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title: Proxmox Virtual Machine import
slug: legacy/proxmox-virtual-machine-import
description: Learn how to effortlessly import a Proxmox virtual machine with our step-by-step guide. This document covers downloading, transferring, and restoring the `DnsProxy_Proxmox.vma.gz` image using tools like Filezilla and Putty. 
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createdAt: 2024-01-19T10:19:26.338Z
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*Download the Proxmox virtual machine image* from the following link:
[Proxmox virtual machine](https://cloud.flashstart.com/customerarea/share.php?mode=download\&lang=EN\&code=proxmox_dnsproxy)

### To import the virtual machine into your Proxmox environment, follow these steps: 


- **Extract the file** you just downloaded.
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  **Transfer DnsProxy\_Proxmox.vma.gz to the Proxmox datastore** you wish to use to restore the virtual machine, for example, using Filezilla.
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  **Connect to the Proxmox SSH console**, using, for example, Putty, and move to the directory that contains the file you just uploaded.
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  **Type qmrestore DnsProxy\_Proxmox.vma.gz ID\_VM**, where **ID\_VM is the ID** you wish to assign to the new virtual machine.
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  Wait for the **restore process** to complete and then log on to the **Proxmox Web console**.
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  You should see the **new virtual machine named DnsProxy**.
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  Click on the virtual machine and open the **Hardware menu**.
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  Check the **hardware configuration** and, if everything is correct, turn on the **new virtual machine**.
- Continue with configuring the virtual machine according to your needs.

### Related articles:

- [Pro+ Filter setup - Introduction](docId\:K_bf7DPc8ndUCo2j1VCOK) 
- [DNS Proxy configuration](docId\:ngj9T8ZXKzagKGE1npmog) 



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- How to import Proxmox virtual machines.
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