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# Turning on VT-x/AMD SVM

Virtualization is requiered to run our services. Intel calls this **VT-x**. AMD calls it **SVM**, **AMD-V**, or **Secure Virtual Machine**.

Most modern processors support virtualization. It may be disabled in your firmware by default.

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These steps change your computer's UEFI or BIOS settings. The exact menu names vary by manufacturer.
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### Before you begin

* Save your work and close open applications.
* If device encryption is enabled, keep your recovery key available.
* Restarting the computer is required.

### Enable virtualization

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#### Open the BIOS settings

Restart your computer. During the first startup screen, press the BIOS setup key repeatedly.

Common keys include **F2**, **Delete**, **Esc**, **F10**, and **F12**. Your startup screen usually shows the correct key.
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#### Find the virtualization setting

Look under **Advanced**, **CPU Configuration**, **Security**, or **System Configuration**.

Enable the setting that matches your processor:

* **Intel:** `Intel Virtualization Technology`, `VT-x`, or `VMX`
* **AMD:** `SVM Mode`, `AMD-V`, or `Secure Virtual Machine`
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#### Save and restart

Set the option to **Enabled**. Then select **Save & Exit** or press the displayed save key.

Your computer restarts with virtualization enabled.
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### Verify that it is enabled

#### Windows

Press **Ctrl + Shift + Esc** to open Task Manager. Select **Performance → CPU**. The **Virtualization** field should show **Enabled**.

You can also run this command in Command Prompt:

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systeminfo
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Find **Virtualization Enabled In Firmware** near the bottom of the output.

### If you cannot find the setting

Update your UEFI or BIOS from your computer manufacturer's support site. Firmware updates can expose newer CPU settings.

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Do not change unrelated firmware settings. Incorrect settings can prevent your computer from starting normally.
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### If virtualization still does not work

If the setting is enabled but unavailable to an application, restart once more. Then check the application's system requirements.