Gbps for optimal performance.

Recommended Hardware Requirements:

Processor (CPU):

• Multi-core processors or processors with higher clock speeds for improved performance, especially for virtualization workloads.

Memory (RAM):

• 8 GB or more of RAM for better performance, especially if running multiple services or virtual machines.

Hard Disk Space:

• Additional disk space for applications, updates, and temporary files. Consider using faster storage options like SSDs for better I/O performance.

Network Adapter:

• Dual network adapters for redundancy and load balancing in critical server roles.

Notes:

• For virtualization scenarios, the host machine's hardware should meet the requirements of both Windows Server and the virtualization platform (e.g., Hyper-V).
• The requirements can significantly vary based on the server role and workload. For example, a file server might have different requirements than a database server or a web server.

It's important to check the official documentation for the specific version and edition of Windows Server you plan to install, as requirements can change between releases. Additionally, consider your organization's growth plans and workload requirements when determining the appropriate hardware configuration for your Windows Server deployment.