And 40 minutes later, I have my own answers:
1. My problem was that I hadn't allocated enough memory to the prototype VHD. Apparently it requires 2GB of memory when originally set in Hyper V. That did the trick.
2. Also, I didn't need the RemoteFX 3D Video Adapter in the prototype VHD. It seems like its a nice to have, not a NEED to have.
I'm off and running now.
