Parallels Workstation 2.1b6 released; some users experiencing loss of network capabilities -- fixes
Parallels Workstation 2.1b6 released; some users experiencing loss of network capabilities -- fixes
Parallels Workstation 2.1b6 has been introduced, bringing several major enhancements to the virtualization software, which allows running of Windows (3.1, 3.11, 95, 98, Me, 2000, NT, XP, 2003), any Linux distribution, FreeBSD, Solaris, OS/2, eComStation, or MS-DOS in secure virtual machines alongside Mac OS X.
The new release offers the following enhancements:
- USB fixes (more devices supported: PDA, scanner, etc.)
- Shared Folders fixes (added support for guest Windows 2000)
- Network improvements: host-only networking
- Custom video resolutions support added
- Image Tool introduced
- Autoupdate introduced
- Kernel panic in virtual memory manager fixed
- Shutdown in fullscreen mode hang fixed
- Virtual disk sync() problem with Linux guests fixed
Loss of network capabilities -- fixes Some users are reporting a loss of either wired or wireless network facilities after updating to Parallels Workstation 2.1b6.
Fixes
Use Parallels' hotfix Parallels has now responded (in record time) with a downloadable fix that will restore network connectivity for most users having issues after the update.
Disable then re-enabled driver In some cases, this issue can be resolved by navigating to the Parallels tools center, then disable and re-enable the network driver. Apply the settings.
Turn off Parallels Host-Guest Adapter Boot the your system into Mac OS X and navigate to the Network pane of System Preferences. In the "Show:" menu, select "Network Port Configurations" then disable the "Parallels Host-Guest Adapter" item. Re-boot into Windows XP and check for network accessibility.
Re-install Parallels In some cases, you may need to re-install Parallels after performing some of the above workarounds, particularly turning off the Parallels Host-Guest Adapter.
Use fixed IP Go to Windows XP's networking settings and disable DHCP. You may have to manually enter your DNS server addresses (you can usually get this information from your ISP's web site).
If you are experiencing any issues after the installation of this release, please let us know.
Previous coverage
- Parallels Workstation (Virtualization) software (#5): Version 2.1b5 released: Adds USB support; shared folders
- Parallels Workstation (Virtualization) software (#4): Version 2.1b4 released; No way to migrate Virtual PC disks
- Parallels Workstation (Virtualization) software (#3): 2.1b2 released; Notes from an in-house engineer
- Parallels Virtualization software (#2): Selecting the optical drive; Using function keys; Benchmarks; more
- Parallels Virtualization software debuts: Allows simultaneous running of Windows XP and Mac OS X
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