I'm trying to install Exchange Server 2013 from an ISO download on Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard.  I followed the instructions for the prerequisites.  I was hoping to do the AD Prep using the setup wizard.  I can't get that far as it just stops at Initializing Setup.  No error, just sits there with the progress bar filling up then starting over again.  Any ideas?

Thanks,

Hi,

Just as what DareDevil mentioned above, Windows Sever 2012 R2 will be supported with Exchange 2013 SP1. I recommend you install Exchange 2013 on Windows Server 2012 Standard edition, or you can wait for the release of Exchange 2013 SP1.

Best regards,
Belinda