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Convert the VM to a Template (XenServer)

The template allows you to create any number of customized Windows virtual machines.

Follow these steps:

  1. Shut down the Windows virtual machine.
  2. Use XenCenter to convert the prepared image to a template.

    The template appears in CA Server Automation and can be used for customized provisioning.