See the solution of this Task below.
Explanation:
TASK 7
# Objective:
Attach the VHDX file c:\vhds\Disk1.vhdx to VM1 so it can dynamically expand when VM1 is running.
Step-by-Step Guide
# Step 1: Verify the VHDX File Type
* Dynamic expansion means the virtual disk type should be dynamic (not fixed).
* Let's verify the disk type of Disk1.vhdx:
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Get-VHD -Path "c:\vhds\Disk1.vhdx"
* In the output, ensure that VhdType shows Dynamic.
* If it's not dynamic, convert it:
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Convert-VHD -Path "c:\vhds\Disk1.vhdx" -DestinationPath "c:\vhds\Disk1_dynamic.vhdx" -VHDType Dynamic
# Step 2: Attach the VHDX to VM1
* Use PowerShell to add the disk to VM1:
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Add-VMHardDiskDrive -VMName "VM1" -Path "c:\vhds\Disk1.vhdx"
# Or do it via Hyper-V Manager:
* Open Hyper-V Manager.
* Select VM1 and go to Settings.
* In the left pane, select SCSI Controller (recommended for hot-add).
* Click Add Hard Drive.
* Browse and select c:\vhds\Disk1.vhdx.
* Click Apply and OK.
# Step 3: Verify Hot-Add Support (Optional)
* If VM1 is running Windows Server 2012 or later and uses a SCSI Controller, the VHDX can be added without shutting down the VM.
# Step 4: Verify the Disk in the VM
* Inside VM1, open Disk Management (diskmgmt.msc).
* The newly attached disk should appear as unallocated.
* Initialize it, create a volume, and format if needed.
Summary
* VHDX file type: Must be dynamic for expanding.
* Hot-adding supported if attached via SCSI Controller and OS supports it.
* Now Disk1.vhdx is attached to VM1 and can expand dynamically.