To install Windows 10 on a Dell PowerEdge R630 with 2x Intel Xeon E5-2690v4, you can follow these steps using IPMI/iDRAC access since you don't have physical access:
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Download the latest Windows 10 ISO file from the official Microsoft website.
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Connect to your server using IPMI/iDRAC. You can use a web browser or a dedicated IPMI/iDRAC client software.
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Once logged in, navigate to the BIOS settings.
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Enable UEFI support in the BIOS settings. Save and exit.
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Restart the server and enter the iDRAC boot menu by pressing
F12during boot-up. -
Select the USB drive containing the Windows 10 ISO file and boot from it.
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During the installation process, choose the custom installation option.
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Select the appropriate disk and partition it according to your needs.
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Install Windows 10 on the chosen partition.
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After the installation is complete, configure Windows 10 settings according to your requirements.
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