Introduction 

For improved performance and ease of use Windows, it is recommended that you install VirtIO drivers for your VPS. This tutorial will walk you through the install process for Windows on the your VPS, using VirtIO drivers for the best performance possible. 

Prerequisites

VPS Hosting:

Verify that your hosting provider supports custom ISO installations by consulting their documentation or platform features such as Virtualizor or SolusVM.

Windows 10 ISO File:

Obtain the official ISO directly from Microsoft via the Windows 10 Download page.

Select “Download Tool Now” and use the utility to create an ISO image.

VNC Viewer:

Install a VNC client on your computer. Recommended options include:

• ◆ TightVNC
• ◆ RealVNC
• ◆ TigerVNC

VPS Minimum Requirements:

• ◈ CPU: Minimum of 2 cores
• ◈ RAM: 4 GB or more
• ◈ Storage: At least 30 GB of disk space

General Installation Procedure

• ◉ Create an ISO of the Windows version you want (the Microsoft site has them all).
• ◉ Download the image and attach it to the server.
• ◉ Reboot the server and immediately connect via VNC. Important: connect swiftly to press any key when prompted, preventing the server from booting into the existing system instead of the ISO image.
• ◉ Proceed with the standard installation of the operating system. During setup, you will need to load the disk driver; after installation, install any remaining drivers and configure the network.

Windows 10 - During Installation

At the disk selection stage, install the necessary disk driver:

• ✦ In the drive selection window, click Load Driver.
• ✦ In the Load Driver dialog, click OK.
• ✦ From the list, select Red Hat VirtIO SCSI pass-through controller (E:\i386\w10\vioscsi.inf) and click Next.
• ✦ Continue with the standard installation process.

At the network connection stage, select I don’t have internet, then proceed with Continue with limited setup.

After Installation

Install the missing drivers:

• ◉ Right-click the Start button, and click Device Manager. Network adapter driver should be installed as follows:
• ◉ Right-click Ethernet Controller and select Update Driver.
• ◉ Choose Browse my computer for drivers.
• ◉ Select the connected driver disk and click Next.
• ◉ Repeat these steps for the devices labeled Simple Communications PCI Controller and PCI Device.

Set up the network:

• ◆ Click on Settings, then Network and Internet, and Change adapter options.
• ◆ Locate and right click on the network device. Choose Properties.
• ◆ Click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4), and then click Properties.
• ◆ Select Use the following IP address, Use the following DNS server addresses and input details taken from the IP Address tab in your VPS section.
• ◆ Check your network connection

Common troubleshooting methods

• ➛ ISO Fails to Boot:

Ensure that the ISO is set as the primary boot device within the VPS control panel.

• ➛ VNC Connection Issues:

Confirm that the VNC port is open on the firewall.

✦ sudo ufw allow 5900/tcp

✦ sudo ufw reload

• ➛ Slow Installation Performance:

Make sure that the VPS you are choosing has sufficient RAM and CPU.

Conclude: So here you have done good job with install Windows on a VPS and put in VirtIO drivers. This way help both fit and speed, making your Windows setup work easy and fast inside the virtual place.

FAQ:

• ◆ Can I Use a VPS as RDP?

Yes you can use RDP to link to your Windows VPS. This setup makes it able to run Windows programs, run a database or operate programs that only function in Windows.

• ◆ How Do I Connect to Windows VPS?

The steps to remotely connect to your Windows VPS is as follows:

• ✓ Step 1: Access the Remote Desktop Connection application. Click the Start menu on your computer and type “Remote Desktop Connection” in the Search field.
• ✓ Step 2: Input your VPS IP address.
• ✓ Step 3: Connect to your VPS.
• ✓ Step 4: Access. To get full access by logging in with admin account.

• ◆ Which Is Better: VPS or RDP?

If your goal is to host websites, a VPS is the preferable choice. If you want someone to a shared server with no admin rights, RDP is better. Combining VPS and RDP might be beneficial for smooth hosting services.

• ◆ Is Windows VPS Secure?

Your Windows VPS is vulnerable to Viruses, Malware, Spyware, Adware and other security threats. You can protect your server by turning on Windows Security Essentials and Windows Firewall to get your server under full-time protection.

• ◆ Where Can I Get a Windows ISO? 

We do not distribute Windows installation files nor provide referrals to third-party distributors.

• ◆ How long will it take for my Windows VPS to be delivered?

Virtually no time at all. Upon confirmation of your payment, your Windows VPS is activated instantly. You will receive an automated email with all the necessary details to connect to your server.

• ◆ Which versions of Windows OS does ForexBox provide?

Support for Windows Server 2012 R2,2016,2019,2022.