Binary translation incompatible with long mode in VMware [FIX]

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Updated onOctober 4, 2023

updated onOctober 4, 2023

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When it comes to creatingvirtual machines, VMware is one of the greatest tools on the market. VMware helps you get many different virtual computers on the same physical device.

However, many users encountered the “Binary translation is incompatible with long mode on this platform. Disabling long mode” error message when trying to open a virtual image in the VMware workstation.

This issue appeared even though the users ranVMware’s utility “Processor Check for 64-Bit Compatibility” with success. The operation was followed by this message: “This host is capable of running a 64-bit guest operating system under this VMware product”.

Therefore, everything seemed ok at this point. So, what was the issue here? We will answer this and fortunately, there is a solution available and today we will show you what to do if you encounter thiserror.

Virtual machine not able to run 64-bit code? Here’s the fix

Enable Intel Virtualization Technology

Luckily, the error“Binary translation is incompatible with long mode on this platform. Disabling long mode”has a very simple solution.

Users found out that Intel Virtualization Technology (VT) is “disabled” by default in BIOS on some devices, such asLenovo ThinkPad W520 that runs on Windows 7 64-bit.

So, follow the steps below to fix the problem.

Conclusion

So, the solution is pretty simple. However, many users complained that VMware doesn’t offer enough information in the pop-up message regarding the problem.

Still, users might receive different error messages, depending on the version of VMware workstation. Some users said they received more detailed information regarding theerror.

As you can see, the message above offers some solutions to fix theerror.

Did our solution work for you? Did you find another method to fix theissue? Do let us know in the comments section below!

Binary translation incompatible with long mode in VMware [FIX]#

Virtual machine not able to run 64-bit code? Here’s the fix#

Enable Intel Virtualization Technology#

Conclusion#

Binary translation incompatible with long mode in VMware [FIX]

Virtual machine not able to run 64-bit code? Here’s the fix

Enable Intel Virtualization Technology

Conclusion