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4.2. Adding Network Interfaces to Virtual Machines

Before running your virtual machine, add at least one network interface to it. If your virtual machine was created from a template in which network interfaces have been defined, you can use this procedure if you wish to add additional network interfaces to a virtual machine.
To add a new network interface
  1. Select the required virtual machine. Select the Network Interfaces tab in the details pane and click New.
  2. The New Network Interface window displays.
    New Network Interface menu
    Figure 4.3. New Network Interface menu

    Enter a suitable Name for the new network interface. You can retain the rest of the default settings and proceed to the next step, otherwise configure the following options:
    • Click on the drop-down menu to select the Network to connect to.
    • The network interface Type depends on the operating system of your virtual machine. If your virtual machine is running Linux, use e1000 or Red Hat VirtIO. If your virtual machine is running Windows, use rtl8139.
    • If required, tick the Specify custom MAC address checkbox and enter the address.
  3. Click OK to save your settings. The new network interface displays in the details pane under the Network Interfaces tab.