Installing WSS for use by BizTalk

After failing to install Windows SharePoint Services 3.0 two times, I decided to take a good look at it and write down the crucial steps for future generations. The problem I had was that during the setup of WSS I could press the OK button until all eternity, but noting would happen. No action and no warnings.

So, what should you do to install WSS 3.0 ?

1. Download the installation files

2. Add the local machine name to the 'local sites' in IE and give 'local sites' the lowest security settings.

This allows scripts and such to run. If you forget this step you can never ever configure SharePoint. You will be presented with a form to fill in and press the OK button. But without this step pressing OK will do absolutely nothing.

3. Run setup and select 'server farm'

4. Now you are ready to create a sharepoint site and document spaces.

That's all.