"I contacted Microsoft support to obtain an executable (not publically available) that would fix the existing sites"

Gary LaPointe code for moving webs -- other similar programs at this site.

GUID's, anyone?

code examples

"When provisioning virtual machines, either from a new build or during a physical-to-virtual conversion, questions will always come up on how many virtual processors to assign to the host. "

"a running configuration of things I have learned over the years in performing physical-to-virtual (P2V) as well as virtual-to-virtual (V2V) conversions. The Visio diagram in Fig. 1 shows what can be a wonderful springboard for you to customize in your organization to collect lessons learned, avoid pitfalls with conversions and implement your own procedures, such as change controls and support contacts. "