Vinchin How-To Articles

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How to Safely Update Proxmox VE IP Address via UI or CLI?

Proxmox VE uses a static IP you set at install. Networks change, so you need to update it. This article shows how to update the IP via web UI or CLI. You will learn steps to edit network settings, update hosts file, and verify access.
By Iris Lee
Jun 12 2025
4 Min

What Is VMware Online Backup and Why Is It Important?

VMware powers modern IT, but one hardware failure can take down many VMs. This article shows you 4 main online backup methods to protect VM data and keep recovery fast.
By Dan Zeng
Jun 11 2025
6 Min

How to Configure Hyper-V Networking for Virtual Machines?

Hyper-V networking links VMs to networks via virtual switches. This article shows core concepts, step-by-step setup, VLANs and teaming so admins can design and manage Hyper-V networks well.
By Iris Lee
Jun 10 2025
3 Min

MHM Is Gone—What Now for Multi-Hypervisor Management?

MHM enabled unified multi-hypervisor management but was discontinued, leaving enterprises to seek new solutions for hybrid environment operations.
By Dan Zeng
Jun 10 2025
3 Min

A Smart Alternative to Dell DPS for SMBs

Dell is ideal for large enterprises, but its complexity and cost make it less suitable for SMBs, who should consider alternative backup solutions.
By Dan Zeng
Jun 06 2025
5 Min

How to Set a Static IP for Hyper-V VMs: Steps and Benefits

Hyper-V’s default switch uses NAT, causing IP changes after reboot. This makes SSH access tricky. In this guide, learn reasons to use a static IP and follow simple steps to assign one to your VM, ensuring stable network and easy access.
By Iris Lee
Jun 05 2025
4 Min

How to Convert Physical Machines to VMware VMs Using Clonezilla?

Clonezilla enables free P2V migration by imaging physical machines and restoring them to VMware VMs for flexible, efficient deployment.
By Dan Zeng
Jun 04 2025
6 Min

How to Encrypt Hyper-V Drives with BitLocker in Windows?

Encrypting Hyper-V storage protects virtual machines from data theft and meets compliance rules. Learn what BitLocker is and how to use it step by step.
By Iris Lee
Jun 04 2025
3 Min

A Guide to Hyper-V Hypervisor in Virtualized Environments

Hyper-V is key to modern virtualization, but enterprises need strong backup strategies to overcome snapshot limits and ensure performance, reliability, and disaster recovery.
By Dan Zeng
Jun 03 2025
4 Min

How to Download and Install PowerCLI for vSphere Management？

PowerCLI is a set of PowerShell modules for VMware vSphere and vCloud management. This guide shows you how to download, install on Windows and Linux, and run key commands to automate VM provisioning and tasks.
By Iris Lee
May 29 2025
4 Min

Why Endpoint Backup Matters for Business Continuity?

Endpoint backup ensures data recovery from ransomware, device loss, or human error, supporting business continuity in modern distributed environments.
By Dan Zeng
May 28 2025
5 Min

How to Enable USB Passthrough on Hyper-V VMs?

Virtual machines often need direct access to USB devices. This article shows three clear ways to send a USB device from your PC to a Hyper-V VM. Learn to set up enhanced session mode, use RDP, and attach a drive offline.
By Iris Lee
May 28 2025
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