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Trying to install Win Server 2012 R2 64bits on Esxi 6.0 U2 on a Lenovo TD350

Hi, hope someone will be able to help me.

I got a Lenovo Server TD350 (70DG).

I've installed Hypervisor Esxi 6.0 U2 and configured it.

I've created a VM choosing Win Server 2012 R2 64 bits.

Trying to install Windows Server 2012 R2 64 bits.

Tried from different source. I've made an ISO from the CD Lenovo sent with the server.

Sent it in the Datastore, made the DVD point to this ISO. Got an error message saying

"Please check with your computer manufacturer to resolve any issues you are having with this computer.

These tools are for use only on x86 server hardware manufactured by Lenovo. Since this system is not

recognized as a valid system, the installation can continue. Please click OK to shutdown."

Next. Ive tried with another windows ISO. Not a Lenovo one. Got a blue screen when trying to install it.

Anybody got a solution for me ? Because I'm browsing the web for a solution and cannot find anything

relevant to solve my problem. I have to install the server at my customer office as soon as it is fixed.

Hoping somebody will be able to help me.

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We found on the microsoft website that the "Essentials" version I got it is not virtualization compatible.

So we will be buying the R2 Standar and all should be ok.

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We found on the microsoft website that the "Essentials" version I got it is not virtualization compatible.

So we will be buying the R2 Standar and all should be ok.

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