6.5. Cloning a Virtual Machine

You can clone virtual machines without having to create a template or a snapshot first.

Important

The Clone VM button is disabled while virtual machines are running; you must shut down a virtual machine before you can clone it.

Cloning Virtual Machines

  1. Click ComputeVirtual Machines and select the virtual machine to clone.
  2. Click More Actions ( moreactions ), then click Clone VM.
  3. Enter a Clone Name for the new virtual machine.
  4. Click OK.