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Tag: Hyper V

Fix an error occurred while attempting to start selected VM on Hyper-V

Posted on 10/06/202623/06/2026 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Fix an error occurred while attempting to start selected VM on Hyper-V
Fix an error occurred while attempting to start selected VM on Hyper-V

When working with Hyper‑V and suddenly encounter an error similar to the one we will be discussing here, you are not alone. In this blog post, we shall discuss “Fix an error occurred while attempting to start the selected VM on Hyper-V”. This is a common issue when starting a virtual machine (VM) especially after…

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Virtualization

Hyper V Disk allocation: Why Veeam reports full size after Shrinking

Posted on 30/10/202522/06/2026 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Hyper V Disk allocation: Why Veeam reports full size after Shrinking
Hyper V Disk allocation: Why Veeam reports full size after Shrinking

Shrinking works on both raw partitions which lack a file system, and on partitions formatted with the NTFS. This allows you to reclaim unused disk space efficiently while keeping your existing data intact. This guide is not on shrinking your virtual hard disk despite discussing the process. In this guide, we shall discuss “Hyper V…

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Windows Server

Video Remoting was disconnected on Hyper V

Posted on 29/10/202522/06/2026 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Video Remoting was disconnected on Hyper V
Video Remoting was disconnected on Hyper V

In this guide, I will show you what to do when you are unable to connect to a Hyper V VM when the following message is prompted “Video Remoting was disconnected on Hyper V”. Hyper-V is a native hypervisor developed by Microsoft; it can create virtual machines on x86-64 systems running Windows. Please, see PowerShell…

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Windows Server

How to uninstall Hyper-V on a Windows PC

Posted on 04/12/202424/06/2026 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on How to uninstall Hyper-V on a Windows PC
How to uninstall Hyper-V  on a Windows PC

In the last article, we discussed how to “Run Hype-V on Windows 11 and Install Windows OS via PXE Boot“. This can be done in many ways including using the Windows control panel, PowerShell or using the Deployment Imaging Servicing and Management tool (DISM). But in this article, we shall discuss How to uninstall Hyper-V on…

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Virtualization, Windows

Run Hyper-V on Windows 11: Convert Physical PC to Hyper-V VM

Posted on 28/10/202430/06/2026 Matthew By Matthew No Comments on Run Hyper-V on Windows 11: Convert Physical PC to Hyper-V VM
Run Hyper-V on Windows 11: Convert Physical PC to Hyper-V VM

Hyper-V is a powerful feature in Windows 11 that allows you to create and run virtual machines (VMs) on your PC. With Hyper-V, you can run multiple operating systems, including different versions of Windows and Linux, all on one device. It’s a handy tool for IT pros, developers, and anyone who wants to test software…

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Virtualization, Windows

Fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM

Posted on 17/10/202430/06/2026 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM
Fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM

In this article, we shall discuss how to “fix PXE Boot Stuck or No Boot Image was found for HyperV VM. The bootloader did not find any operating system”. This means that the bootloader could not find a bootable image from the network to boot the VM. Please see Linux Boot Process Explained Step by…

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Virtualization, Windows Server

Could not connect to virtual machine try to connect again Hyper-V

Posted on 16/05/202405/06/2024 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Could not connect to virtual machine try to connect again Hyper-V
Could not connect to virtual machine try to connect again Hyper-V

Hyper-V is Microsoft’s hardware virtualization solution that enables one to create and run a software version of a computers referred to as virtual machines (VMs). Each VM acts like a separate PC, running its own operating system and programs. In this article, we may get an error “Could not connect to the virtual machine try to connect…

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Virtualization, Windows Server

Invalid Credentials “Fix Failed to Connect a Hyper-V Standalone to Veeam Backup”

Posted on 11/03/202418/02/2026 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Invalid Credentials “Fix Failed to Connect a Hyper-V Standalone to Veeam Backup”
Invalid Credentials “Fix Failed to Connect a Hyper-V Standalone to Veeam Backup”

It is a necessary requirement that you must add your Microsoft HyperV host to the backup infrastructure that you plan to use as source and target for backup etc. Therefore, In this guide I will discuss “Invalid Credentials “Fix Failed to Connect a Hyper-V Standalone to Veeam Backup”. Please see Pleasant User Group Permission and…

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Backup

How to Create a Windows Server VM on HyperV

Posted on 02/03/202409/10/2024 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on How to Create a Windows Server VM on HyperV
How to Create a Windows Server VM on HyperV

Windows Server’s virtualisation is a key foundational technology essential for establishing your software-defined infrastructure. Alongside networking and storage capabilities, virtualisation features provide the agility required to support workloads effectively for your customers. In this article, I will how to Create a Windows Server VM on HyperV. Please see How to run Windows 11 on HyperV,…

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Windows Server

Install HyperV and Configure vSwitch on Windows Server with PowerShell

Posted on 02/03/202402/03/2024 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on Install HyperV and Configure vSwitch on Windows Server with PowerShell
Install HyperV and Configure vSwitch on Windows Server with PowerShell

Microsoft’s hardware virtualisation product is Hyper-V. It enables the creation of a software version of a computer known as a virtual machine. Each virtual machine functions as a complete computer. In this article, we shall discuss how to Install HyperV and Configure vSwitch on Windows Server 2022 with PowerShell. Please see “vSwitches: How to delete…

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Virtualization

How to Add Another Hard Drive to a Virtual Machine in HyperV 

Posted on 03/02/202428/05/2026 Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on How to Add Another Hard Drive to a Virtual Machine in HyperV 
How to Add Another Hard Drive to a Virtual Machine in HyperV 

Sometimes you may want to install applications or store files outside the C: drive. This will require a second and even a third hard drive to be configured on the virtual machine and you can start using these drives as the backup drives. In this guide, I will show you How to Add Another Hard…

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Virtualization, Windows Server

How to Increase Disk Size in Hyper-V

Posted on 25/05/202328/05/2026 Temitope Odemo By Temitope Odemo No Comments on How to Increase Disk Size in Hyper-V
How to Increase Disk Size in Hyper-V

Hyper-V is a hypervisor developed by Microsoft to run Virtual Machines but if you observe that the virtual machine is no longer functioning properly the reason could be that your VM does not have enough storage to perform optimally. In this guide, I will be showing you How to Increase Disk Size in Hyper-V when…

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Virtualization, Windows, Windows Server

OOBEZDP: Something went wrong during the Windows deployment

Posted on 19/04/202319/04/2023 IT Expert By IT Expert No Comments on OOBEZDP: Something went wrong during the Windows deployment
OOBEZDP: Something went wrong during the Windows deployment

Windows Deployment Services (WDS) enables you to deploy Windows operating systems over the network, which means that you do not have to install each operating system directly from a CD or DVD. I have written some interesting guides on WDS, please take a look: ADK|WinPE|MDT: Deploy Windows with WDS, and how to set up and…

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Windows, Windows Server

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