Chinese Language Pack
When purchasing a Windows Server from an overseas provider, it often comes in English only. This guide explains how to install the Chinese (Simplified) language pack on Windows Server 2016 (English ve
π Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Open Control Panel
Β· Click the Start menu and open the Control Panel.
Click on Region.
2. Set Display Format to Chinese
In the Formats tab, select Chinese (Simplified, China) from the dropdown menu.
Then click on Language preferences.

3. Add Chinese Language (if not already listed)
Look for Chinese (Simplified, China) in the language list.
If it's there, click Options.
If itβs not listed, click Add a language, and add Chinese (Simplified) first, then click Options.

4. Download and Install the Language Pack
Under Language options, select to Download and install language pack.
Wait for the installation to complete.

5. Change System Locale
Go back to Region in Control Panel.
Click the Administrative tab.
Click Change system locale...
In the dropdown, select Chinese (Simplified, China).
Click OK, then Apply.

6. Restart Your Server
After applying the changes, restart the server.
The system interface will now be in Chinese.

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