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

πŸ›  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 it’s 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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