Microsoft Windows 11 Professional on Proxmox

Get hands-on with virtualization by installing Microsoft Windows 11 Professional inside your Proxmox home lab. This step-by-step tutorial guides you through creating the virtual machine, attaching installation media, configuring virtual hardware, and completing the Windows setup process from first boot to activation.

You’ll learn how to streamline ISO preparation, optimize storage and CPU settings for smooth performance, and bring your Windows 11 environment online quickly and cleanly—ready for whatever projects come next.

Perfect for: learners who want to master the fundamentals of VM creation and operating system installation in a real-world home lab environment.