Get the Distribution Version
Download the Ubuntu distribution version.
Install Ubuntu Linux System
1. Open VMware and Create a New Virtual Machine
Open the VMware main page, click Create a New Virtual Machine > the new virtual machine wizard will pop up.
2. Configuration Type
Select Custom > click Next
3. Virtual Machine Hardware Compatibility
Choose the default option > click Next
4. Install the Operating System
Select Install OS later > click Next
5. Select Operating System
Choose Linux Ubuntu 64-bit > click Next
6. Name the Virtual Machine and Choose Location
Name the virtual machine and choose the storage location. It is recommended to store it outside of the C drive. (Tip: Compress the generated folder and send it to others. They can use it directly, identical to your virtual machine.)
7. Processor Configuration
Set the number of processors. It is recommended not to exceed the number of host cores.
8. Virtual Machine Memory
Use the recommended settings or adjust as needed.
9. Network Configuration
Use the default settings, which can be modified later.
10. Select I/O Controller Type
Use the default option > click Next
11. Select Disk Type
Use the default option > click Next
12. Select Disk
Choose Create a new virtual disk > click Next
13. Specify Disk Capacity
Set the disk size based on your needs. Select Split virtual disk into multiple files > click Next
14. Specify Disk File
Use the default setting > click Next
15. Complete Creation
Click Finish
16. Configure ISO Image
Double-click the corresponding location > select Use ISO image file > find the downloaded ISO file
17. Hardware Configuration
Remove unnecessary devices like the sound card and printer > Click Finish
18. Start Virtual Machine
Click Power on this virtual machine > wait for it to start
19. Select Language
Choose your language > click Install Ubuntu
20. Select Keyboard Layout
Choose based on your needs
21. Updates and Other Software
Select Normal installation > check other options as shown. Click Continue
22. Select Installation Type
Choose Erase disk and install Ubuntu > click Install Now. Confirm formatting
23. Select Location
Select Shanghai or your appropriate timezone
24. Name Linux Username and Computer Name
Set the username and password > click Continue
25. Copy Files
Wait for the file copy process to complete
26. Installation Complete
Click Restart Now > enter the password, and the installation is complete.
Possible Issues
1. Virtual Machine Black Screen on Start
Try shutting down or restarting the virtual machine.
2. Stuck During File Copy Stage
Ensure you are connected to the internet.
3. Error Closing Virtual Machine
Delete the .lck folder in the virtual machine directory.
Useful Features
1. Take Snapshots
Backup the current state and restore if needed.
Operation: Virtual Machine > Snapshot > Take Snapshot
Restore: Virtual Machine > Snapshot > Go to Snapshot
2. Suspend Function
Similar to pausing, resume next time from where you left off.
3. VMware Tools
Supports copy-pasting and file dragging between host and guest machines.
Tips
As a beginner, be patient. Believe that trying again can bring success. Learning is a process of exploration. Don’t always follow a strict sequence; understand what your actions achieve. Don’t fear mistakes; the worst outcome is starting over, which may bring unexpected insights. Face challenges head-on and learn to solve problems using online resources. Once you learn one thing, it often helps you understand others. For instance, learning to install Ubuntu can guide you in installing other Linux systems or even Windows OS, as the main principles remain similar.