Convert Windows Server GUI to Minimal Server Core: Step-by-Step Guide
In this comprehensive tutorial, you'll learn how to transform a GUI server into a minimal server using PowerShell. This process is essential for optimizing server performance, especially if you're working with limited RAM. We’ll walk through the steps of removing the graphical interface, managing your server through command line utilities, and even how to revert back to a GUI if needed. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced user, this guide will enhance your server management skills!
Timestamps
00:03 Introduction to the video
00:06 Overview of minimal server concept
00:30 Starting the conversion process
01:21 Removing GUI features from server
02:15 Restarting the server after changes
03:30 Managing your server post-conversion
05:09 Using 'sconfig' for server management
06:01 Accessing PowerShell for advanced tasks
08:05 Reinstalling the GUI if needed
10:10 Returning to the full graphical interface
10:44 Conclusion and final thoughts