> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://helpcenter.xopero.com/xopero-one-en/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://helpcenter.xopero.com/xopero-one-en/backup-and-recovery/virtual-machines/hyper-v/recovery/whole-machine-restore.md).

# Whole machine restore

## Restoration process

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Open the **Hyper-V** tab (**Virtual Machines** > **Hyper-V**) in [**XMS**](#user-content-fn-1)[^1], then click the **Manage & Restore** button next to the host whose backup you want to restore.

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Select the VM you want to restore and click the **restore** <img src="/files/mkGCXo4ITdG4903O6npL" alt="" data-size="original"> button.

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After choosing the backup plan and VM version, click **Restore** under the backup copy you wish to recover and select the **Whole machine** option from the drop-down list.

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Specify whether to restore the VM to its original location or a new one. Provide key details, including the restored VM’s name and desired power state (on/off) after restoration.

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Next, select a directory for the VM configuration files, choose a location to store the VM disks, and assign a **Hyper-V** switch or resource pool for the network adapters.

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In **Restore settings** you can also limit the internet bandwidth.
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Once configured, click **Start now** to begin the restoration process.
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[^1]: Xopero ONE Management Service