How to co-exist Hyper-V(WSL2) and VMware?

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Co-existing Hyper-V (WSL2) and VMware can be a bit challenging since both hypervisors rely on virtualization technology. By default, Hyper-V takes control of the virtualization capabilities of the host operating system, which can interfere with VMware's operation. However, there are some possible workarounds you can try to enable co-existence:

  1. Disable Hyper-V when using VMware:

    • Open an elevated command prompt.
    • Run the command: bcdedit /set hypervisorlaunchtype off.
    • Restart your computer.
    • With Hyper-V disabled, VMware should work without issues.
    • To re-enable Hyper-V, open an elevated command prompt and run: bcdedit /set hypervisorlaunchtype auto, then restart your computer again.

  2. Use Hyper-V and VMware together using VMware Workstation 16 or later:

    • Install VMware Workstation 16 or later on your system.
    • Open the VMware Workstation application and go to "Edit" -> "Preferences".
    • In the "Hardware" tab, select "Processors" and check the option "Virtualize Intel VT-x/EPT or AMD-V/RVI".
    • Enable the "Preferred mode" option and select "Automatic".
    • Save the settings and restart your computer.
    • With this configuration, VMware Workstation should be able to run virtual machines alongside Hyper-V.

Note: It's important to note that these workarounds may not work in all scenarios, as they depend on the specific hardware and software configurations of your system. In some cases, conflicts may still arise, and it may not be possible to use both Hyper-V and VMware simultaneously. It's recommended to thoroughly test the co-existence on your specific setup to ensure compatibility and stability.

Additionally, keep in mind that these workarounds might have limitations and may not provide full functionality or performance when using both hypervisors together. It's always a good idea to evaluate your requirements and consider the impact on system performance and stability before attempting to co-exist Hyper-V and VMware.