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Can't load checkpoints from a Virtual Machine Configuration Version 9 on Windows 11 PC

Jeremy Grue 0 Reputation points
2024-05-10T15:41:22.86+00:00

Hi all!

I'm running a VM on my Windows 11 machine that currently is a Configuration Version 11. I export the VM for others to load onto their computers, but some are on Windows 10 which doesn't allow the VM to be imported.

I noticed that when I load a VM with the Configuration Version 9, I am able to use the VM, but when I attempt to create a checkpoint and restore from it, I receive the following message: The virtual machine (name of VM) is not compatible with physical computer (name of my PC).

Since Configuration Version 11 VM's aren't compatible with Windows 10 machines, should I just push everyone to upgrading to Windows 11? Or is there some type of workaround that exists that doesn't involve having to create a new VM and copying the virtual hard disk associated with the VM each time someone who isn't on the same version of Windows wants to load the VM onto their PC?

Thanks!

Jeremy

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  1. Ian Xue (Shanghai Wicresoft Co., Ltd.) 31,016 Reputation points Microsoft Vendor
    2024-05-13T04:34:45.6066667+00:00

    Hi Jeremy,

    Hope you're doing well.

    1. Upgrade Windows 10 to Windows 11, this is the most straightforward solution if you want to ensure compatibility with Configuration Version 11 VMs. However, this may not be feasible for all users, especially if their hardware doesn't meet the requirements for Windows 11.
    2. You mentioned that VMs with Configuration Version 9 are compatible with Windows 10. You can downgrade the VM's configuration version to 9 before exporting it. This would allow users on Windows 10 to import and use the VM without issues. Keep in mind that downgrading the configuration version may limit some features or capabilities that are available in newer versions.
    3. There are third-party tools available that may help convert VMs between different configuration versions or hypervisors. You can explore options like VMware vCenter Converter or third-party conversion tools to convert the VM to a format that is compatible with Windows 10.
    4. If your users are unable or unwilling to upgrade to Windows 11, you may also want to consider compatibility with other virtualization software. For example, VMs exported from Hyper-V can often be imported into VMware Workstation or VirtualBox, which may be compatible with Windows 10.

    Best Regards,

    Ian Xue

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