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I'd like to convert my laptop (Windows Vista) into a VirtualBox VM. I think there is a utility for VMWare, but is it possible to do with Virtual Box?

Also, do I need another (host) PC to run the conversion process?

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+1: Very interesting question, I'd love to see this one get answered! – Wuffers May 13 '11 at 15:48
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If no one else comes up with an answer / all in one tool then I would suggest simply using the VMWare converter tool and importing the virtual machine to Virtual Box.

Using this tool, you do not need to use a second machine.

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-1: The OP already knows that this exists. – Wuffers May 13 '11 at 15:51
@Mark Szymanski - yes, but it doesn't look like he knows that it can be imported, and not knowing of a better tool, I am letting him know that he can import it! – William Hilsum May 13 '11 at 15:53
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Ok, undone my downvote, and replaced it with a +1! – Wuffers May 13 '11 at 15:55
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I like to use Disk2VHD for creating virtual disk. This virtual disk can then be used inside any created VirtualBox virtual machine.

This tool will also "reset" drivers on Windows so they will boot and detect their new virtual environment without any issues.

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That is very good. Imaging the drive is an obvious option, but drivers would definitely be an issue. I like that this tool is aware of that and can handle it. – Synetech May 14 '11 at 0:23
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