Install SharePoint Subscription

SharePoint Subscription Edition is the latest evolution of Microsoft’s on-premises collaboration platform. Unlike its predecessors, this version introduces the subscription model, ensuring regular updates without the need for manual upgrades. It is ideal for organizations that prefer an on-premises solution but want the benefits of modern cloud-like features.

SharePoint Server Subscription Edition >> Key Benefits:

• Continuous updates under the subscription model.
• Enhanced support for hybrid configurations.
• Improved security and performance capabilities.

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Install SharePoint Subscription Edition

SharePoint Subscription Edition Prerequisites

System Requirements

1) Hardware Requirements

Processor and RAM Specifications

Ensure your environment meets the minimum system requirements:

• Processor: 64-bit quad-core processor or better.
• RAM: At least 16 GB for a single server with a database; 12 GB for web or application servers.
• Storage: Minimum 80 GB for the system drive.

For a production environment, it is recommended to have:

• Processor: 8-core, 2.4 GHz or higher.
• RAM: 32 GB or more for large-scale deployments.

Storage Recommendations

• Allocate a high-speed SSD for the system drive.
• Ensure at least 100 GB of additional storage for logs and backups.

Network Requirements

• A stable, high-bandwidth connection for client-server communication.
• A minimum 1 Gbps network adapter.

You might also like to read Hardware and topology requirements for SharePoint Server Subscription Edition

2) Software Requirements

Windows Server | Supported Operating Systems

SharePoint Subscription Edition is supported on:

• Windows Server 2019 Standard or Datacenter
• Windows Server 2022 Standard or Datacenter
• Windows Server 2025 Standard or Datacenter

Ensure you have Windows Server 2019 or 2022, 2025 fully updated.

SQL Server

SharePoint Subscription Edition requires:

• SQL Server 2019 or
• SQL Server 2022.

Additional Dependencies

• Microsoft .NET Framework 4.8.
• Visual C++ Redistributable Package for Visual Studio 2015-2019
• Windows PowerShell 5.1 or later.
• Web Server – (IIS).

Permissions Needed

• Administrator access to the Windows Server.
• SQL Server dbcreator, securityadmin roles.

It’s strongly recommended to check SharePoint Service Account Best Practices

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Preparing SharePoint Subscription Edition Environment

Installing Windows Server Roles and Features

1. Open Server Manager.

2. Add the following roles:
   • Web Server (IIS)

3. Install features like .NET Framework 4.8.

Configuring SQL Server

1. Install SQL Server 2019 or 2022.
2. Enable SQL Server Agent and configure collation to SQL_Latin1_General_CP1_CI_AS.

It’s highly recommended to check SQL Server Best Practices for SharePoint 2019

Setting Up Active Directory

Create an AD domain with necessary user accounts and groups, such as:

• SharePoint Admin
• SQL Server Service Account
• Farm Account

It’s strongly recommended to check SharePoint Service Account Best Practices

Downloading SharePoint Subscription Edition

Obtaining the Installation Files

• Download SharePoint Subscription from the Microsoft Volume Licensing Service Center.
• You can also download it from the official Microsoft website.

Licensing and Product Keys

The following product keys install the product in trial mode. The trial period is 180 days. You can convert to a licensed installation at any time during the trial or after the trial has expired by entering the appropriate product key in Central Administration.

• SharePoint Server Standard Trial: KGN4V-82BMC-H383V-QJVFT-VCHJ7
• SharePoint Server Enterprise Trial: VW2FM-FN9FT-H22J4-WV9GT-H8VKF
• Project Server Trial: WD6NX-PGRBH-3FQ88-BRBVC-8XFTV

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Install SharePoint Subscription Step-by-Step

Running the Prerequisites Setup File

If you have an internet connection, you can easily use the SharePoint Preparation Tool (prerequisiteinstaller.exe) to install all SharePoint Subscription Prerequisites automatically.

Steps

• Double-click on the SharePoint Subscription Prerequisite installer,

• Click on Next to install all SharePoint Subscription Prerequisites

• Wait a moment till installing all prerequisites.

• Click “Finish” to complete the prerequisites installation.

Running the Setup File

After successfully installing SharePoint Subscription prerequisites, follow these steps to set up and install SharePoint Subscription.

Steps

• Click on the SharePoint installation file.

• Provide your SharePoint Server Product Key or you can also use one of the below SharePoint trial keys:
  • SharePoint Server Standard Trial: KGN4V-82BMC-H383V-QJVFT-VCHJ7
  • SharePoint Server Enterprise Trial: VW2FM-FN9FT-H22J4-WV9GT-H8VKF

SharePoint Subscription provides a trial version for (180 days) 6 months

• Again accept the license agreement.

• Choose the file location for SharePoint server and search server files. Search index files need sufficient free space. then click install now.

• Do not interrupt the process. Wait for the installation to complete successfully.

• After the installation is complete, uncheck ‘Run Configuration Wizard’ and click ‘Close’.

• A server restart is required to complete the installation. Please proceed with the restart.

Install Arabic Language Pack

After the server has been restarted, we will proceed with the installation of the Arabic language pack for your SharePoint subscription as the following:

• Download the SharePoint Subscription Language Pack from Language Packs for SharePoint Server Subscription Edition.
• Select the Language Pack that you want to install.
• Double-click on the downloaded file, then click on “Setup” file to start the installation.

• Accept the terms and click on “Continue”.

• Do not interrupt the process. Wait for the installation to complete successfully.

• Once the installation process has been completed successfully, click the ‘Close’.

Configure SharePoint Subscription

After installing the language pack, you can now configure your SharePoint subscription by running the SharePoint Configuration Wizard as described below.

Steps

• Click “Next” to continue.

• Select “Create a new server farm”.

• Enter the database server and database access account with (Dbcreator,SecurityAdmin) as server role (Farm Account). Then press Next.

To enhance reliability and maintainability, it is strongly recommended to create a database server alias as illustrated below. Subsequently, incorporate this alias name when specifying the database server in the preceding step.

Type the passphrase, click Next.

Select the MinRole as per your need

You might also like to read Overview of MinRole Server Roles in SharePoint Servers 2016, 2019, and Subscription Edition

• Specify the Central Administration Port Number.

• Review the settings and Click Next.

• Please do not interrupt the process. Wait for the SharePoint Configuration Wizard to complete successfully.

• Success! The SharePoint Subscription Edition has been installed and configured successfully.

• Click ‘Finish’. The SharePoint Central Administration website will open, confirming successful installation.

Install SharePoint Subscription Cumulative Update

To enhance the security and ensure your SharePoint farm operates with the latest features and bug fixes, it is crucial to install the most recent Cumulative Update (CU) patches.

For downloading the latest CU, refer to the blog of Stefan Goßner, an Escalation Engineer at Microsoft.

Before proceeding, carefully review the relevant Knowledge Base (KB) article for the specific CU you intend to install. Once you have thoroughly reviewed the KB article, proceed with downloading the update file.

It is also strongly recommended to install the Cumulative Update (CU) on a staging or test environment before applying it to the production environment. This allows for thorough testing and minimizes the risk of unforeseen issues.

After the CU is installed successfully, run the SharePoint Configuration Wizard to complete the patching process.

For detailed guidance on the patching process, please refer to: Patching SharePoint Server Step By Step

Post-Installation Configuration

Verifying the Installation

• Access the Central Administration site.
• Run the Health Analyzer to check for issues.

Configuring Service Applications

• Set up services like User Profile, Search, and Managed Metadata.

Setting Up Search and Indexing

• Configure crawl schedules for Search.
• Verify indexing is functional.

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Conclusion

Installing SharePoint Subscription Edition is a strategic move for organizations seeking a robust, on-premises collaboration platform with modern capabilities. By carefully preparing the environment, meeting prerequisites, and following this guide, you can successfully deploy and configure SharePoint Subscription Edition.

See Also

• SharePoint Server: Failed to create the configuration database. Microsoft.SharePoint.Upgrade.SPUpgradeException was thrown
• SharePoint 2019: SharePoint Configuration Wizard failed to create configuration database
• Learn about SharePoint Server