No Steps Description
1 Setup BIOS Configure date, time and OS type etc.
2 Setup array configuration Single HDD – Raid 0, Multiple HDD - Raid 5.
3 Install OS Windows 2000 Server SP4 and Windows 2003 Standard or Web edition has been approved for MU server.
4 Install service pack and hotfix Always apply the latest service pack and hotfix.
5 Install driver and vender software Regularly update the hardware driver and firmware.
6 Apply Local security policy You can use a pre-compiled INF file and then import it from the Local security policy console.
7 Apply the registry tweak Disable functions which can be a potential security hole. Ex) dontDisplayLastUserName, NoRecentDocsHistory
8 Disable unnecessary Windows Service You can use a pre-compiled REG file.
9 Setup time server Time synchronization across the MU system.
10 Add GSAuth IP in the hosts file Optional setting for game and FSGate server. You can locate the hosts file in “C:\WINDOWS\system32\drivers\etc” folder
11 Install utilities Win Commander for file management and system shutdown utility
12 Configure server environment n1 set best performance option in system advanced menu
n2 Allow remote desktop
n3 Set maximum terminal session to 2
n4 Use classic start menu
n5 Disable monitor power off
n6 Disable the screen saver
n7 Add event viewer, win commander and MU application shortcut into the quick start button
n8 Disable Microsoft network files and printer sharing on public network interface
n9 Use 800x600 resolutions with high Color option
