Configuring Virtual Network Adapter Device Status Settings

Device status settings control when a virtual network adapter is connected to a virtual machine.

To configure virtual network adapter device status settings for a selected virtual machine, select VM > Settings, click the Hardware tab, and select the virtual network adapter.

Table 1. Device Status Settings

Setting	Description
Connected	Connect the virtual network adapter while the virtual machine is running.
Connect at power on	Connect the virtual network adapter when you power on the virtual machine.