EFI/GPT Instances of Windows Server 2008 Boot to Stop Code 0xc000000e when virtualized on A Datto Device.
Issue
When you try to virtualize a pre-R2 Windows Server 2008 system which uses EFI boot and a GPT system partition, you see the boot error,
0xc000000e Info: An unexpected error has occurred
Environment
- Datto SIRIS
- Datto ALTO
- Windows Server 2008
Cause
Windows Server 2008 (pre-R2) does not support booting from GPT volumes using an MBR/BIOS boot volume, which is how Datto constructs its virtual machines. This issue appears on the VM boot screen when you try to view screenshots in the device UI:
Resolution
Screenshot Verification is not supported for pre-R2 Windows Server 2008 systems using EFI boot with GPT partitions. If you are in a disaster recovery situation or need verification that your recovery points are viable, contact Datto Technical Support for assistance.
