11.4. Cloning a virtual machine by using the web console
To create new virtual machines (VMs) with a specific set of properties, you can clone a VM that you had previously configured by using the web console.
Cloning a VM also clones the disks associated with that VM.
Prerequisites
You have installed the RHEL 10 web console.
For instructions, see Installing and enabling the web console.
- The web console VM plugin is installed on your system.
- Ensure that the VM you want to clone is shut down.
Procedure
- Log in to the RHEL 10 web console.
In the Virtual Machines interface of the web console, click the Menu button of the VM that you want to clone.
A drop down menu is displayed with controls for various VM operations.
Click .
The Create a clone VM dialog is displayed.
- Optional: Enter a new name for the VM clone.
Click .
A new VM is created based on the source VM.
Verification
- Confirm whether the cloned VM is displayed in the list of VMs available on your host.