When uploading your own virtual machine templates to Softdrive, it is critical to install the necessary drivers and agents to ensure proper integration and functionality. Follow the steps below based on the operating system you are using.
Windows Templates
Download VirtIO Drivers
Visit the official VirtIO driver repository to get the latest ISO:
Download win-virtio ISOInstall Drivers and Guest Agent
Mount the downloaded ISO to your Windows VM.
Run
virtio-win-guest-tools.exe
from the mounted ISO.During installation, select all available drivers and ensure the QEMU Guest Agent is installed.
Preserve Drivers During Sysprep (Optional but Recommended)
If you are usingsysprep
with an unattend XML file, make sure to include the following section to retain drivers not currently in use:
Linux Templates
Install QEMU Guest Agent
Make sure the guest agent is installed and enabled on boot:Enable RPC Access for RHEL/CentOS
On RHEL variants, modify the QEMU Guest Agent configuration to enable RPC commands:
Summary
OS | Action |
---|---|
Windows | Install VirtIO drivers + guest agent. Add unattend XML for sysprep. |
Linux | Install and enable QEMU guest agent. Unblacklist RPC on RHEL. |
Following this guide ensures your templates function properly with Softdrive’s virtualization environment.
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