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Yes, you can get signed GPLPV drivers from [http://wiki.univention.de/index.php?title=Installing-signed-GPLPV-drivers univention.de].
 
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=== What is the Windows PV Driver Subproject/team? ===
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This project has taken the the XenServer Windows PV Drivers, re-written them and contributed them to the Xen Project. The Windows PV Driver Subproject is developing these drivers under Xen Project governance,
   
 
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Revision as of 15:59, 3 September 2014

What are the GPLPV Drivers and where can I get them?

A collection of open source Window PV drivers that allow Windows to be para-virtualized. They are currently being implemented under the leadership of James Harper. More information on these drivers at:

How can I tell if the GPLPV Drivers are loaded correctly?

If the drivers are installed correctly there should be a Xen Project device under 'System Devices' in device manager.

Can I get signed GPLPV Drivers?

Yes, you can get signed GPLPV drivers from univention.de.

What is the Windows PV Driver Subproject/team?

This project has taken the the XenServer Windows PV Drivers, re-written them and contributed them to the Xen Project. The Windows PV Driver Subproject is developing these drivers under Xen Project governance,