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CPU Allocation in hyper v

Mohammed Nadeem 161 Reputation points
2021-03-17T04:53:31.523+00:00

Hi

We have windows server 2012 R2 cluster.

We have each server sockets:2 , Cores:16 (8core\sockets) and its showing 32 logical processor in performance (task manager).

So How many virtual CPUs will I get for virtual machines ?

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  1. Xiaowei He 9,936 Reputation points
    2021-03-17T09:29:34.21+00:00

    Hi,

    A virtual machine’s vCPU count means the maximum number of threads that the VM can run at any given moment.

    Generally, it's recommended to set 8 vCPUs per 1 physical core. You may check the following artcile for detailed information about virtual CPU:

    https://www.altaro.com/hyper-v/hyper-v-virtual-cpus-explained/

    (Please note: Information posted in the given link is hosted by a third party. Microsoft does not guarantee the accuracy and effectiveness of information.)

    Thanks for your time!
    Best Regards,
    Anne

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