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  1. News

    Microsoft Platform Ready Test Tool for Linux Virtual Machines on Hyper-V

    Download the MPR Tool for Linux VM on Hyper-V and test application for logo requirements Link Removed
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    Linux Integration Services v4.0 Preview for Microsoft Azure

    Drivers that enable synthetic device support in supported Linux virtual machines under Hyper-V. See the Details section of this page for a link to more information about the latest Linux Integration Services (LIS) availability and supported distributions. Link Removed
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    Last Week on Channel 9: February 16th - February 22nd, 2015

    It was hard narrowing down the list of stuff to highlight this week. Lots and lots of exciting Azure news, plus a full schedule of our regular shows... Link Removed This week on Channel 9, Nisha and guest host Mat Velloso discuss the week's top developer news, including; ... Link Removed In...
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    Windows 10 Network Problem

    Anybody having problems getting Windows 10 to work on an existing Work group network? All of my Windows 7, Vista and XP machines real and virtual work fine. Windows 10 allows access from Windows 7 but Windows 10 opens the selected Windows 7 PC but when I select a folder it has an error. I've...
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    VMware virtual machines freeze when they shut down or restart in Windows 7 or Windows Server...

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  6. kemical

    Windows 8.1 Windows 8.1 Update 3

    Whilst the August roll-up update was formally called Windows 8.1 Update 2 this November roll-up could be considered Update 3 and are basically like mini service packs. It should be available via Windows update but the standalone is also available from the links below: This update includes the...
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    Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine Optimization Assessment

    The Microsoft Azure Virtual Machine Optimization Assessment tool will automatically inspect your Virtual Machines running in Microsoft Azure. Optimize your investment in Azure with the prioritized recommendations provided. Link Removed
  8. ussnorway

    VIDEO How can we manage transferring files between Hyper-v machines?

    I get asked this most by people using vmware because they have gotten trained to copy | paste for their file transfers and hyper-v doesn't allow that. You can set up network paths and mapped drives but that can be fiddly or open security issues so ime the best solution is to make a vhdx (virtual...
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    SharePoint Disaster Recovery to Windows Azure

    Illustrates disaster recovery of an on-premises SharePoint farm to Windows Azure IaaS. Warm and cold standby options are included. Link Removed
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    Windows 8 hyper-v VMs constantly shutting down

    I have a sony vaio core i7, 8 gb ram windows 8 pro with hyper-v for windows 8 installed and working. my issue is that all my vms come up fine but after about 10 minutes of inactivity they automatically shut down. I have set all my power options in both the vm and my host as never on all the...
  11. Drew

    Windows 7 A 'How To' for Hyper-V

    For anyone thinking of setting up VMs w/ Hyper-V, you may find this helpful... will try to add some screen shots, soon. 1. One must have a CPU that supports Hyper-V 2. Hyper-V must be enabled in the BIOS 3. > Turn Windows Features On or Off. Find Hyper-V on the list & put a checkmark in its...
  12. Drew

    Windows 8 Hyper-V Guidance

    If anyone would like guidance in configuring VMs, like XP or Windows 7, in Hyper-V please feel free to ask me. I'd be glad to tell you how. Cheers, Drew Link Removed
  13. davehc

    The benefits of Virtual machines.

    Virtual Machines can be useful for certain functions, and to solve problems without risking your main OS. But there is fundamentally, no saving of HD space. If, however, it is only the intention to run a bare OS for problem solving then, of course, without any third party add-ons, it is a...
  14. Drew

    Windows 7 Worthy of Mention & Knowing - Placing VMs

    Many may know this (cool) and I could have mentioned it earlier but, I oft take things for granted & then impulsively think maybe it's not occurring to everyone & I suddenly say something so... Let me paint a scenario to make the point here... Let's say you put Win8 on a shiny new SSD. And...
  15. Drew

    Windows 7 Worthy of Mention & Knowing - Placing VMs

    Many may know this (cool) and I could have mentioned it earlier but, I oft take things for granted & then impulsively think maybe it's not occurring to everyone & I suddenly say something so... Let me paint a scenario to make the point here... Let's say you put Win8 on a shiny new SSD. And...
  16. Drew

    Windows 7 Don't forget or neglect VMs

    For example, I keep VMs of legacy Windows for client support. IF, for whatever reasons, you are running VMs of Operating Systems remember they, too, require updating... (their) browsers, Adobe, Java, Microsoft Updates, security tool(s) for A-V & A-M, CCleaner, et al; AND the same TLC, too...
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    Managing Your Server's Boot Drive

    Came across this guide & FAQ which may be of some help to those running servers. CONTENTS: Introduction What's Too Small? But What About Upgrading? What To Move? Pagefile Exchange Databases SQL Databases Other Data Files Log Files Webs and Other IIS...
  18. Drew

    Windows 7 3 VMs Built

    Well, there that's done (smile). I recently revamped my tower motivated by wanting to use Hyper-V in Windows 8. That said, I have completed building 3 VMs for client support. XP, Vista and Windows 7 w/ IE10, all up to date (SPs and Updates) & equipped w/ MSE. I gave each 2Gb RAM; they seem...
  19. Drew

    Windows 8 Connecting VMs in Hyper-V

    Installed VMs in Hyper-V such as Win7, Vista or XP want to connect to the Net. After, installing a VM OS & setting up a Virtual Switch the VMs may see no internet connections. The Integration Services must be installed to the VMs to have connectivity. These will not install unless & until all...
  20. K

    Windows 7 bootmgr question

    no, bootmgr is not missing, but 'missing' in a another way. here is a screenshot of my root C: with the proper folder options to see bootmgr. Link Removed - Invalid URL I am confused because the bootmgr (compressed on vista+) is not visible. however with the exact some windows 7 pro it is...
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