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Overview
NanaBox is a third-party lightweight XAML-based out-of-box-experience oriented Hyper-V virtualization software based on Host Compute System API, Remote Desktop ActiveX control and XAML Islands.
NanaBox is not a Hyper-V client because Host Compute System API is low-level API of Hyper-V WMI Providers which used in Hyper-V Manager, and Host Compute System API is stateless which not available to manage virtual machines listed in Hyper-V Manager.
NanaBox chooses Host Compute System API instead of Hyper-V WMI Providers because the author (Kenji Mouri) wants to have portable virtual machine configurations and feels disgusting for registering virtual machine configurations into system.
NanaBox chooses define own JSON-based virtual machine configurations format because Hyper-V's VMCX is a binary format and no documented format definitions from Microsoft.
All kinds of contributions will be appreciated. All suggestions, pull requests, and issues are welcome.
For more information about development roadmap, please read https://github.com/M2Team/NanaBox#development-roadmap.
Before using the NanaBox, the author recommend you to read NanaBox Configuration File Reference (https://github.com/M2Team/NanaBox/blob/main/Documents/ConfigurationReference.md) first.
Features
Based on Host Compute System API as virtualization backend.Support Hyper-V Enhanced Session Mode for Windows Guests.Support Hyper-V Nested Virtualization.Support Hyper-V GPU paravirtualization solution a.k.a GPU-PV.Support expose COM ports and physical drives to the virtual machine.Support enables Secure Boot for virtual machine.Use JSON based format to support portable virtual machine.Packaging with MSIX for modern deployment experience.Modernize the UI with XAML Islands with dark and light mode support.Full High DPI and partial Accessibility support.Support full screen mode.Multi-language Support: English and Simplified Chinese.Enable the relative mouse mode in Windows 11 Version 24H2 or later Host OS.Support the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 for virtual machines in Windows 11 Version 24H2 or later Host OS.Support customize partial System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) information for virtual machines.Support cursor confining with Ctrl+Alt+Left/Right shortcut key for improve user experience for some applications. (Press the same shortcut key if you want to release cursor confining.)
What's new
For more information about the changelog of the latest version, please read https://github.com/M2Team/NanaBox/releases/latest.
Additional Information
- Developed by Kenji Mouri
- Version 2025.02.14
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Requires
Available on: PC
OS: Windows 10 version 19041.0 or higher
- Published 2022-12-05
- Size 3.53 MB
- File Type appx/msix
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Language
Chinese (Simplified)
English -
Permissions
Uses all system resources
Use your location
Use your webcam
Use your microphone
Access your Internet connection
Access your Internet connection and act as a server.
Access your home or work networks
- Microsoft Store ID 9njxjscb2jk0
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How to download and install NanaBox from the Microsoft
Method 1: Download and Install via the Microsoft Store
This is the most straightforward and secure way to get NanaBox.Step 1: Open the Microsoft Store
Step 2: Search for NanaBox
Step 3: Download and Install
Step 4: Access the App
Method 2: Download from the Official Microsoft Website
If you prefer downloading directly from the web, you can use the official Microsoft website.Step 1: Visit the NanaBox Page
Step 2: Download the App
Step 3: Install NanaBox
Step 4: Use NanaBox
Tips for a Smooth Installation
Conclusion:
Both methods ultimately utilize the Microsoft Store, ensuring the app's safety and reliability. Whether you prefer browsing within the Store or starting via the website, both approaches lead you to successfully download and install NanaBox.NanaBox FAQs
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