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+#linux #libvirt #virtualisation
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+Single root input/output virtualization: enables sharing of single PCI-e devices with multiple guests.
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+Physical device = PF (Physical Function)
+Virtual device = VF (Virtual Function)
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+A PF is divided (by manufacturer) into *n* VFs. Thus a PF can be shared at most with *n* guests. \ No newline at end of file