# Use VMXNET3 adapters (instead of E1000)

In order to switch your Virtual Appliance from the previous adapter to use the VMXNET3, follow these steps:

* Power off your Virtual Appliance in the VMWare Console
* Right click the Virtual Appliance, go to Settings
* Select Network Adapter 1 and click Remove
* Click Add and choose Network Adapter
* Choose VMXNET3 under type
* Choose the proper network
* Click Next then Ok
* Power on Virtual Appliance in the VMWare Console
