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The Exclusive Guide: How to Download and Install OneDrive on Windows Server 2012 R2

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Setting the Server-Side Sync Folder

1. Launch OneDrive from the Start Menu (look for the cloud icon).
2. Sign in with your work or school account (Personal Microsoft accounts are often blocked on Server OS).
3. When prompted for the folder location, click "Choose a different location."
4. Point it to a dedicated data drive (e.g., D:\OneDriveSync instead of C:\Users).
5. Enable Files On-Demand to save local storage space (requires NTFS formatting).