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To register on-premise VMs with AWS Systems Manager, creating a Service Role, installing certificates, and registering the VMs is essential.

The Service Role allows Systems Manager to perform actions on behalf of the user. This is important because AWS Systems Manager requires permissions to make calls to other AWS services on the user's behalf, ensuring that system management is compliant with the necessary security policies.

Installing the required certificates is also crucial, as this establishes a secure connection between the on-premise VMs and the AWS Systems Manager. The certificates validate the identity of the systems and ensure that data is transmitted securely over the internet.

Finally, registering the VMs is the last step in this process, allowing the on-premise infrastructure to be managed through AWS Systems Manager. This enables operations such as patch management, inventory collection, and compliance tracking, providing a centralized management solution for both cloud and on-premise resources.

The integration of these steps is what allows on-premise virtual machines to leverage AWS Systems Manager's features effectively, thus maximizing the management and operational capabilities of hybrid environments.