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Configuring a Virtual Machine's Memory and Virtual Processors
Configuring a Virtual Machine's Memory and Virtual Processors

You can change how much memory to allocate to a virtual machine. You can also review the amount of memory recommended by ESX Server, the maximum amount of memory that can be allocated to the virtual machine and the maximum amount of memory for smooth running of the virtual machine, given the number of virtual processors.

Depending upon the guest operating system in the virtual machine and the number of processors on the server, you can change the number of virtual processors it uses. However, keep in mind the following:

Note: You can configure dual-virtual processor virtual machines only if you have purchased the VMware Virtual SMP product. For more information on this product, contact VMware, Inc. or your authorized sales representative.

To configure the virtual machine's virtual processors and memory, complete the following steps.

  1. In the Hardware page, under Processors and Memory, click Edit. The Processors and Memory page appears.
  2. Depending upon the guest operating system and the number of processors with which it is configured, a message appears under Edit Processor Configuration. Provided the guest operating system is multi-processor capable, and if you want to change the number the number of processors, click the click here link, then choose the number of virtual processors in the Processors list.
  3. In the Memory field, enter the amount of memory to allocate to the virtual machine. The amount must be a multiple of 4.
  4. Click OK to save your change and close the window.