Knowledgebase

• Install Oracle VirtualBox v4.0.8
• Start Oracle VirtualBox v4.0.8

• Choose VHD (Virtual Hard Disk) for compatibility with Microsoft Hyper-V

Enable PAE/NX

Enable 3D acceleration

Enable 2D video acceleration

Enable SSD (if you have a SSD)

Add Windows 8 i*.iso as CD/DVD drive:

Use bridged networking.

Drive options

New

Install guest additions…

• Open the cd in explorer
• Right-click on VBoxWindowsAdditions-x86 (or -amd64 for 64-bit Windows 8) and select Properties.
• Under the Compatibility tab set the compatibility mode to ‘Windows 7’.
• Double-click the file to install, and don’t select the 3D driver or the install will fail.