Getting Started with VMware PlayerVMware Player 6This document supports the version of each product listed andsupports all subsequent versions until t
nNetscape 7.x or laternSafari 1.x or laternOpera 7.54u2 or laterBecause Chrome does not support JavaScript on local systems, you cannot display the Pl
nTo use a different keysym mapping table that is not in the xkeymap directory, add the xkeymap.fileNameproperty and set it to the path to the table.Fo
Table 6‑1. V-Scan Codes for the 104-Key U.S. Keyboard (Continued)Symbol Shifted Symbol Location V-Scan CodeI 0x017O 0x018P 0x019[ { 0x0
Table 6‑1. V-Scan Codes for the 104-Key U.S. Keyboard (Continued)Symbol Shifted Symbol Location V-Scan CodeF4 0x03eF5 0x03fF6 0x040F7
Table 6‑1. V-Scan Codes for the 104-Key U.S. Keyboard (Continued)Symbol Shifted Symbol Location V-Scan CodeDelete function pad 0x153Windows left
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Configuring Network Connections 7Player provides bridged networking, network address translation (NAT), and host-only networking toconfigure a virtual
Virtual Network AdaptersWhen you use the New Virtual Machine wizard to create a new virtual machine, the wizard creates a virtualnetwork adapter for t
Host-Only NetworkingHost-only networking creates a network that is completely contained within the host computer. Host-onlynetworking provides a netwo
Configure Bridged Networking for an Existing Virtual MachineYou can configure bridged networking for an existing virtual machine.To configure bridged
Configuring Host-Only NetworkingWhen you install Player on a Windows or Linux host system, a host-only network (VMnet1) is set up foryou. Host-only ne
Compatible Virtual Machines and System ImagesPlayer can run virtual machines and system images that other VMware products create and some non-VMware p
3 Select the host-only network.Option ActionUse the default host-only network(VMnet1)Select Host-only: A private network shared with the host.Use a cu
4 Select the virtual network adapter type.Option DescriptionBridgedThe virtual machine is connected to the network by using the networkadapter on the
5 Verify that the guest operating system is configured to use an appropriate IP address on the newnetwork.a If the virtual machine is using DHCP, rele
IndexAaccelerated 3D graphicspreparing a virtual machine 71preparing the host system 70using 70acceleration, disabling 60additional information 5
installing PlayerLinux host 14Windows host 13installing VMware ToolsFreeBSD (tar installer) 35Linux (tar installer) 32Microsoft Windows 31NetWare
stopping virtual machines 42streaming virtual machines 40, 41suspending virtual machines 43system requirements, host system 7Ttar installer 32tra
working directory, changing 68worksheet, typical virtual machine 22XX server and keyboard mapping 97x-key codes, defined 98xFree86 and keyboard ma
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Installing and Using Player 2You can install Player on a Linux or Windows host system. Installing Player typically involves running astandard GUI wiza
Install Player on a Linux HostYou run the Linux bundle installer to install Player on a Linux host system. On most Linux distributions, theLinux bundl
Linux Command Line Installation OptionsYou can use command line installation options to install Player on a Linux host system.To use the installation
ProcedurenTo uninstall Player on a Windows host system, use the Windows uninstall feature.For example, on Windows 7, select Start > Control Panel &
nUse the About VMware Player window to access information about your installation of Player,including license key information. Click Player > Help
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Creating Virtual Machines 3You create a new virtual machine in Player by using the New Virtual Machine wizard and import third-party and Open Virtuali
Getting Started with VMware Player2 VMware, Inc.You can find the most up-to-date technical documentation on the VMware Web site at:http://www.vmware
Selecting a Guest Operating SystemThe New Virtual Machine prompts you to select the source media for the operating system that will runinside the virt
Table 3‑1. Easy Install Information for Windows Guests (Continued)Easy Install Prompt DescriptionPassword (Optional) The password to use for an accou
Specifying Disk Capacity for a Virtual MachineIf you instruct the New Virtual Machine wizard to create a new virtual disk during a custom configuratio
Create a Virtual MachineYou create a virtual machine in Player by running the New Virtual Machine wizard.PrerequisitesnVerify that you have the inform
What to do nextIf you used Easy Install and the virtual machine did not power on when the installation finished, power onthe virtual machine to start
Procedure1 If you are installing the guest operating system from an installer disc, configure the virtual machine touse a physical CD-ROM or DVD drive
Importing Virtual MachinesYou can import Windows XP Mode, Open Virtualization Format (OVF), and Windows Virtual PC virtualmachines in Player.Import a
3 Type a name for the virtual machine, type or browse to the directory for the virtual machine files, andclick Import.Player performs OVF specificatio
nConfigure VMware Tools Updates for a Specific Virtual Machine on page 30You can configure virtual machines that have Windows or Linux guest operating
For Windows and Linux guest operating systems, you can configure the virtual machine to automaticallyupgrade VMware Tools. Although the version check
ContentsGetting Started with VMware Player 5 1Introduction and System Requirements 7Host System Requirements 7Virtual Machine Features and Specificati
Option DescriptionSystem proxy settings(Linux hosts only) Player uses the host proxy settings to access theVMware Update Server.Manual proxy settingsa
nManually Install or Upgrade VMware Tools in a Windows Virtual Machine on page 31All supported Windows guest operating systems support VMware Tools.nM
4 Follow the on-screen instructions.5 If the New Hardware wizard appears, follow the prompts and accept the defaults.6 If you are installing a beta or
5 Change to a working directory, for example, /tmp.cd /tmp6 Delete any previous vmware-tools-distrib directory before you install VMware Tools.The loc
Procedure1 On the host, from the Player menu bar, select Player > Manage > Install VMware Tools.If an earlier version of VMware Tools is install
6 Run the installer and configure VMware Tools.cd vmware-tools-distrib./vmware-install.plUsually, the vmware-config-tools.pl configuration file runs a
7 Run the installer and configure VMware Tools.cd vmware-tools-distrib./vmware-install.plUsually, the vmware-config-tools.pl configuration file runs a
ProcedureuSelect a method to uninstall VMware Tools.Operating System ActionWindows 7, 8In the guest operating system, select Programs > Uninstall a
Table 3‑5. Virtual Machine Files (Continued)Extension File Name Descriptionvmname-s###.vmdk If you specified that the files can increase, filenames i
Using Virtual Machines 4You can use Player to run new and existing virtual machines on the host system, including virtual machinesand system images th
Moving Virtual Machines 73Delete a Virtual Machine 75View the Message Log for a Virtual Machine 76Using the VIX API 76 6Configuring and Managing Devic
nEnable Autologon in a Windows Virtual Machine on page 41With Autologon, you can save your login credentials and bypass the login dialog box when youp
Procedure1 Run the vmplayer command and specify the URL of the virtual machine.Both HTTP and HTTPS are supported.Option DescriptionWindows hostvmplaye
PrerequisitesnVerify that the guest operating system is Windows 2000 or later.nVerify that you have an existing user account to enable Autologon. The
nTo power off a virtual machine without shutting down the guest operating system, select Player >Power > Power Off.If soft power operations are
ProcedureuSelect Player > Power > Reset.If soft power operations are configured for the virtual machine in Workstation, Reset Guest appears inth
nMapping a Virtual Disk to the Host System on page 51Instead of using shared folders or copying data between a virtual machine and the host system, yo
Using the Copy and Paste FeatureYou can cut, copy, and paste text between virtual machines and between applications running in virtualmachines.You can
nMounting Shared Folders in a Linux Guest on page 49After you have enabled a shared folder, you can mount one or more directories or subdirectories in
3 Select a folder sharing option.Option DescriptionAlways enabledKeep folder sharing enabled, even when the virtual machine is shut down,suspended, or
ProcedurenDepending on the Windows operating system version, look for VMware Shared Folders in MyNetwork Places, Network Neighborhood, or Network.nIf
Getting Started with VMware PlayerGetting Started with VMware Player describes how to install and use VMware® Player.Intended AudienceThis guide is in
ndmasknro (read only)nrw (read-write)rw is the default.If you are using a virtual machine that was created with the Windows version of Player, or a pr
4 Click OK to save your changes.Disable Folder Sharing for a Virtual MachineYou can disable folder sharing for a specific virtual machine.Procedure1 S
5 Browse to a virtual disk (.vmdk) file, select it, and click Open.6 Select the volume to map or mount and select an unused drive letter on the host s
For example, if the host system is using a floppy drive, you must connect the floppy drive to the virtualmachine before you can use it in the virtual
Connecting USB Devices to Virtual MachinesWhen a virtual machine is running, its window is the active window. If you plug a USB device into the hostsy
Procedure1 Select the virtual machine and select Player > Manage > Virtual Machine Settings.2 On the Hardware tab, select USB Controller.3 Desel
Install a PDA Driver and Synchronize With a Virtual MachineTo install a PDA driver in a virtual machine, you must synchronize the PDA with the virtual
Solution1 If you have problems with autoconnection, perform these steps.a Select the virtual machine and select Player > Removable Devices to disco
You can use smart cards with Windows operating systems and most Linux distributions. VMware providesfull smart card support for Windows virtual machin
Procedure1 Find the global configuration file on the host system.Operating System LocationMost Windows hostsC:\Documents and Settings\All Users\Applic
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Procedure1 Select the virtual machine and select Player > Manage > Virtual Machine Settings.2 On the Hardware tab, select Memory, set the final
Configure Display Settings for a Virtual MachineYou can specify monitor resolution settings, configure multiple monitors, and select accelerated graph
nVerify that the guest operating system display mode is larger than the host system display mode. If theguest operating system display mode is smaller
Unity mode is not available in full screen mode on Windows.PrerequisitesnVerify that the virtual machine is a Player 3.x or later virtual machine.nVer
3 Select a Unity window decoration option.Option DescriptionShow bordersSet a window border that identifies the application as belonging to thevirtual
Use Multiple Monitors for One Virtual Machine in PlayerIf the host system has multiple monitors, you can configure a virtual machine to use multiple m
A Web browser opens to the Virtual Appliance Marketplace page on the VMware Web site. You can browseto and download virtual appliances from this page.
Configuring and Managing VirtualMachines 5You can change virtual machine options, configure video and sound card settings, and move virtualmachines to
Change the Guest Operating System for a Virtual MachineIf you upgrade the guest operating system that is installed in a virtual machine, or if you spe
2 Select File > Open a Virtual Machine.3 Browse to the new location of the .vmx file and click Open.Change the Memory Allocation for a Virtual Mach
Introduction and SystemRequirements 1Player is a desktop application that lets you create, configure, and run virtual machines. You can also usePlayer
Setting Screen Color DepthThe number of screen colors available in the guest operating system depends on the screen color setting ofthe host operating
2 If you have a Windows host system, move the Hardware Acceleration slider to the Full position.Option DescriptionWindows XPRight-click the desktop an
Configuring SoundPlayer provides a sound device compatible with the Sound Blaster AudioPCI and supports sound inWindows 95, Windows 98, Windows Me, Wi
Moving Virtual MachinesYou can move a virtual machine that was created in Player to a different host system or to a differentlocation on the same host
4 Open the virtual machine in Player.Option DescriptionIf you moved the virtual machine toa different location on the samehost systemRemove the virtua
nChoose a reasonable amount of memory to allocate to the virtual machine.For example, if the host system does not have enough physical memory to suppo
The virtual machine and all of its files are removed from the host file system.View the Message Log for a Virtual MachineYou can view the message log
Configuring and Managing Devices 6You can use Player to add devices to virtual machines, including DVD and CD-ROM drives, floppy drives,USB controller
2 On the Hardware tab, click Add.3 In the Add Hardware wizard, select DVD/CD Drive.4 Select a physical drive or ISO image file to connect to the drive
8 Click Finish to add the drive to the virtual machine.9 Click OK to save your changes.Configure Legacy Emulation Mode for a DVD or CD-ROM DriveUse le
If you have an Intel CPU that has VT-x support, you must verify that VT-x support is enabled in the hostsystem BIOS. The BIOS settings that must be en
Although the host operating system must support USB, you do not need to install device-specific drivers forUSB devices in the host operating system to
Enable Support for Isochronous USB DevicesModems and certain streaming data devices, such as speakers and webcams, do not work properly in avirtual ma
nRemove a Virtual Hard Disk from a Virtual Machine on page 86Removing a virtual hard disk disconnects it from a virtual machine. It does not delete fi
Procedure1 Select the virtual machine and select Player > Manage > Virtual Machine Settings.2 On the Hardware tab, click Add.3 In the New Hardwa
12 Use the guest operating system tools to partition and format the new drive.Add an Existing Virtual Hard Disk to a Virtual MachineYou can reconnect
PrerequisitesnPower off the virtual machine.nVerify that the virtual disk is not mapped or mounted. You cannot expand a virtual disk while it ismapped
Remove a Virtual Hard Disk from a Virtual MachineRemoving a virtual hard disk disconnects it from a virtual machine. It does not delete files from the
Configuring Virtual PortsYou can add virtual parallel (LPT) ports and virtual serial (COM) ports to a virtual machine. A Playervirtual machine can use
2 On the Hardware tab, click Add.3 In the New Hardware wizard, select Parallel Port.4 Select where the virtual parallel port sends output.Option Descr
4 Comment out the line that refers to the lp module in the /etc/modules.conf or /etc/conf.modules file.The name of the configuration file depends on t
Disk Drive Requirements for Host SystemsHost systems must meet certain disk drive requirements. Guest operating systems can reside on physicaldisk par
Add a Virtual Serial Port to a Virtual MachineYou can add up to four serial (COM) ports to a virtual machine. Virtual serial ports can output to physi
8 (Optional) On the Hardware tab, select the new serial port, select Yield CPU on poll, and click OK.This option is useful if you are using debugging
nAdd a Generic SCSI Device to a Virtual Machine on page 92You must add a generic SCSI device to the virtual machine to map virtual SCSI devices on a v
7 On the Hardware tab, select the SCSI device identifier to use for the device from the Virtual devicenode drop-down menu and click OK.For example, if
CauseA driver for that device is not installed on the host system, a driver on the host system prevents the devicefrom being detected, or the virtual
Configuring Eight-Way Virtual Symmetric MultiprocessingWith virtual symmetric multiprocessing (SMP), you can assign processors and cores per processor
Configuring Keyboard FeaturesYou can change key combinations for hot-key sequences in Player and the language for the keyboard thatVNC clients use. Yo
3 Select an option from the Enhanced virtual keyboard drop-down menu.Option DescriptionOffThe virtual machine does not use the enhanced virtual keyboa
nIf Player does not recognize the remote server as an XFree86 server, add thexkeymap.usekeycodeMapIfXFree86 property and set it to TRUE.This property
2 Add the xkeymap.keycode.code property and set it to the v-scan code.code must be a decimal number and the v-scan code must be a C-syntax hexadecimal
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