User`s guide

Configuring a Virtual Machine 215
Select the Connected option if you want the virtual machine to start up with the serial port
connected.
In the Source field, the source device that emulates this serial port is specified. Serial ports can
be emulated by the following devices:
 Real Port. Select this option to connect the virtual machine serial port to one of the existing
serial ports on the host computer. In this case, you will need to choose the appropriate port
on the host computer in the Serial port list.
 Socket. Select this option to connect two virtual machines through the sockets. When
connecting the virtual machine to a socket, you can use the default path to the socket or type
a new one in the Socket field. You can also configure the role the virtual machine will play
in the connection by selecting the necessary role in the Mode list. Selecting Server enables
you to use this virtual machine to direct the other one. Selecting Client enables you to direct
this virtual machine from the other one.
Note: If you change the socket mode of the first virtual machine, make sure that the socket
mode of the second virtual machine is also modified.
 Output File. Select this option to connect the virtual machine serial port to an output file.
You can accept the default path or type your own one in the File field. You can also use the
Choose button to locate the necessary file.
If you want to prevent Virtual Machine Configuration from further unauthorized changes, click
the Lock icon
at the bottom of the window. The next time someone wants to change the
settings on any pane of Virtual Machine Configuration, an administrator's password will be
required.