Click at the top left of the application interface. 2. Configure Source System Select Powered-on machine .

Launch the Converter Standalone application as an Administrator. Click the button in the top-left corner of the primary dashboard. Step 2: Select the Source System In the Source System dropdown, select Powered-on machine .

If your target hypervisor is VMware ESXi 5.0, 5.1, or 5.5, modern converters will refuse the connection. Version 5.5 ensures direct, API-level compatibility without handshake failures. 3. Physical-to-Virtual (P2V) Migration for Older Hardware

While newer versions exist, version 5.5 is uniquely required for legacy operating systems and older vSphere destinations. This guide covers how to safely locate, download, and utilize this specific version. Technical Specifications and Compatibility

: If your target environment allows, it is highly recommended to use the latest release, vCenter Converter Standalone 6.6 (released February 2024), which includes critical security patches and support for modern operating systems. Key Features of Version 5.5

If you managed to source the 5.5 installer for a legacy migration, follow these steps for a smooth transition: