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Create a virtual machine on VMware Workstation

To create a virtual machine (VM) on VMware Workstation, you can follow these steps:

  1. Open VMware Workstation: Launch the VMware Workstation application on your computer.

  2. Click on "Create a New Virtual Machine": On the home screen of VMware Workstation, click on the "Create a New Virtual Machine" option.

  3. Select the Installation Method: In the New Virtual Machine Wizard, choose the installation method for your VM. You can install from an installation disc, an ISO image file, or an already installed operating system. Select the appropriate option and click "Next."

  4. Specify the Guest Operating System: Choose the guest operating system that you want to install on the virtual machine. Select the operating system version and click "Next."

  5. Name the Virtual Machine: Provide a name for your virtual machine and choose a location where the VM files will be stored. Click "Next" to proceed.

  6. Specify Disk Capacity: Set the disk size for the virtual machine. You can choose to allocate all the space at once or allow it to grow as needed. Adjust the settings according to your requirements and click "Next."

  7. Customize Hardware: In this step, you can configure various hardware settings for your virtual machine, such as the number of CPU cores, RAM allocation, network adapter, and other peripherals. Adjust the settings as needed and click "Next" when done.

  8. Ready to Create Virtual Machine: Review the summary of the virtual machine configuration and click "Finish" to create the virtual machine.

  9. Install the Guest Operating System: If you selected an installation disc or an ISO image as the installation method, VMware Workstation will prompt you to insert the installation media. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the guest operating system on the virtual machine.

  10. Power On the Virtual Machine: Once the guest operating system is installed, you can power on the virtual machine by selecting it in VMware Workstation and clicking on the "Power on" button.

  11. Configure the Virtual Machine: Complete the setup of the guest operating system within the virtual machine, including network settings, software installations, and any other configurations required.

By following these steps, you can create a virtual machine using VMware Workstation and install an operating system of your choice. Remember to have the necessary installation media or ISO image readily available for the guest operating system you intend to install on the virtual machine.

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