Essentials R2 Install on HP Microserver N54L stalls at Getting Devices Ready

[Dave 436]

You recall the N54L install failure due to the Ethernet port/driver on the Microserver N54L?  I've been staring at the "Getting Devices Ready" screen for over 30 minutes now.

 

That post is here:  http://homeservershow.com/forums/index.php?/topic/5734-anyone-successfully-install-server-2012-r2-essentials-on-a-microserver/

 

I re-enabled my onboard NIC and started the install via USB key.  Stuck.

 

I'm going to leave it running overnight. It's late and I can't see straight!

[ikon 439]

Just remember, when you look at it again in the morning, and still see it stuck, you didn't actually zone out and stare at it all night without realising it............... or did you?

[Dave 436]

Fixed!

 

http://homeservershow.com/forums/index.php?/topic/6158-windows-server-2012-essentials-r2-install-fix-for-hp-microserver-and-integrated-network-card/

[ikon 439]

Excellent news. Would be good if they fix it for the N40L too.