Network connection between host and Guest

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toabhishekverma
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Network connection between host and Guest

Post by toabhishekverma »

Hi Friends,
I want a network connetion between Host and guest OS.
My Host is Windows Vista and Guest is WindowsXP.
I am getting a IP in Windows XP.
But my host system ethernet is not enable because its not connected with real network.
How can i connect (remote desktop/ping) my guest pc.

do i need to install some virtual network software??

Please suggest..

Abhishek
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Post by Sasquatch »

Please use the search next time, this has been asked numerous times. You need a Host Interface. Set an IP on both ends properly and enjoy. Read the manual to see how to set up HIF. No need for a bridge, the VM won't go outside the Host.
Read the Forum Posting Guide before opening a topic.
VirtualBox FAQ: Check this before asking questions.
Online User Manual: A must read if you want to know what we're talking about.
Howto: Install Linux Guest Additions
Howto: Use Shared Folders on Linux Guest
See the Tutorials and FAQ section at the top of the Forum for more guides.
Try searching the forums first with Google and add the site filter for this forum.
E.g. install guest additions site:forums.virtualbox.org

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