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Windows Server is a family of server operating systems by Microsoft. While Windows NT 3.1 to 2000 had server editions, Windows Server 2003 was the first to be released under a separate brand name from its client counterpart.
Windows Server 2003 and 2003 R2
Windows Server 2003 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2003. It is considered the server counterpart of Windows XP, although it introduces additional kernel improvements. It does not have a default wallpaper, although it does have a branding wallpaper, which is similar to XP’s but features a grey background and uses the Server 2003 wordmark instead. The rest of the wallpapers are the same as XP’s.
Windows XP 64-bit Edition Version 2003 and Professional x64 Edition use the same codebase as Server 2003, but are branded as XP and thus feature the same wallpapers, meaning Bliss is the default wallpaper like with other editions; as such, the wallpapers of these versions are not listed here.
In 2005, Microsoft released a slightly updated version of Server 2003 titled Windows Server 2003 R2. The branding wallpaper is otherwise identical, save for the wordmark adding «R2» at the end to reflect the version; despite the wordmark on the box art using the Segoe UI font and the «R2» being orange, the previous font Franklin Gothic is used instead and «R2» is in white. The following year, Microsoft released Windows Unified Data Storage Server 2003. While most other versions of Server 2003 feature the same wallpaper, this has a watermark specific to this version. The wordmark uses Segoe UI, which was becoming increasingly common in Microsoft products at the time.
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Windows Server 2003
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Windows Server 2003 R2
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Windows Unified Data Storage Server 2003
Windows Home Server
Windows Home Server is a home-oriented version of Windows Small Business Server 2003 released in 2007. It features a completely different branding wallpaper that resembles the aurora design present in areas of Windows Vista; unlike in Server 2003, this is set as the default wallpaper. As it was released after Vista, the Windows logo is the newer one used from 2006 to 2011, while the wordmark is in Segoe UI. According to Charlie Kindel, Kýnan Antos «drew all the assets», meaning he would have designed the wallpaper as well as other graphics used in Home Server.
A version of the wallpaper without the branding watermark is used in the setup, Out-of-Box Experience (OOBE) and console window. In 2021, Antos posted a high resolution version of the aforementioned variant.[1]
Like with Vista, Home Server utilizes Windows PE 2.0 as its preinstallation environment, so its background can be seen during the early stages of setup. Said background is based on a portion of the logon background of Vista builds 5270 to 5342.
Windows Server 2008
Desktop wallpaper
Windows Server 2008 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2008. It is the server counterpart of Windows Vista. Like Server 2003 and earlier versions, it does not have a default wallpaper, although it features a grey aurora branding wallpaper designed by Frank Bisono titled server. Oddly it is at 800×600, unlike Vista’s wallpapers which are mostly at 1920×1440. The wordmark and logo are placed in roughly the same spot as Server 2003’s wallpaper. Unlike Server 2003, it does not include any wallpapers from its client counterpart, likely to save storage space.
Logon background
The logon background is simply #1D5F7A
, the same background color as Windows Vista Starter’s logon background.
Setup backgrounds
Both the preinstallation environment and the installation process uses the same background as Windows Vista Service Packs 1 and 2 but grayscaled. The background used for the initial setup window is based on a portion of the desktop background but darker.
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The background used in the setup window.
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The setup background.
User picture
The user picture despicts from an user icon presumably created by Iconfactory on a gray background.
Essential Business Server 2008
Windows Essential Business Server 2008, codenamed Centro, is a version of Server 2008 intended for mid-sized business. It features a wallpaper with four variations: one for the management server, one for the security server, one for the messaging server and one that is used during the setup. Unlike regular versions of Server 2008, these are set as the default wallpaper, and it is darker in appearance than the regular Server 2008 branding wallpaper, which is still included in the operating system.
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The management server wallpaper.
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The security server wallpaper.
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The messaging server wallpaper.
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The setup background.
Windows Server 2008 R2
Desktop wallpaper
Windows Server 2008 R2 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2009. It is the server counterpart of Windows 7. Its branding wallpaper is similar to that of Server 2008, although this time it is widescreen and the logo is smaller. Microsoft would go on to release Windows Home Server 2011 in 2011, a home-oriented version. While it features a different background color, the branding wallpaper is identical to Server 2008 R2’s.
Logon background
The logon background is basically a darker version of the branding desktop wallpaper, although it does not include the logo and wordmark.
Setup backgrounds
The background in the initial setup window remains the same as Windows Server 2008, although here it is also used for both the preinstallation environment and the installation process.
User picture
The user picture is the same as in Windows Server 2008.
Windows Server 2012 and 2012 R2
Desktop wallpaper
Windows Server 2012 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2012. It is the server counterpart of Windows 8. It features a very minimalistic branding wallpaper, which is simply dark grey with a small white Server 2012 logo and wordmark on the bottom right corner. It is the first server version since Home Server to have the branding wallpaper set as the default wallpaper. The following year, Microsoft released Windows Server 2012 R2, the server counterpart of Windows 8.1. Its branding wallpaper is very similar, except featuring an even darker gray and the wordmark reflects it being Server 2012 R2.
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Windows Server 2012
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Windows Server 2012 R2
Lock screen wallpaper
Both Windows Server 2012 and Server 2012 R2 come with Windows 8 and 8.1 lock screen wallpaper images respectively, except for the default image img0.jpg
, which is replaced by simple 1920×1200 image that fully consists of #404040
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Setup background
The setup background in both Server 2012 and Server 2012 R2 is a simple 1024×768 image that consists of #001940
, similar to their default accent colour. The image itself can be found in the /sources/
folder inside the Server 2012 or Server 2012 R2 setup DVD image.
Windows Server 2016 and 2019
Windows Server 2016 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2016. It is the server counterpart of Windows 10 version 1607. It features the same default wallpaper as 10 versions 1507 to 1809. It is the first server version since Server 2003 to include the same set of wallpapers as the client counterpart, as Server 2008 to 2012 R2 did not include any wallpapers from their client counterparts. This would persist up through Windows Server 2019, the server counterpart of Windows 10 version 1809.
Technical Preview
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This wallpaper as used in build 9841
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This wallpaper as used in build 9926 to 10074
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This wallpaper in build 10514 (unused)
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This wallpaper as used in build 10586
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This wallpaper in build 14300 (unused)
Windows Server 2022
Windows Server 2022 is a server operating system released by Microsoft in 2021, based on the Iron codebase. It features the same default wallpaper as Windows 10 versions 1903 to the latest available build, and like with Server 2016 and 2019 the other wallpapers remain unchanged.
Windows Server vNext
Server builds in the vNext development semester feature the same set of wallpapers as Windows 11, of which it is the server counterpart of.
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Default wallpaper of the light theme
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Default wallpaper of the dark theme
References
- ↑ https://web.archive.org/web/20210907191944/https://twitter.com/prsymatic/status/1435317646346522628
What is a desktop wallpaper? When you boot your computer, there is an initial screen that comes up, in which your folders, documents, and software shortcuts are placed. The background of this screen can be a single colour, multiple colours, or some other graphical representations. A desktop wallpaper is highly customizable, and you can give yours a personal touch by adding your images (including your photos from a camera) or download beautiful pictures from the internet. What you need to know is that these images that you add will neither increase nor decrease the speed of your computer.
What is the use of a desktop wallpaper? Well, adding a wallpaper to your desktop is not mandatory. In fact, you can decide to use a dark colour, and life will move on as usual. However, this element comes with a sense of beauty. They add glamor to your computer and make it look aesthetically appealing and highly presentable. Sometimes, people display their feelings through the use of desktop wallpapers. Interesting, huh? You can add an image that shows how you feel or one that means something to you. Adding a quote will act as a reminder of what inspires you in your day-to-day life. That said, desktop wallpapers cannot be ignored, they mean different things to different people.
Can I design desktop wallpapers? Yes, you can! You do not need to be a graphic designer for you to do this. All you need to do is to know how to save images as wallpapers, and there you go! You will have a wallpaper that suits your needs and preferences.
How do I make an image my desktop wallpaper? You can do this by following a simple process: 1. Select a photograph from your collection. 2. Right-click the image and select the option to set it as your background. Once you are done, you can play around with an array of 3D, screen resolution, and tiling options available, and choose one that befits you.
What is 4K?
4K resolution is 2160 pixels tall and 3840 pixels wide, but someone decided that “4K” sounds better than
“3850K” so there you go. It’s a happy new era for photographers, gamers and those of us who spend our
days working in visual arts like wallpaper. We’re very enthusiastic about our 4K collections and will be
constantly expanding them like collection of landscape
backgrounds. However, if you don’t yet have a corresponding monitor and you want one of our 4K
wallpapers, go ahead and try it; it will probably look amazing on your desktop.
What does Full HD mean?
Full HD is the next step in sharpness after HD, cramming even more pixels into the given space at 1920
wide by 1080 tall. Why do pixels matter? Pixel density becomes more of an issue when you’re wanting a
bigger display. A snapshot that looks amazing on your phone screen, for example, may begin to look fuzzy
and degraded if you try to make a poster-sized print of it. But the truth is that we’re living in an era
of unprecedented sharpness, so don’t feel that you’re missing out or left behind if you don’t have the
latest and greatest monitor.
What’s the difference between 4K and HD?
This question can usually be reworded to “which is better, 4K or HD?” and the answer is 4K. While
there’s nothing wrong with HD, if you’re looking for the sharpest, most pixel-packed image, 4K is the
path. If you need the numbers, an HD image is 1280 pixels wide and 720 pixels high, while a 4K image is,
of course, getting closer to four thousand pixels on the wide side at 3840 x 2160. The good news: in
terms of our wallpapers, they’re all beautiful, sharp and
waiting to enhance your screens, so don’t let the lack of a 4K monitor in your life stop you from trying
them out.
What is 8K?
8K resolution gives you around twice the number of pixels as 4K: 7680 pixels wide by 4320 tall. However,
in the absence of 8K content, an 8K monitor is just a 4K monitor that took a bigger chunk out of your
budget, speaking of numbers. We find that 4K more than fits most people’s sharpness needs, although that
may change as more 8K content arrives.
Is it possible to install desktop wallpapers on a phone?
Yes, it is! That said, we have so many gorgeous wallpapers in our Phone collections that you probably
won’t need to venture into the desktop collections to spiff up your phone’s screen. However, if you have
found an exquisite desktop wallpaper that’s calling your name, go ahead and install it. What will happen
is that the outer edges will be cropped out. But there’s always a part of the installation process where
you can move the image around to your liking, so you should be able to make it sparkle and shine on your
phone screen even if it was originally intended for a desktop.
On this site page, you will find a collection of 28 high-resolution wallpapers featuring different themes related to Windows Server 2008. These captivating wallpapers can easily be downloaded to personalize and enhance the visual aesthetics of your desktop background. Choose from a variety of stunning designs that showcase the essence of Windows Server 2008.
Windows Server Wallpapers — Wallpaper Cave
Image Size: 1680×1050 px / #196851 / File Type: PNG
Windows Server 2012 Default Wallpaper by alexstrand7 on DeviantArt
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196852 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server Wallpapers — Wallpaper Cave
Image Size: 1600×1000 px / #196853 / File Type: PNG
Windows Server 2008 R2 Wallpaper — Desktop Backgrounds
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196854 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server Wallpapers — Wallpaper Cave
Image Size: 1600×1000 px / #196855 / File Type: PNG
Windows Server Wallpapers — Wallpaper Cave
Image Size: 1024×578 px / #196856 / File Type: PNG
Windows Server Wallpaper Wallpapers Records
Image Size: 1280×960 px / #196857 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2012 Wallpaper Collection Windows Server 2012
Image Size: 1600×1000 px / #196858 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2008 R2 Wallpaper — Desktop Backgrounds
Image Size: 1680×1007 px / #196859 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2008 Unleashed IT 24 7 Robot HD desktop wallpaper
Image Size: 1280×768 px / #196860 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2003, 1920×1080 HD Wallpaper and FREE Stock Photo
Image Size: 1920×1080 px / #196861 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2012 by Nickmix01 on DeviantArt
Image Size: 900×563 px / #196862 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2008 Wallpapers — Wallpaper Cave
Image Size: 1440×900 px / #196863 / File Type: PNG
Download Windows Media Center, Silverlight, SQL Server and Desktop
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196864 / File Type: JPG
WallpapersWide.com Windows HD Desktop Wallpapers for Widescreen
Image Size: 1366×768 px / #196865 / File Type: JPG
WallpapersWide.com Windows Server HD Desktop Wallpapers for
Image Size: 1280×800 px / #196866 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2008 Unleashed IT 24 7 Robot HD desktop wallpaper
Image Size: 1280×768 px / #196867 / File Type: JPG
Configuring a Static Non Active Desktop Wallpaper on a Windows
Image Size: 800×600 px / #196868 / File Type: JPG
WallpapersWide.com Windows Server HD Desktop Wallpapers for
Image Size: 1280×800 px / #196869 / File Type: JPG
Cool Windows vs Walls Wallpapers Keith Combs Blahg
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196870 / File Type: JPG
Wallpapers Windows Server Informatica Tenemos M S De Fondos Gratis
Image Size: 1024×768 px / #196871 / File Type: JPG
July Windows 8 wallpapers — Set 3
Image Size: 1440×900 px / #196872 / File Type: JPG
Download Windows Media Center, Silverlight, SQL Server and Desktop
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196873 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2008 Unleashed IT 24 7 Robot HD desktop wallpaper
Image Size: 1366×768 px / #196874 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2012 Wallpaper Collection Windows Server 2012 HD Pix
Image Size: 1024×768 px / #196875 / File Type: PNG
Windows Server 2008 Robot, 1920×1200 HD Wallpaper and FREE Stock Photo
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196876 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2003, Greengrass Desktop Theme Computers
Image Size: 1024×786 px / #196877 / File Type: JPG
Visual Studio 2012 Wallpapers and Windows Theme v 3.0 with PSD
Image Size: 1920×1080 px / #196878 / File Type: JPG
Download Ms Windows Wallpaper 1280×1024 Wallpoper
Image Size: 1280×1024 px / #196879 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2008 Wallpaper by OfficerWindowsMac200 on DeviantArt
Image Size: 1024×640 px / #196880 / File Type: PNG
Windows Server 2008 Unleashed IT 24 7 Robot HD desktop wallpaper
Image Size: 1366×768 px / #196881 / File Type: JPG
Server Room Wallpaper by byobeach on DeviantArt
Image Size: 2560×1440 px / #196882 / File Type: JPG
Windows Server 2015 Wallpapers — Wallpaper Cave
Image Size: 1600×1200 px / #196883 / File Type: JPG
Windows 7 Widescreen wallaper Windows 7 Widescreen picture
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196884 / File Type: JPG
Windows 8 Metro Wallpapers Download
Image Size: 1920×1080 px / #196885 / File Type: JPG
July Windows 8 wallpapers Set 6
Image Size: 1440×900 px / #196886 / File Type: JPG
Windows 7 Operating Systems Microsoft FWh
Image Size: 1920×1200 px / #196887 / File Type: JPG
Windows 7 Imagination by Gigacore on DeviantArt
Image Size: 2560×1600 px / #196888 / File Type: JPG
Windows 8 Default Official Wallpaper Windows Server 2012
Image Size: 1600×1000 px / #196889 / File Type: JPG
Windows Home Server 2011, underwater, 1920×1080 HD Wallpaper and other
Image Size: 1920×1080 px / #196890 / File Type: JPG