- 1 year ago
Qemu can't load bios-256k.bin when running on Windows
If you're encountering issues with QEMU on Windows, specifically related to loading the bios-256k.bin
file, there are a few possible solutions you can try:
Check the file path: Ensure that the
bios-256k.bin
file is located in the correct directory and that the file path is specified correctly in the QEMU command.Specify the full file path: Instead of relying on the current working directory, provide the full file path to the
bios-256k.bin
file in the QEMU command. For example:perlqemu-system-x86_64 -L <path_to_bios> ...
Update QEMU version: Make sure you are using the latest version of QEMU, as newer versions may have bug fixes and improvements that could resolve the issue.
Use the QEMU installer: Instead of manually extracting QEMU binaries, consider using the QEMU installer for Windows, which provides a more integrated installation experience.
Disable antivirus or security software: Temporarily disable any antivirus or security software on your system, as they may interfere with QEMU's ability to access the
bios-256k.bin
file.Run QEMU with elevated privileges: Launch the command prompt or terminal as an administrator to ensure that QEMU has the necessary permissions to access files on your system.
Try alternative BIOS files: If the issue persists, try using a different BIOS file, such as
qemu-uefi-code-x86_64.bin
orovmf-x86_64.bin
, depending on your specific requirements.
By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue with QEMU on Windows when loading the bios-256k.bin
file. If the problem persists, consider seeking assistance from the QEMU community or checking their official documentation for Windows-specific troubleshooting steps.