About this tag
The virtual switch tag on WindowsForum.com covers topics related to creating and managing virtual switches in Microsoft Hyper-V. Discussions include troubleshooting issues such as the virtual switch creation process getting stuck on "Applying changes" in Windows 10, as well as step-by-step guides for setting up Hyper-V and configuring virtual switches for network connectivity. Users also share tips on connecting virtual machines to the internet after setting up a virtual switch, including the need to install Integration Services and required service packs for older guest operating systems like Windows 7, Vista, and XP. The content focuses on practical Hyper-V networking challenges and solutions.
  1. sacredboy

    Virtual network is not created in Hyper-V

    Hi guys, I enabled Hyper-V feature in Windows 10 but unable to create a virtual switch. I tried to create private and internal types of virtual switch but every time the process stuck on "Applying changes". What could be the reason of that? Thank you.
    • sacredboy
    • Thread
    • configuration error hyper-v internal network network private network troubleshooting virtual switch virtualization windows 10
    • Replies: 6
    • Forum: Windows Software
  2. 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...
    • Drew
    • Thread
    • activation bios configuration connectivity host hyper-v integration services memory management network operating system optimization security service pack setup user guide virtual machine virtual switch vm setup windows features windows update
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Virtualization
  3. Drew

    Windows 7 Connecting VMs in Hyper-V

    I (had) put this in Tutorials but, then I noticed this section & it belongs here, too. 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...
    • Drew
    • Thread
    • connectivity hyper-v installation integration services internet access mounting network sp1 sp2 sp3 tech support tutorial vhd virtual switch virtualization vms windows 7 windows 8 windows vista windows xp
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: Virtualization
  4. 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...
    • Drew
    • Tutorial
    • file copy hyper-v integration services internet access network network issues operating system service pack vhd mounting virtual machine virtual switch virtualization vm setup windows 7 windows 8 windows vista windows xp
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Windows Tutorials