Generation 1 virtual machines: Modernize them and bring them up to date
In many companies, Generation 1 virtual machines have been superseded by Gen 2 VMs. But that doesn’t mean you can’t breathe new life into your Gen 1 VMs.
Microsoft Hyper-V
Virtual machine converter: VMware virtual hard disks to Hyper-V
There are several ways you can convert a virtual machine from VMware to Hyper-V. Here’s how you can do it using PowerShell.
Using VMM to run scripts to manage remote Hyper-V hosts
When it comes to the bulk management of Hyper-V hosts (or of any Windows server, for that matter), I have always gravitated toward the use of PowerShell. Even so, using […]
Nested virtualization for Hyper-V with System Center VMM
It is relatively easy to configure nested virtualization for Hyper-V within System Center Virtual Machine Manager. Here are the steps to do it quickly.
Why you need to check your virtualization host’s NUMA configuration
Should you disallow NUMA spanning in your Hyper-V architecture? There are two sides to this story, and you’ll get both of them here.
Migrating and configuring Hyper-V passthrough disks
Believe it or not, Hyper-V virtual machines can be configured to use a dedicated physical hard disk, which is referred to as a passthrough disk.
Working with the free Hyper-V Configuration Tool from ManageEngine
ManageEngine offers a free Hyper-V Configuration Tool that comes with some nice features. But don’t expect it to replace Hyper-V Manager.
Another tool for your toolbox: Using Capacity Planner for Hyper-V Replica
For those who use the Hyper-V replica feature, a tool from Microsoft can help you analyze the infrastructure required to replicate Hyper-V virtual machines.
Use baselines to ensure patch compliance for Hyper-V virtual machines
It is important that virtual machine infrastructure is kept up to date. Here’s how to use baselines to ensure patch compliance for your Hyper-V hosts.
How to create custom-built port profiles for virtual network adapters
Using custom-built port profiles for virtual network adapters does wonders for your virtualization infrastructure. This step-by-step guide shows you how.
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