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6.5. Cloning a Virtual Machine
You can clone virtual machines without having to create a template or a snapshot first.
Important
The button is disabled while virtual machines are running; you must shut down a virtual machine before you can clone it.
Procedure 6.5. Cloning Virtual Machines
- Click the Virtual Machines tab and select the virtual machine to clone.
- Click .
- Enter a Clone Name for the new virtual machine.
- Click .

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