Windows 7 I can't connect to host OS using a Virtual Machine

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I have been using my laptop with no problems at home which has Windows 7 installed on the host and it has a virtual machine which is also Windows 7. But as I type this message, I am at my county's public library and I cannot get my VM to connect to the Internet. Regardless if my host OS is connected to the library's wireless router as Home, Work or Public setting, the VM gives me the following message in the Windows Network Diagnostic window:

"Local Area Connection" doesn't have a valid IP configuration

Please note, that I am trying to connect my VM on a Wireless router. When I click on repair as administrator, I get the following message:

If you are connected to a hotspot or domain network, contact your network administrator.

Then it suggests I unplug/plug the router. Any suggestions, other then for me to find the county's network administrator?

 

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It seems like you are facing connectivity issues with your Windows 7 virtual machine while trying to connect to the Internet through the library's wireless network. The error message you provided indicates that the "Local Area Connection" in the VM doesn't have a valid IP configuration. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can take to address this issue:

Step 1: Check Network Adapter Settings in the Virtual Machine​

1. Network Adapter Type: Ensure the network adapter in your VM is set to the correct type (e.g., Bridged, NAT, or Host-only).
2. Obtain IP Address Automatically: Make sure the network adapter settings in the VM are configured to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP).

   Step 2: Release and Renew IP Address in the Virtual Machine​

3. Open a Command Prompt in the VM as an administrator.
4. Run the following commands:

   bash ipconfig /release ipconfig /renew

   Step 3: Flush DNS and Reset TCP/IP Stack​

5. Open a Command Prompt in the VM as an administrator.
6. Run the following commands:

   bash ipconfig /flushdns netsh int ip reset

   Step 4: Check Firewall Settings​

7. Temporarily disable the firewall in the VM to see if it's blocking the connection.
   • Open Control Panel > Windows Firewall > Turn Windows Firewall on or off.

     Step 5: Restart the Virtual Machine​

   []Try restarting the Virtual Machine after making the above changes to apply the settings. If these steps do not resolve the issue, you can try the following additional steps:

   Step 6: Check DHCP Settings​

   []Ensure that the library's wireless network is configured to provide DHCP services. If DHCP is not enabled, you may need to configure a static IP address within the same subnet.

   Step 7: Network Troubleshooter​

8. Use the Windows Network Troubleshooter to diagnose and potentially fix network-related problems.
   • Go to Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Troubleshoot problems. These steps should help troubleshoot and address the issue of your Windows 7 virtual machine not connecting to the Internet through the library's wireless router. Let me know if you need further assistance or if you encounter any other issues during the troubleshooting process.