Chances are you have already heard or seen the word “server virtualization”. Virtualization lets you consolidate multiple servers and operating systems on to a single computer. A major benefit is that instead of using a dedicated server for every application and service you require, you can run the applications and services in virtual server instances on a single computer. This allows you to continue to isolate applications and services while making better use of existing hardware.

Virtual Server 2005 does not officially support Windows Server 2008. However, you can still install the application — without the administration Web site. By completing the steps below, you will get an installation of Virtual Server that you can manage using a remote installation of the Virtual Server Web Application:

1. Insert the Virtual Server CD-ROM to launch the Setup Wizard. The wizard can also be started manually using setup.exe.
2. Click through the wizard until you reach the Setup Type page.
3. Select Custom. Uncheck the options for Virtual Server Web Application. Click Next.
4. On the Configure Components page, either accept the default Website port of 1024 or type in a new port number. Click Next.
5. Click Enable Virtual Server exceptions in Windows Firewall if users will access the virtual server through Windows Firewall. Click Next.
6. Click Install.

Click Finish when the Setup Complete page appears.

[tags]windows server 2008, windows server[/tags]