Vmware Standalone Converter Unable To Query The Live Linux Source Machine -

This error typically occurs during the "Source Machine" selection phase, immediately after providing the Linux machine’s IP address, root credentials, or SSH key. The converter initiates a connection but fails to retrieve hardware or operating system information, halting the process before conversion can begin.

ssh -v root@<linux_source_ip> If you are prompted for a password or receive Permission denied , correct authentication first. This error typically occurs during the "Source Machine"

While PermitRootLogin yes is required for Converter, consider using key-based authentication and restricting the source IP address in /etc/hosts.allow or via firewall rules for security. Step 4: Temporarily Disable SELinux/AppArmor SELinux (enforcing mode) frequently blocks the Converter’s helper agent. To test: This error typically occurs during the "Source Machine"