Install Windows Server 2019 DataCenter to Parallels Desktop for Mac

I have some errands to run, so install Windows Server 2019 DataCenter in Parallels Desktop.

Requirements

Download Windows Server

Download Windows Server 2019 from https://my.visualstudio.com.

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Click Windows Server 2019.

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Sort by release date, and click Download button.

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Install Windows Server

Install Windows Server to Parallels Desktop.

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If you wish GUI, select Windows Server 2019 DataCenter (Desktop Experience).

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Select Productivity.

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Turn on Customize settings before installation.

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Write note in Description.

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Make an adjustment of Memory.

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Check summary.

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Wait a few minutes to complete the installation.

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Exec Windows Update

Run Windows Update after finished OS installation.

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Event Viewer

Server Manager provide Tools menu that contain Event Viewer and more.

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