Procedure 8.2. Creating a New Virtual Machine from a Blank Template

1. Click the Virtual Machines resource tab to list all the virtual machines in the results list.
   The icon to the left of the virtual machine name indicates whether it is a virtual server, a virtual machine, or a part of a virtual machine pool.
2. Click the New VM button to open the New Virtual Machine window.
3. On the General tab, you only need to fill in the Name and Operating System fields. You can accept the default settings for other fields, or change them if required.
4. Alternatively, click the Initial Run, Console, Host, Resource Allocation, Boot Options, and Custom Properties tabs in turn to define options for your virtual machine.
5. Click OK to create the virtual machine and close the window.
6. The New Virtual Machine - Guide Me window opens. Use the Guide Me buttons to complete configuration or click Configure Later to close the window.