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Virtual network adapter not getting installed

The issue started when I tried to add a new virtual network in VMware Workstation 14 using Virtual Network Editor but the changes revert back without getting applied. I tried with different versions multiple times but the issue remained. Then I noticed the virtual network adapter is not getting installed during the VMware installation process (I'm attaching the pic below). The same thing happened for Virtual Box too. At last I tried enabled Hyper-V, and during the reboot I get the message "We Couldn’t Complete the Updates. Undoing Changes". What can I do to sort this issue?

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Hi Praneeth,

 

Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

 

Upon researching, I see that this issue could be fixed by repairing the VMware. I would suggest you to run the VMware installer again and select Repair. Restart the machine when prompted and see if it works.

 

If the issue persists, I suggest you to post your query in the TechNet Forums, where we have support professionals well equipped with the knowledge on VMware.

 

Regards,

Junaid A
Microsoft Community - Moderator

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Hi! As I mentioned in my question, the issue is not limited to VMware. I repaired and re-installed VMware multiple times, tried installing Virtual-Box, tried enabling Hyper-V, but the issue is still there.

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Hi Praneeth,

 

Apologies for the delayed response. You may want to try the steps listed below and check if it works.

 

  • Open Command Prompt (Admin) and run the following command:

    set show_nonpresent_devices = 1

  • Exit Command Prompt and go to Device Manger. Click on View > Show hidden devices.

  • Remove the network adapters that are greyed out and no longer in use.

  • Exit Device Manger and see if the issue persists.

 

If the issue persists, I suggest you to post your query in the TechNet Forums, where we have support professionals well equipped with the knowledge on VMware.

Junaid A
Microsoft Community - Moderator

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