This tool significantly enhances automation capabilities and is particularly valuable for DevOps workflows and advanced users who need to manage multiple VMs efficiently.
Use community-patched modules if you are on a very new kernel (e.g., Linux 6.10+). Repositories like mkubecek/vmware-host-modules provide the necessary fixes. Install VMware Tools
: The VMware kernel modules ( vmmon , vmnet ) may not compile properly with certain Linux kernel versions, particularly kernel 6.8 and newer. VMware-Workstation---17.6.0-24238078.x86-64.bundle
chmod +x VMware-Workstation-17.6.0-24238078.x86-64.bundle
: Supports new guest operating systems and virtual hardware versions. Install VMware Tools : The VMware kernel modules
Ensure your kernel headers are installed, run the bundle with sudo , and enjoy the power of native x86 virtualization on Linux.
. Commercial licensing has been streamlined, and the standalone "Player" version has effectively been merged into the Pro offering for many distribution paths. New Platform Support: 17.6.0 (Build 24238078) Architecture: Linux (Ubuntu
file extension indicates this is the standard installation package for Linux distributions. 17.6.0 (Build 24238078) Architecture: Linux (Ubuntu, Fedora, CentOS, etc.) File Size: Approximately 450–500 MB Key Features and Improvements Enhanced Guest OS Support
sudo ./VMware-Workstation---17.6.0-24238078.x86-64.bundle --console --eulas-agreed
To streamline performance and bolster hypervisor security, Broadcom removed several legacy features in this release. This version completely removes: