Virtualization is a way to run one or more “virtual computers” (virtual machines) on the same physical hardware. A virtual machine behaves like a real server, but its CPU, memory, disk, and network are provided by a hypervisor such as VMware, Hyper-V, or VirtualBox. Virtualization is common because it simplifies deployment, isolation, backups, and resource management.
Running IPNetwork Monitor in virtualized environments. IPNetwork Monitor can be installed and used on Windows running inside a virtual machine, and it has been tested successfully on multiple hypervisors. Known compatible platforms include KVM, Xen (PV and HVM, including environments like Amazon EC2), Oracle VM VirtualBox, and the VMware family (Server/Workstation/Player). The practical rule is simple: if your Windows VM runs reliably (especially network and video drivers) and you allocate resources that meet IPNetwork Monitor’s system requirements, IPNetwork Monitor should work smoothly in that VM. If you use a different hypervisor and need to confirm compatibility for a specific environment, it’s reasonable to validate it with a quick test install or contact support for guidance.
