If you are converting the Window installation on a physical server to a virtual server, and keeping all the operating system and installed software in place (called a P2V or Physical-to-Virtual conversion), here are some tips and tricks for speeding up your P2V.
Converting a physical server to a virtual will also transfer any rubbish that you would not want to have, slowing down your new virtual instance of your old physical server. This may include;
You might follow some, or none of the above – it all depends upon the needs of your individual source server.