Question : Install windows server 2008 DVD on dell PE 2950 that has only a CD-Rom?

I have a Dell PowerEdge 2950 that is a couple years old. I'm trying to install windows server 2008 R2 on it but since R2 comes only on a DVD and my PE does not have a DVD drive I am stuck, how can I get the OS installed?

Answer : Install windows server 2008 DVD on dell PE 2950 that has only a CD-Rom?

You can move the DVD files to a USB drive or purchase a external DVD ROM. You can purchase the DVD ROM from Dell pretty cheap as well.

Here are some more options.

http://www.experts-exchange.com/OS/Microsoft_Operating_Systems/Server/Windows_Server_2008/Q_25134894.html