Configure your VM to skip Ethernet and use Wi-Fi exclusively for connectivity.
Configure your VM to skip Ethernet and use Wi-Fi exclusively for connectivity.
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You've started Workstation 17 Pro. Are your Ethernet and Wi-Fi cards integrated into the motherboard or do you use a USB adapter? I can't assume your setup matches mine since my case only has built-in Wi-Fi and I have a USB Ethernet adapter. Let's swap roles. There doesn't seem to be a PCI Passthrough option in Workstation like ESXi does—you can route any PCI device, such as the wireless card. You'll likely need to use bridging. If your adapter isn't USB-based, follow these steps:
1. Open the Virtual Network Editor in Workstation.
2. Go to the Edit tab and click on "Virtual Network Editor Select Change Settings" (bottom right).
3. Return to Edit > Virtual Network Editor.
4. Find the network labeled "bridged" and note its adapter name.
5. In VMnet Information, choose the dropdown next to "Bridged to."
6. Pick your wireless adapter from there.
7. Click Apply and OK.
For your VM:
- Go to the VM tab > Settings.
- Under hardware, select Network Adapter.
- Under Network Connection, choose "Bridged" or use the Custom dropdown to set the virtual network name of your bridged adapter (e.g., VMnet0).
8. Save changes.
If the VM doesn't connect, repeat steps 1–3 and make sure the "replicate physical network connection state" checkbox is selected. This will treat the wireless card as an Ethernet adapter. You'll need to link to your computer's Wi-Fi to get the VM online. If you're using a USB adapter, switch to the VM tab, select Removable devices, and choose your wireless card from the list. It should now appear directly connected to the VM. Let me know if this works!