Install VMware Tools on Ubuntu Edgy (VMware 5.5.3)
Installing VMware Tools on Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy Eft)
According to the release notes for VMware Workstation 5.5.3, it offers "Experimental support for Ubuntu Linux 6.10, both 32-bit and 64-bit". This functionality allows for direct installation of VMware Tools on Ubuntu 6.10 (Edgy Eft) without the need for compilation.
If you are operating an earlier version of VMware Workstation, this guide will provide the necessary steps. Begin the installation process by selecting "Install VMware tools" from the application's menu.
A new icon will appear on your desktop, and a File Browser window should automatically launch. Should the File Browser fail to open, simply double-click the cdrom icon to access the installation files.
Extracting the VMware Tools Archive
Locate the file named VMwareTools-5.5.3-xxxxx.tar.gz within the virtual CD-ROM. Right-click on this file and choose the "Extract To" option.
Select a suitable directory on your system where the files will be extracted.
The extracted VMware Tools will be placed within the chosen folder.
Terminal Installation
Open a terminal window and navigate to the directory where you extracted the files. Ensure you are positioned within the vmware-tools-distrib directory.
Execute the following command to initiate the installation script:
sudo ./vmware-tools.pl
Addressing Potential Conflicts
If a previous version of VMware Tools is detected, you may encounter a message indicating a conflict with the vmxnet network driver.
To resolve this, execute the following commands with sudo before re-running the installation script:
sudo /etc/init.d/networking stopsudo rmmod vmxnetsudo ./vmware-tools.pl
Finalizing the Installation
Once the installation script completes, it is crucial to run these commands to ensure proper network configuration:
sudo /etc/init.d/networking stopsudo rmmod pcnet32sudo rmmod vmxnetsudo depmod -asudo modprobe vmxnetsudo /etc/init.d/networking start
After completing these steps, your system should be fully functional with the newly installed VMware Tools. A system reboot is recommended to guarantee a smooth startup and optimal performance.