VMware workstation 11 has been released and this brief tutorial is going to show you how to install it in Ubuntu. Installing on Windows is easy, just go and grab the executable file for your version of Windows and install. I’ve just installed it on my Windows 8.1 machine.
This new release supports the latest processors and hardware and the ability to connect to VMware’s VCloud Air.
With support for more than 200 operating systems, including Microsoft latest Windows 10 preview, VMware Workstation is a great tool to have if you’re an IT person. It also supports the latest Intel 64-bit and x86 processors including the new Haswell microarchitecture for maximum performance.
You can now create a virtual machine which supports up to 16 vCPU, 8 TB virtual disk and 64 GB memory to run the most demanding applications in your virtualized environment. There are more that are including in the release that are not mentioned above, including support for higher resolution displays like the new QHD+ used in most laptops today.
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- Installing VMware 11 On Ubuntu 14.10
To install VMware 11 on Ubuntu, follow the below steps. The first thing is that you prepare the Ubuntu machine that you want to use as a host machine. The host machine is the machine want to install VMware workstation software on.
The virtual or guest machines are the ones created from within VMware Workstation software.
To get started, open the command console and run the commands below.
sudo apt-get update && sudo apt-get dist-upgrade && sudo apt-get autoremove
The commands above updates Ubuntu and remove unwanted packages including old kernel modules.
Next, run the commands below to install required packages for VMware to function on Ubuntu.
sudo apt-get install build-essential linux-headers-`uname -r`
After that, go and download version 11 of VMware workstation. You must have an account with VMware in order to get it.
https://my.vmware.com/web/vmware/details?downloadGroup=WKST-1100-LX&productId=462&rPId=7183
Once you download it, most likely in your ~/Downloads folder, run the commands below to install it.
cd ~/Downloads
Next, extract or unzip the downloaded content by running the commands below if you downloaded the .zip archive.
unzip VMware-Workstation-Full*.zip
If you did not download the zipped archive, then run the commands below to make the installer executable.
chmod +x VMware-Workstation-Full*.bundle
Next, run the commands below to begin the installation
sudo ./VMware-Workstation-Full*.bundle
You should then see WMware’s installation wizard to complete the installation.
Accept the license agreement to continue.
Follow the wizard and accept the defaults until you’re done. At the end of the wizard, click Install to install.
After installing, go to Unity Dash and launch VMware workstation
That’s it!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to install VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10?
To install VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10, you need to prepare the Ubuntu machine, update Ubuntu, install required packages like build-essential and linux-headers, and then proceed with the installation steps as outlined in the tutorial.
What are the system requirements for VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10?
VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10 requires a host machine with compatible hardware such as Intel 64-bit or x86 processors, at least 64 GB memory, and support for the new Haswell microarchitecture for optimal performance.
Can VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10 run Windows 10 preview?
Yes, VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10 supports more than 200 operating systems, including Microsoft's latest Windows 10 preview, making it an ideal tool for IT professionals to test different OS environments.
What are the new features in VMware Workstation 11 for Ubuntu 14.10?
VMware Workstation 11 for Ubuntu 14.10 introduces support for the latest processors, hardware enhancements like connecting to VMware's VCloud Air, and the ability to create virtual machines with up to 16 vCPU, 8 TB virtual disk, and 64 GB memory.
How to update Ubuntu for VMware Workstation 11 installation?
To update Ubuntu for VMware Workstation 11 installation, you can use commands like 'sudo apt-get update', 'sudo apt-get dist-upgrade', and 'sudo apt-get autoremove' to ensure your system is up-to-date and ready for VMware installation.
What packages are required to install VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10?
To install VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10, you need to install essential packages like build-essential and linux-headers by running the command 'sudo apt-get install build-essential linux-headers-`uname -r`'.
Does VMware Workstation 11 for Ubuntu 14.10 support high-resolution displays?
Yes, VMware Workstation 11 for Ubuntu 14.10 offers support for higher resolution displays like QHD+, making it compatible with modern laptops that utilize high-resolution screens for enhanced visual experience.
What are the benefits of using VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10?
Using VMware Workstation 11 on Ubuntu 14.10 provides IT professionals with a versatile tool to create virtual environments, support a wide range of operating systems, utilize advanced hardware capabilities, and enhance productivity in testing and development tasks.