Unable to upgrade OS from Server 2003 to 2008 after virtualization in VMware

We have been unable to upgrade any of our Windows Server 2003 to 2008 after they have been virtualized. After what looks like a successful upgrade it just gets stuck on the Microsoft corporation screen. No issues if the server was built
in VMware. We use the same install files for both Physical and Virtual Servers.

I'd check the log files.
http://support.microsoft.com/kb/928901
Regards, Dave Patrick ....
Microsoft Certified Professional
Microsoft MVP [Windows]
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