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Copying a VM

I have a management console on a Windows 7 VM. I need to create on for a new site. The software is exactly the same, just needs a IP change and a few configuration changes to create on for a new site. Can I copy the VM I have an reconfigure it for the new site. It will set on the same Host. I know how to import and export the VMs but not sure what I need to do for the domain to see it as a new PC. Please advise. We use Windows Server 2012 R2 standard and Hyper-V.

New creating VMs so any recommend links would be appreciated as well.

Regards,
DJ

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Donna Johnson

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Thanks for the quick response. I learned the caveat the hard way. I will give it a try and let you know if I have any questions are issues.

Regards,
DJ

Donna Johnson

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Can I rename the VH file when I copy?

Regards,
DJ

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Donna Johnson

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Thanks! I have created the new one. Thanks for your help. One question, I make an extra copy of the VHD file, so can I use copies of it to make new VMs?

I don't see a reason it won't but I'm new at this so figure I should ask.

Regards,
DJ

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Donna Johnson

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I will do that next. Thanks again for all your help.

I plan to move some of the VMs around soon so you be seeing a lot of me. Have a great day!