I recently re-installed a TrueNas server on version 25.04.1 and discovered the new instances features for virtualization. One of the VMs that I typically run is a Windows 11 VM that I utilized for remote management and some other tasks. During the VM creation I discovered that there is no longer t…

While I appreciate the effort I think I’ll just wait a week for 25.10.2

I may have missed an announcement - how does that change the VirtIO situation?

Classic Virtualization comes back [image] Fangtooth 25.04.2 Nightly is available with Classic Virtualization Announcements As you are all aware, Classic Virtualization is returning in Fangtooth 25.04.2. Our QA testing is ongoing and is expected to be complete within 2 wee…

Excellent news - I guess the effort was not completely wasted since you still have to load the VirtIO drivers even on the older virtual machine styles. It was just remarkably easier since you had access to a non-VirtIO based virtual CD.

And also very handy for anyone wanting to experiment with Instances no doubt.

Windows 11 - TrueNas Instances - VirtIO Drivers

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SmallBarky July 27, 2025, 1:50am 4

Classic Virtualization comes back

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Windows 11 - TrueNas Instances - VirtIO Drivers

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