Upgrading IBM x3650 with Windows Server 2022 Challenges

Hunky Joe successfully installed Windows Server 2022 on an old IBM x3650 but faced hardware compatibility issues.

### Installing Windows Server 2022 on an IBM x3650 Model 3
Hunky Joe is attempting to revive an old IBM x3650 model 3 server by installing **Windows Server 2022**. Despite the server's age, Joe is eager to see how well it performs with the **modern operating system**. The installation process is underway, with Joe planning to set up **RAID devices** and exploring the server's features once Windows is loaded.

### Installing Windows Server 2022 on an IBM Server
The author is installing Windows Server 2022 on a bare IBM server with a **300-gig SAS drive** and several **146-gig SAS drives**. The installation initially requires a **storage driver**, but after changing the RAID controller, Windows Server 2022 successfully recognizes the drives. The installation progresses smoothly, and the author is able to **set up a password and log in**, highlighting the **unexpected compatibility** of the modern OS with the **12-year-old server**.

### Setting Up a Windows Server
The underlying operating system of Windows changes little between versions, giving it an edge in **running on various hardware**. The server's power requirements depend on its roles, with **less power needed for basic tasks**. The setup process involves **configuring network adapters**, **setting an IP address**, **adjusting the time zone**, **renaming the server**, and **planning to join a domain**.

### Setting Up Remote Desktop and Video Card on IBM Server
The process involves **joining the server to the domain**, enabling **remote desktop**, and planning to **install a video card**. The server has **16 logical processors**, **50GB of RAM**, and a **300GB hard drive**. The user successfully **logs in remotely to the server** after the setup.

### Installing Hyper-V on Server 2022
The user is installing the Hyper-V service on an IBM X3650 running Server 2022, recalling previous issues with **Windows Server 2019**. After the installation, the server requires a reboot, leading to a **change in the IP address**. The user manually resets the IP address and gateway, successfully regaining remote access and confirming that **Hyper-V is now running**.

### Setting Up a Windows Server
The speaker is installing applications on a Windows server, including Chrome, Win FCP, Putty, Handbrake, and 7zip. They prefer using Windows for its **flexibility** and plan to run Linux if needed. The speaker is also configuring the taskbar, updating Windows, and addressing challenges with the IBM RAID controller by using an **LSI controller** to create **storage spaces** on the SAS drives.

### Troubleshooting a Video Card in a Server
The author is using an NVIDIA Quadro K2000 card in a server with limited power supply. The card's drivers did not work properly with Windows Server 2022, leading to a **lack of visibility in Task Manager and Handbrake**. After switching back to Windows Server 2019, the card was recognized, and Handbrake successfully used it for **video encoding**.

### Troubleshooting an IBM Server Crash
The IBM server has been **crashing consistently** since a specific incident, leading to suspicions of a **hardware issue**. The server is being put aside for now, with hopes of using a **spare system board for repair**. The video also encourages viewers to **support the channel through donations and subscriptions**.

### Reviving Old Hardware: Installing Windows Server 2022 on an IBM x3650 Model 3
* 👋 Greetings from Hunky Joe's Playhouse, where today we explore the concept of "**everything old is new again**" by attempting to install a **modern operating system** on an older IBM x3650 model 3 server.
* 💻 Although I'm more of a Dell enthusiast, I decided to put this IBM server to use, especially after previously experimenting with **VMware and multiple video cards**.
* 🖥 I aimed to install Windows Server 2022, having downloaded the evaluation version, while acknowledging that **VMware 7 would not run due to hardware limitations**.
* 🔧 After some initial challenges with the RAID adapter and drivers, I was pleasantly surprised when **Windows Server 2022 recognized the hard drives** and began the installation process **smoothly**.
* 🎉 "It's interesting that Microsoft is interested in... the underlying operating system changes very little from version to version," allowing **older hardware to run effectively with minimal issues**.
* 🔄 Following the installation, I encountered some difficulties with **network settings and the Hyper-V service**, which required **multiple reboots and adjustments** to maintain connectivity.
* 🛠 Ultimately, despite successfully loading Windows Server 2022, I faced complications when trying to **integrate a video card**, leading me to revert back to Windows Server 2019 for **better compatibility**.
* 📅 Unfortunately, the IBM server has been experiencing crashes, prompting me to set it aside for now, but I remain **hopeful for future repairs or upgrades to extend its life**.

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Server 2022 Install on the IBM X3650 Model 3

Server 2022 Install on the IBM X3650 Model 3