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Create virtual machines in Hyper-V on Windows Server 2008

After Hyper-V is installed, the first thing to do here is to create a virtual machine - Virtual Machine. In the following article, we will introduce you to some basic steps to do this, with the general implementation process almost just clicking Next> Next> Finish.

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TipsMake.com - After Hyper-V is installed, the first thing to do here is to create a virtual machine - Virtual Machine . In the following article, we will introduce you to some basic steps to do this, with the general implementation process almost just clicking Next> Next> Finish.

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Create Hyper-V virtual machines

To get started, open the Hyper-V Manager via the Start Menu:

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In the right part of the window, as shown below, click the New> Virtual Machine button :

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Click Next to skip the Before You Begin section , then name the virtual machine to create. The example here is HTG Virtual Machine:

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Set the amount of RAM needed:

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Select the virtual network system you want Virtual Machine to access and use:

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Here we will have 2 options to create new virtual hard drive file - VHD or use existing VHD file:

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Next, you choose the source to install the virtual machine, maybe from the ISO file directly on the computer or install it via the local network:

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And finally, click Finish :

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If you want to start and use Virtual Machine , just right-click on the virtual machine in the Hyper-V management list , select Start as shown below:

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Quite simple and easy, wish you success!

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