cloning windows server 2016

Assertion
Junior Member

11-01-2016, 11:25 PM

Someone has information on the most effective method to clone a Windows Server 2016 OS for personal use instead of a business setup, avoiding expensive licenses. It's often used as a home server for storage, media, and gaming purposes.

Assertion

11-01-2016, 11:25 PM #1

Zyklodanic
Junior Member

11-02-2016, 01:06 AM

You can manage SMB, Plex and run game servers from Windows 10. The server isn't required at all. Obtain an affordable 10 Pro key.

Zyklodanic

11-02-2016, 01:06 AM #2

You can manage SMB, Plex and run game servers from Windows 10. The server isn't required at all. Obtain an affordable 10 Pro key.

rosh
Junior Member

11-05-2016, 12:47 AM

You can duplicate it, though the license won't be copied—it's linked to the physical device. When you clone Windows, make sure to use sysprep.

rosh

11-05-2016, 12:47 AM #3

You can duplicate it, though the license won't be copied—it's linked to the physical device. When you clone Windows, make sure to use sysprep.

Foxson
Member

155

11-12-2016, 09:23 PM

You're just moving to larger drives, but the 120GB SSDs are still quite limited now. Would your license remain valid?

Foxson

11-12-2016, 09:23 PM #4

You're just moving to larger drives, but the 120GB SSDs are still quite limited now. Would your license remain valid?

HelloItsChloe
Junior Member

11-15-2016, 07:04 AM

The license should work fine. I can clone using some Dd tools, but you're welcome to use programs like Macrum Reflect too. Consider shifting to VMs, which simplifies management.

HelloItsChloe

11-15-2016, 07:04 AM #5

The license should work fine. I can clone using some Dd tools, but you're welcome to use programs like Macrum Reflect too. Consider shifting to VMs, which simplifies management.