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How to Re-Enabling Internet Connection Inside a VM

How To


Summary

This guide explains how to restore internet connectivity in your VM bastion



Steps

How to Re-Enable Internet Connection in a Windows VM

1. Open the VM Console
  • Go to your reservation page and access the Bastion console for the VM.
2. Log In to the VM
  • Use the provided administrator credentials to log in.
3. Re-Enable the Internet Connection
  • Inside the VM: Open Control Panel > Network and Sharing Center > Change adapter settings
  • Right-click on the Ethernet adapter and select Enable
4. Test the Connection
  • Open a browser and visit a website like https://www.google.com
You are done! 

Document Location

Worldwide


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Document Information

More support for:
IBM Technology Zone

Component:
Infrastructure->VMWare

Software version:
All Versions

Document number:
7232150

Modified date:
02 May 2025

UID

ibm17232150