Initial System Setup I

Initial configuration and system preparation for the extended Hyper-V lab environment.

Step 1 DISM - Deployment Image Servicing and Management

Running DISM to check the system health and prepare the Windows image for Hyper-V installation. This ensures the operating system is in good condition before enabling virtualization features.

DISM command execution


Step 2 SFC - System File Checker

Running System File Checker to scan and repair any corrupted Windows system files. This step ensures system integrity before proceeding with the Hyper-V installation.

System File Checker scan


Step 3 System Reboot

Rebooting the system to apply changes and ensure all repairs are properly implemented before enabling Hyper-V features.

System reboot process


Step 4 Set PowerShell Execution Policy

Setting the Execution Policy in the PowerShell terminal to be able to install, import, and work with different modules.

PowerShell execution policy settings


Step 5 Verify PowerShell Execution Policy

Verifying the PowerShell execution policy has been properly configured to allow Hyper-V management scripts and cmdlets to run on the system.

PowerShell execution policy verification


Step 6 Using PowerShell to run Updates

Installing critical Windows updates to ensure the system has the latest security patches and Hyper-V improvements before deployment.
Windows Update completion

Continuing the update process to ensure all cumulative updates and security patches are installed on the system.

Windows Update continued installation

Finalizing the Windows update process and confirming the system is fully patched and ready for Hyper-V deployment.

Windows Update finalization
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