qemu-system-x86_64 -m 4096 -smp 2 -boot d \ -drive file=windows7.qcow2,if=virtio,index=0,media=disk,format=qcow2 \ -drive file=windows7_install.iso,index=1,media=cdrom \ -drive file=virtio-win.iso,index=2,media=cdrom \ -net nic,model=virtio -net user -enable-kvm -vga qxl Use code with caution. Step 4: Load Drivers During Windows Setup Begin the standard Windows 7 installation process.

Building your own virtual disk from a standard Windows 7 installation ISO guarantees that the operating system is clean, secure, and fully customized to your specific needs. Step 1: Create a Blank QCOW2 Virtual Disk