During my time at Microsoft, I had the opportunity to work with some of the most innovative technologies in the industry. One of those technologies was Native VHD Boot, which I had the chance to explore during the beta testing phase of Windows 7 back in 2008. At the time, very little information was available to the public about this groundbreaking technology.

As an internal employee, I was determined to learn everything I could about Native VHD Boot. I reached out to the product team and asked them all sorts of questions about its internal workings. Armed with this knowledge, I decided it was time to share it with the world.

As the original author of the comprehensive guide to Native VHD Boot, I went through a six-month journey throughout the company. I wrote, validated, collaborated with technical writers, and finally published the document on the Microsoft download site.

Although it’s been over five years since the document was removed from the Microsoft download site, you can still download it from my personal page. The Microsoft learn link is still up and running, so you can access the guide and learn about Native VHD Boot and its benefits.

In conclusion, my journey through Native VHD Boot was a thrilling experience that allowed me to gain an in-depth understanding of this innovative technology. I hope that my guide can be useful to you, and that it inspires others to explore the exciting world of technology.

Native VHD Boot: A Walkthrough of Common Scenarios

Download the document (pdf) here.