Bluestacks Hyper-V Not Working: Troubleshooting Tips

Are you experiencing issues with Bluestacks not working on your Windows system despite having Hyper-V enabled? You're not alone. Many users have reported similar problems, and in this article, we'll explore some troubleshooting tips to help you resolve the issue.

To start, ensure that your system has completed the restart process after enabling Hyper-V. Once you've done so, try launching Bluestacks again. It's crucial to do this as Windows completes the process while restarting.

If Bluestacks still doesn't work, you may want to disable SVM/Intel equivalent features like Device Guard to see if it's an app or a dirty Windows configuration interfering with virtualization. A reboot and checking all running services in Task Manager can help identify any issues. Specifically, look for Hyper-V or Credential Guard services; if they're enabled, it could be the cause of the problem.

To disable Device Guard, you'll need to edit the registry using Regedit. Additionally, disable all services (including Windows ones) in MSConfig. If this doesn't resolve the issue, you can try standard Windows troubleshooting methods.

It's also worth noting that VirtualBox Error Log may provide valuable information about the error. For instance, if you're seeing a VMSetError: Call to WHvSetupPartition failed message, it could indicate an issue with Hyper-V or Credential Guard.

In my case, I had to disable Device Guard and check its status in Regedit to confirm that it was disabled. After an hour of fiddling, I finally figured out the solution.

For those experiencing similar issues, you may want to try closing unnecessary apps running in the background. In my case, I had several apps open when testing Bluestacks, including Nvidia Share, Wallpaper Engine, Steelseries Engine 3, and more. Closing these apps didn't resolve the issue, but it's worth a try.

It's also important to note that Hyper-V must be enabled in BIOS (AMD SVM) for VirtualBox and Bluestacks to function correctly.

If you're still experiencing issues, you may want to consider using Google AVD as an alternative. While it's not as smooth as running Bluestacks or VirtualBox, at least it provides a way to test Android apps on your Windows system.

I hope these troubleshooting tips help you resolve the issue and get Bluestacks working smoothly on your Windows system.

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