Hyper-V Is Not Installed (code 1902)
Situation
When you try to create or run a Hyper-V backup plan, the following error occurs: Hyper-V is not installed. Hyper-V role is not installed on this computer
Cause
The Hyper-V role is not installed or was disabled.
Solutions
Hyper-V can be enabled in many ways, including using the Windows 10 control panel, PowerShell, or using the Deployment Imaging Servicing and Management tool (DISM).
Check System Requirements
Hyper-V requires:
- Windows 10 Enterprise, Pro, or Education
- 64-bit Processor with Second Level Address Translation (SLAT)
- CPU support for VM Monitor Mode Extension (VT-c on Intel CPUs)
- Minimum of 4 GB memory
Refer to the Hyper-V System Requirements article for the actual requirements and limitations.
If required, upgrade from Windows 10 Home edition to Windows 10 Pro by opening up Settings -> Update and Security > Activation.
For more information and troubleshooting, see Windows 10 Hyper-V System Requirements.
Enable Hyper-V using PowerShell
Open a PowerShell console as Administrator.
Run the following command:
Enable-WindowsOptionalFeature -Online -FeatureName Microsoft-Hyper-V -All
If the command is not found, make sure you are running PowerShell as Administrator.
When the installation completes, reboot the computer.
Enable the Hyper-V role through Settings
- Right-click the Windows button, then select Apps and Features.
- Select Programs and Features on the right under related settings.
- Select Turn Windows Features on or off.
- Select Hyper-V, then click OK.
When the installation completes, reboot the computer.