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How do you uninstall Hyper-V from a Windows machine? - savas - 11-21-2022
So, you've decided to uninstall Hyper-V from your Windows machine, huh? No problem, I can walk you through that. It’s pretty straightforward, and you’ll be up and running in no time.
First, you’ll want to jump into the Control Panel. Just type "Control Panel" in the search bar next to the Start menu and hit enter. Once you’re in there, look for "Programs" and then click on "Turn Windows features on or off." This will open a window that shows you all the optional features in Windows.
Scroll down the list until you spot Hyper-V. You might see it listed as just "Hyper-V," but there are probably sub-items like "Hyper-V Platform" and "Hyper-V Management Tools." Go ahead and uncheck all those boxes. Once you’ve done that, click “OK” to save your changes. The system will then process your request, which might take a few moments.
After that, Windows will prompt you to restart your computer. It’s a good idea to go ahead and do that. When your machine boots back up, Hyper-V should be gone.
If you’re using a version of Windows that has it installed as a feature—like Windows 10 Pro, Enterprise, or Education—you should be all good. However, if you run into any issues, you can always check for Windows Updates right after uninstalling. Sometimes, lingering system components can mess things up, and a quick update can seal the deal.
Now, if you were using Hyper-V for virtual machines, remember to back them up or migrate them elsewhere before you uninstall, since those VMs might get lost in the shuffle. It’s an easy mistake to overlook if you’re just eager to clean things up.
And that’s it! You’ve successfully uninstalled Hyper-V, and your machine should feel a little lighter now. If something seems off after the reboot, don’t hesitate to do a bit of troubleshooting, but most of the time, it should go smoothly. Happy computing!
I hope my post was useful. Are you new to Hyper-V and do you have a good Hyper-V backup solution? See my other post