Vm-Ware Workstation Installation and Introduction and Windows 10pro OS Installation

Write by -- KISHAN

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I think many of you have already installed VMware. So without wasting any time, let’s install it together right now.

We’ll also give you a quick introduction to VMware so you understand what it is and how it works.
Let’s begin the practical session and get started!

Before we move ahead, let me quickly show you the installation steps.

This will make it easier for you to understand how to install VMware, dear friends.

Just follow along and you’ll be ready in no time!

==VM-WARE WORKSTATION [INSTALLATION]==

Whatever practical installation I'm showing you right now, I'm doing it inside Windows Sandbox because VMware Workstation is already installed on my physical machine. But don't worry, the steps are exactly the same.

I’ll show you the installation step-by-step with a picture.

First, we'll run the VMware file as administrator. As soon as you do that, a graphical popup will appear--just like you can see in my first image. When that shows up, simply click on 'Next'.

You need to check the box for the user agreement, then click the 'Next' button.

Basically, this option lets you choose where to store VMware. By default, VMware gets stored in the C drive, inside the 'Program Files (x86)' folder. It creates a folder named 'VMware', and inside that, there's another folder called 'VMware Workstation' where all the files are saved. It's better to keep it in the default location (C drive), and then click the 'Next' button.

These two check marks are selected for a reason. The first one allows VMware to check for updates, and the second one helps improve performance by sharing usage data with VMware. Just keep both check marks selected and click the Next button to continue.

It’s important to keep both options checked because this will create shortcuts on the Desktop and in the Start Menu Programs folder. After that, click Next to continue.

Just click the Install button.

The installation is in progress. You’ll need to wait for about 1 minute.

Guys, your installation is complete.

* Just a normal Question-and-Answer Before the graphical introduction first, so that you can understand what VMware actually is and why it’s used.

1. What is a VMWARE ?

A- VMware is a company that makes software for virtualization a technology that lets you run multiple operating systems on a single physical computer.

VMware lets you run other operating systems like Windows or Linux inside your existing computer no need to buy a new one.

2. Why it's used ?

A-

• Use Many Operating Systems on One Computer

You can run Windows, Linux, or macOS on the same PC — no need to buy separate computers.

• Safe Place to Test Software

Try new apps or scripts inside a virtual machine. If something goes wrong, your main computer stays safe.

• Easy to Save and Restore

You can pause your virtual machine and save it. Later, you can start from the same point — like saving a game.

• Saves Money

One strong computer can run many virtual machines. No need to buy extra hardware.

• Great for Learning

Students and tech lovers can practice hacking, networking, or operating systems without damaging their real PC.

• Used in Offices

Companies use VMware to run many servers on fewer machines — it saves space, electricity, and money.

*I think you’ve understood what I’m trying to say. So friends, now we’ll explore all the options and features inside VMware — let’s see what services VMware gives us.

(1.)

Right now, you can see many options. We’ll understand each one step by step, and I’ll also teach you how to create a new virtual machine in VMware. That means, in this part, we’ll also learn how to install an operating system inside VMware.

(2.)

1. New Virtual Machine
This option lets you create a new virtual computer inside your existing PC. You can install Windows, Linux, or any other OS in it.

2. New Window
Opens another VMware window. Useful if you want to work with multiple virtual machines at the same time.

3. Open
Lets you open a virtual machine that you’ve already created or saved earlier.

4. Scan for Virtual Machines...
Searches your computer to find any virtual machines that are saved but not showing in the list.

5. Configure Auto Start VMs
Allows you to set certain virtual machines to start automatically when VMware opens.

6. Close Tab
Closes the current tab or virtual machine window just like closing a browser tab.

7. Connect to Server...
Lets you connect to a remote server where virtual machines are stored or managed.

8. Export to OVF...
Saves your virtual machine in a special format (OVF) so you can share or move it easily.

9. Exit
Closes the VMware application completely.

(3.)

1. Cut (Ctrl+X)

Removes selected text or item and saves it temporarily so you can paste it elsewhere.

2. Copy (Ctrl+C)

Copies the selected text or item without removing it, so you can paste it somewhere else.

3. Paste (Ctrl+V)

Inserts the item you copied or cut into the selected location.

4. Virtual Network Editor...

Opens a tool where you can manage and customize the virtual networks used by your virtual machines (like NAT, bridged, host-only).

5. Preferences... (Ctrl+P)

Lets you change general settings for VMware Workstation, like appearance, updates, and default folders.

(4.)

1. Full Screen (Ctrl+Alt+Enter)
Switches the virtual machine to full screen mode, hiding the VMware interface so it looks like a real computer.

2. Console View (grayed out)
Normally shows the VM's screen directly. It’s grayed out because no VM is selected or running.

3. Fit Guest Now (grayed out)
Adjusts the guest operating system’s display to fit the VMware window. It’s grayed out if the VM tools aren’t installed or the VM isn’t active.

4. Fit Window Now (grayed out)
Resizes the VMware window to match the guest OS screen size. Also grayed out if no VM is running.

5. Autosize (submenu)
Contains options to automatically adjust the VM display size based on the window or screen.

6. Customize (submenu)
Lets you change how the VMware interface looks like showing or hiding toolbars and panels.

(5.)

1. Home
Takes you to the main screen of VMware Workstation where you can manage all your virtual machines.

2. Go to Home Tab
Switches directly to the Home tab, even if you're working in another tab.

3. Next Tab (Ctrl+Tab)
Moves to the next open tab — useful when you have multiple virtual machines open.

4. Previous Tab (Ctrl+Shift+Tab)
Moves to the tab before the current one — helps you quickly switch between VMs.

(6.)

1. Help Topics (F1)

Opens the built-in help guide. You can search for instructions or troubleshooting tips.

2. Online Documentation

Takes you to VMware’s website where you can read detailed manuals and guides.

3. Support (submenu)

Gives you options to contact VMware support or access support tools.

4. Hints (submenu)

Shows helpful tips about using VMware features more effectively.

5. Software Updates

Checks if there’s a newer version of VMware Workstation available and lets you update it.

6. About VMware Workstation

Displays version info and license details of your VMware software.

(7.)

1. Green Play Button

Starts or runs the current task like launching a virtual machine or running a program.

2. Printer Icon

Sends the current screen or document to the printer.

3. Clock with Plus Sign

Creates a new snapshot saves the current state of your virtual machine so you can return to it later.

4. Clock with Arrow Right

Restores the virtual machine to a later snapshot (if available).

5. Clock with Arrow Left

Reverts the virtual machine to an earlier snapshot.

6. Two Vertical Bars

Pauses the virtual machine it stops running but doesn’t shut down.

7. Two Rectangles (one inside the other)

Switches to Unity mode lets you run VM apps directly on your host desktop.

8. Square with Four Arrows

Switches to full screen makes the VM take up the whole screen.

9. Terminal Icon

Opens a command prompt or terminal window inside the virtual machine.

* Now in VMware, we will install Windows 10 OS for personal use, and we will also teach you how to install the operating system step by step.

(1.)

Click on Create a New Virtual Machine.

(2.)

Typical (recommended): Easy and quick setup with default settings.

Custom (advanced): Lets you choose advanced options like disk type, controller type, and compatibility.

We are selecting Custom (advanced) so we can explain each setting clearly and give you full control over your virtual machine.

Click Next to continue.

(3.)

This step shows the hardware limits of your virtual machine, like maximum RAM, processor count, disk size, and graphics memory. These limits depend on the VMware version you choose. For most personal or student use, the default settings (Workstation 17.5 or later) are more than enough.

(4.)

In this step, you tell VMware how you want to install the guest OS (like Windows 10).

You have three options:

1. Installer disc: Use a physical CD/DVD to install the OS.

2. Installer disc image file (ISO): Use an ISO file from your computer.

We selected an ISO file here VMware has detected it as Windows 10

3. I will install the operating system later: Create the VM now and install the OS later.

(5.)

Virtual machine name:

We entered Windows 10 x64 this helps you easily identify the VM later.

Location:

This is the folder where VMware will store all files for this virtual machine.

Default path:

You can click Browse... to change the location if needed.

(6.)

VMware asks what kind of boot system your virtual machine should use.
You have three options:

BIOS: Older boot system, used in legacy machines.

UEFI: Modern boot system, faster and more secure.

We selected UEFI recommended for Windows 10 and newer systems.

Secure Boot: Adds extra protection, but may need special configuration.

UEFI is best for most users installing Windows 10 or 11.

Click Next to continue.

(7.)

In this step, you choose how much CPU your virtual machine will use.

Number of processors:
We selected 2 this means the VM will use 2 processors.

Number of cores per processor:
We selected 1 each processor has 1 core.

Total processor cores:
VMware shows 2 this is the total CPU power for your VM.

For normal use (like Windows 10), 2 cores are good. You can change this later if needed.

Click Next to go Next configration wizard.

(8.)

If you give more RAM, the virtual machine will work faster. But 2 GB is enough for basic use.

Click on Next Button

(9.)

This is a Network Type Choose How Your VM Connects to Internet or Other Devices

1. Bridged Networking

Your VM connects directly to your real network (like your Wi-Fi or LAN).

It gets its own IP address, just like another computer on the network.

Use this if you want your VM to behave like a real PC on the same network.

2. NAT (Network Address Translation)

Your VM uses your host computer’s internet connection.

It shares the host’s IP address.

Good for internet access without changing network settings.

This is the default and safest option for most users.

3. Host-Only Networking

Your VM can talk to your host computer, but not to the internet.

Use this for testing or private setups where internet is not needed.

4. No Network Connection

Your VM will not connect to any network.

Use this if you want full isolation (no internet or sharing).

We are connected using NAT. This means our virtual machine uses the host computer’s internet connection and shares its IP address.

(10.)

Click on Next.

(11.)

Click on Next.

(12.)

At this stage, choose how your VM will store data.

Create a new virtual disk best for beginners. It makes a fresh disk file that acts like a hard drive inside your VM.

Use an existing virtual disk reuse a disk you’ve already set up.

Use a physical disk advanced option that gives direct access to a real hard drive. Needs admin rights.

(13.)

Allocate all disk space now boosts performance but uses full space immediately.

Store as a single file better performance.

Split into multiple files easier to move between computers, but slower with large disks.

For beginners, keep the default settings and click Next.

(14.)

Choose where to save your virtual hard disk (.vmdk).

By default, VMware suggests a location but you can click Browse to select your own folder.

If you're storing your file in your VMware folder, just navigate to that folder and confirm the file name (e.g., ).

(15.)

Click on Finish.

==OS INSTALLATION TUTORIAL==

(1.)

Select your preferred language, time format, and keyboard layout.

For most users in India.

Language to install: English (United States)

Time and currency format: English (India)

Keyboard layout: English (India)

Click Next to continue with Windows setup.

(2.)

Click on Install now.

(3.)

Click on check mark and Click on Next.

(4.)

Click on Custom install Windows only (advanced).

(5.)

Create a new Partition and then install windows 10pro.

(6.)

Manual Create a 60 GB (61,440 MB) Partition in Windows

(7.)

As you can see, a 59 GB partition has been created, and 40 GB of space is still unallocated.

unallocated space is a free space you can utilize this space after the installation you can create the drive graphically using this run command (diskmgmt.msc)

click one next but select the 59.4GB partition because os install in this partition.

(8.)

Os Installation Process is start wait for few minutes.