Virtual Machine Processor Compatibility Setting in Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V
Learn how to enable processor compatibility in Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V.
John Savill
March 28, 2013
1 Min Read
Q: Where is the Virtual Machine Processor Compatibility Setting in Windows Server 2012 Hyper-V?
A: Windows Server 2012 has the option to enable processor compatibility, which allows a virtual machine (VM) to be moved between Hyper-V hosts that have different versions of the same manufacturer's processor. To enable processor compatibility, perform the following:
Start Hyper-V Manager.
Open the Settings of a VM.
Expand the Processor node under the Hardware section and select Compatibility.
Enable the Migrate to a physical computer with a different processor version option, then click OK.
Hyper-V VM settings screen
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