# Virtualization

### Turn on Virtualization in BIOS <a href="#turn-on-virtualization-in-bios" id="turn-on-virtualization-in-bios"></a>

* Begin by opening Task Manager and navigating to the Performance tab.
* If the Virtualization status is listed as "disabled," proceed to the next step. If it's already enabled, you can skip to the next section.

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## Virtualization for Intel Users: <a href="#virtualization-for-intel-users" id="virtualization-for-intel-users"></a>

Once in your BIOS settings, head over to the advanced tab and select CPU configuration.

From there, go to Intel Virtualization Technology, and enabled it. Save changes and exit.

**Note:** Your BIOS settings may vary depending on your computer's manufacturer.

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## Virtualization for AMD Users: <a href="#virtualization-for-amd-users" id="virtualization-for-amd-users"></a>

Once in your BIOS settings, head over to the advanced tab and select CPU configuration.

From there, go to SVM Mode, and enabled it. Save changes and exit.

**Note:** Your BIOS settings may vary depending on your computer's manufacturer.

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