Create the cluster

On Node 1, run a validation test to ensure the server configuration can support clustering.

1. In the Server Manager, select Tools > Failover Cluster Manager.

   The Failover Cluster Manager appears.

2. In the Actions pane, click Validate Configuration.

   The Validate a Configuration Wizard appears.

3. In the Before You Begin window, click Next.

4. In the Select Servers or a Cluster window, click Browse and add the names of the nodes in the cluster. Click Next.

5. In the Testing Options window, select Run all tests (recommended) and click Next.

6. In the Confirmation window, click Next.

   The wizard validates the configuration. When it is done, the Summary window appears.

7. In the Summary window, verify that both nodes are validated. Select Create the cluster now using the validated nodes and click Finish.

   The Create Cluster Wizard appears.

8. In the Create Cluster Wizard, do the following:

   1. In the Before You Begin window, click Next.

   2. In the Access Point for Administering the Cluster window, enter the cluster name and click Next.

   3. In the Confirmation window, ensure that Add all eligible storage to the cluster is selected, and click Next.

      A new cluster is created.

   4. In the Summary window, verify that the cluster is created and then click Finish.