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AndrewStory
Jan 19, 2026Copper Contributor
Migrating from VMware to Hyper-v
Hi, I've recently deployed a new 3x node Hyper-v cluster running Windows Server 2025. I have an existing VMware cluster running exsi 7.x. What tools or approach have you guys used to migrate from V...
Francisco_M
Feb 22, 2026Brass Contributor
The Short Answer
If you want the smoothest, most predictable experience:
Use Windows Admin Center’s “VMware to Hyper‑V Migration Tool” (If it's free it's for me.)
or
Use StarWind V2V Converter (free) for smaller workloads
or
Use a paid enterprise migration tool (Carbonite, PlateSpin, Zerto) for large/critical workloads
Since WAC is my method here is what you'll need...
- Windows Admin Center version 2311 or later
- The “VMware to Hyper‑V Migration” extension installed
- Access to:
- Your vCenter or ESXi host
- Your Hyper‑V cluster
- Your storage (CSV, SMB, SAN, etc.)
Install the migration extension:
- Open Windows Admin Center
- Go to Settings → Extensions
- Search for “VMware to Hyper‑V Migration”
- Install it
- Restart WAC if prompted
Add Your VMware Environment to WAC
- In WAC, go to Tools → Virtual Machine Manager
- Select “Add VMware environment”
- Enter:
- vCenter FQDN or ESXi host IP
- Credentials with read access to the VMs
- WAC will enumerate all VMware VMs
You’ll now see your VMware VMs listed inside WAC.
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