Predator Virtual Machine Requirements

Comprehensive Virtual Machine support

Support for the following VMware virtual machine platforms or hypervisors are included with all Predator applications:

  • VMware vSphere
  • VMware ESXi
  • VMware ESX Server
  • VMware GSX Server
  • VMware Workstation

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Support for the following Hyper-V virtual machine platforms or hypervisors are included with all Predator applications:

  • Hyper-V with Windows 2019 Server - Requires v11
  • Hyper-V with Windows 2016 Server - Requires v11
  • Hyper-V with Windows 2012 Server
  • Hyper-V with Windows 2008 Server
  • Hyper-V Server

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NOTE: Includes support for 32 bit and 64 bit editions. The latest service packs for each hypervisor and OS should be installed.

Implementations utilizing VMware or Hyper-V hypervisors require purchasing Predator FLM to simplify license management within a hypervisor style environment. Support for Predator FLM's USB SIM requires exposing the bare metal USB port to the Predator VM, dedicating a USB port on another PC or utilizing a Network attached USB hub.

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  • Can the Predator USB SIM be used within VMware?

    Posted by Jim Abbassian March 1st 2018

    Yes. Physical USB ports on the host can be mounted to a virtual machine. This provides USB device connectivity to the virtual machine. This process is compatible with the Predator USB SIM.

  • Can the Predator USB SIM be used within Hyper-V?

    Posted by Jim Abbassian March 1st 2018

    Yes. Physical USB ports on any Windows PC can be mounted to a virtual machine via a third party utility. This provides USB device connectivity to the virtual machine. This process is compatible with the Predator USB SIM. An example utility is www.usb-over-ethernet.com

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* Best effort will be made to support your network. However, not all features are supported within all corporate networks. Some Predator features require changes to network security, configuration and infrastructure by corporate IT.