Can you run Windows 11 on Virtual Machine?

Just like any other OS, one can install and use Windows 11 on Virtual Machine. You just have to allocate the right amount of memory and disk space, and you will be good to go. However, the experience won’t be as smooth as it would be on a physical computer, but if you want to access Windows 11 early then it is a good option.

Install Windows 11 on Oracle VM VirtualBox

Before starting the installation of Windows 11 on VirtualBox, you should enable hardware virtualization. These are the things you need to do to install Windows 11 on Oracle VirtualBox. Let us talk about them in detail.

1] Download Windows 11 ISO file

Windows 11 ISO file is a must-have if you are trying to install Windows 11 on VirtualBox. You can download the official Windows 11 ISO from Microsoft and save it on the host computer.

2] Download and Install Oracle VM VirtualBox

If you already have the VirtualBox, you can skip the process. But if you don’t have the VM in question, download it for free from virtualbox.org. If you are on Ubuntu, paste the following command in the terminal to install Virtualbox on your system.

3] Create a new Virtual Machine

To create a new Virtual Machine, follow the given steps.

4] Start VM and Boot from Windows 11 ISO file

You will be able to see the newly created VM on the left side of the VirtualBox window. Select it and click Start.

Now, click on the folder icon, then Add, now navigate to the location where you have stored Windows 11 ISO and select it.

5] Install VM on Windows 11

To install Windows 11 on VirtualBox, follow the given steps. Finally, follow the on-screen instructions to install Windows 11.

That’s it! Enjoy the brand new Windows. Read: How to install VMWare ESXi in a Hyper-V Virtual Machine.

How to install VirtualBox Guest Addition in Windows 11?

To install VirtualBox Guest Addition, follow the given steps. Finally, follow the on-screen instructions and you will be good to go. Read: How to install VirtualBox Guest Additions on Windows 11/10

How to Take Screenshots in VirtualBox?

To take Screenshots in VirtualBox, click View > Take Screenshot. This will open the wizard, go to the location where you want to store your screenshot in the host computer, give it a name and extension and click Save. Read Next: How to install Windows 11 on VMware Workstation Player.