I ran across this document today, which details out Microsoft’s virtualization strategy on implementing 64-bit (Hyper-V) virtualization in the classrooms. As virtual machines do more, and require more resources, so must the hardware/software requirements of the training centers be updated.
In a nutshell, here are the requirements for HL6:
Hardware
· 64-bit Intel Virtualization Technology or AMD Virtualization processor (2.8 GHz dual core or better recommended)
· Dual 120 GB hard disks 7200 RPM SATA or better (striped)
· 4 GB RAM expandable to 8 GB or higher
· DVD (dual layer recommended)
· Network adapter
· Sound card
· Video adapter aero-capable recommended
· Super VGA monitor (17 inch/ 43 cm)
Software
· 64-bit Windows Server 2008 Enterprise Edition
· Hyper-V role configured
· Microsoft Learning Lab Launcher – Hyper-V version