Unable to install Virtual Network Adapter on UTM and Paralles

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JasonVM
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Unable to install Virtual Network Adapter on UTM and Paralles

Post by JasonVM » Tue Jun 04, 2024 8:08 am

Hi.I am a MAC user (currently using Air M3) but I need to use a windows-based software and it needs to connect to Softether to work (its a client requirement). I tried
using UTM and Parallels for this purpose. But the problem is that when I tried adding a VPN connection, I am unable
to do so and encountered an error which states " Installation of the Virtual Network Adapter device driver failed." I have encountered this on
both UTM and Parallels. I tried googling for some answers but nothing came up. Is there anyone who has encountered the same issue as I have? If so, please help me! I really want to keep using my mac for work and I dont want to use a separate windows laptop. Thanks!
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solo
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Re: Unable to install Virtual Network Adapter on UTM and Paralles

Post by solo » Tue Jun 04, 2024 9:21 am

Use VMware Fusion or install SSTP Connect (usually enabled on SE server by default) or ask your SE admin to enable OpenVPN mode and install Tunnelblick.

JasonVM
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Re: Unable to install Virtual Network Adapter on UTM and Paralles

Post by JasonVM » Wed Jun 05, 2024 7:04 am

YOU'RE HEAVEN SENT!
I installed SSTP Connect directly on my mac and tried to continue if it will work with UTM. The windows-based app worked without Softether on UTM.
So far, so good! Thank you very much!
I checked VMWare Fusion, but it got complicated for Apple Silicon users (starting M1) and I think it's not free.
I also checked Tunnelblick and needs some file configurations after installation.

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