Guide to Install Ubuntu on VirtualBox

Aug 22, 2024

Installing Ubuntu 22.04 in VirtualBox on Windows 11

Overview

  • Objective: Install Ubuntu 22.04 LTS in VirtualBox on Windows 11.
  • Resources: All steps and tools will be linked in the video description.

Minimum Requirements

  • RAM: At least 4 GB.
  • Hard Disk Space: Minimum 25 GB available.
  • CPU: 2 cores recommended.
  • Files Needed:
    • Ubuntu ISO image file.
    • VirtualBox.
    • VirtualBox Extension Pack (installation guide available).

Step 1: Download Ubuntu ISO

  • Visit the Ubuntu download page
  • Download link for version 22.04 (3.4 GB).
  • Expected support until April 2027.

Step 2: Set Up VirtualBox

  1. Open VirtualBox.
  2. Create a New Virtual Machine:
    • Name: "Ubuntu"
    • Type: Linux
    • Version: Ubuntu 64-bit
  3. Allocate Memory:
    • Recommend maxing out memory within the green area (at least 4 GB).
  4. Create Virtual Disk:
    • File Type: VDI (VirtualBox Disk Image).
    • Storage: Dynamically allocated.
    • Size: At least 25 GB (30 GB recommended).
  5. Modify Settings:
    • Processors: At least 2 CPUs (max for performance).
    • Display: Set video memory to 128 MB.
    • Storage: Point to downloaded ISO image.

Step 3: Installing Ubuntu

  1. Start Virtual Machine:
    • Select the virtual machine and click "Start."
    • Choose option to "Try or Install Ubuntu."
  2. Installation Process:
    • Select language (English) and proceed with installation.
    • Accept default options (normal installation, download updates).
    • Choose "Erase Disk and Install Ubuntu" (only affects virtual drive).
    • Confirm changes and set up user profile (name, username, password).
  3. Complete Installation:
    • Click "Restart Now" when prompted.

Step 4: Logging In and Finalizing Setup

  1. After reboot, log in with chosen password.
  2. Follow any prompts for initial setup (location services, application installations).
  3. To adjust display settings:
    • Install Guest Additions for full screen.
    • Open terminal and run sudo apt update.
    • Insert Guest Additions CD image from Devices menu.
    • Navigate to CD and run autorun.sh to install.
    • Restart virtual machine after installation.

Step 5: Full Screen Mode

  • After reboot, select full screen mode from the view menu.

Conclusion

  • Ubuntu 22.04 successfully running in VirtualBox on Windows 11.
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