{"id":46482,"date":"2022-05-25T23:36:09","date_gmt":"2022-05-25T23:36:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/linuxiac.com\/?p=46482"},"modified":"2024-09-24T14:14:01","modified_gmt":"2024-09-24T14:14:01","slug":"how-to-install-virtualbox-on-almalinux-rocky-linux","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/linuxiac.com\/how-to-install-virtualbox-on-almalinux-rocky-linux\/","title":{"rendered":"VirtualBox 7.1 Installation on AlmaLinux \/ Rocky Linux Made Easy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

VirtualBox is a free and open-source virtualization software commonly used at the desktop level to create a test environment. It enables you to create and run virtual machines<\/a>, which are guest operating systems, including Linux, Windows, Unix, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Immediately, I want to clarify that VirtualBox is unavailable for installation in the official\u00a0Alma and Rocky\u00a0repos. However, there is an effortless and straightforward way to install it, which I will show you in easy-to-follow steps in this guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Install VirtualBox on AlmaLinux \/ Rocky Linux<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The tutorial will use the sudo command<\/a> and assume you, as a regular user, already have sudo privileges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 1: Add VirtualBox Repository<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As previously stated, VirtualBox is unavailable for installation in the AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux repos. So, the first thing to do is add its official repository to our system with the command below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To do so, type the following:<\/p>\n\n\n

sudo dnf config-manager --add-repo=https:\/\/download.virtualbox.org\/virtualbox\/rpm\/el\/virtualbox.repo<\/code><\/span>Code language:<\/span> Bash<\/span> (<\/span>bash<\/span>)<\/span><\/small><\/pre>\n\n\n
\"Adding<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Next, update the package list. You will be asked if you accept importing the VirtualBox’s repository public key into your system. Confirm by typing “y<\/code>” and pressing Enter<\/code>.<\/p>\n\n\n
sudo dnf update<\/code><\/span>Code language:<\/span> Bash<\/span> (<\/span>bash<\/span>)<\/span><\/small><\/pre>\n\n\n
\"Updating<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Step 2: Check Versions Available for Installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This step will search for VirtualBox versions that are available for installation on our AlmaLinux \/ Rocky Linux system.<\/p>\n\n\n
sudo dnf search virtualbox<\/code><\/span>Code language:<\/span> Bash<\/span> (<\/span>bash<\/span>)<\/span><\/small><\/pre>\n\n\n
\"Check<\/a>
Check available VirtualBox versions for installation.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
As can be seen, we have three options available: 6.1, 7.0, and 7.1. Of course, we opt for the latest and greatest VirtualBox 7.1<\/a>, which provides us with this virtualization software’s most recent and best features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 3: Install Prerequisites<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
But first, we must install several packages that VirtualBox needs during its installation to build the essential components for its proper operation.<\/p>\n\n\n
sudo dnf install kernel-devel kernel-headers gcc make perl elfutils-libelf-devel<\/code><\/span>Code language:<\/span> Bash<\/span> (<\/span>bash<\/span>)<\/span><\/small><\/pre>\n\n\n
Step 4: Install VirtualBox 7.1 on AlmaLinux \/ Rocky Linux<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Everything is already prepared for the actual installation. Now, to install VirtualBox on our AlmaLinux \/ Rocky Linux system, run the following commands:<\/p>\n\n\n
sudo dnf install VirtualBox-7.1<\/code><\/span>Code language:<\/span> Bash<\/span> (<\/span>bash<\/span>)<\/span><\/small><\/pre>\n\n\n
When prompted, type\u00a0“y<\/em>”\u00a0to confirm and hit\u00a0“Enter<\/em>.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\"Install<\/a>
Install VirtualBox 7.1 on AlmaLinux 9 \/ Rocky Linux 9.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Just to clarify, during the installation, you’ll again be prompted to import the repo’s GPG signing key. Just type “y<\/em>” and press “Enter<\/em>” to import it. And that’s all! VirtualBox has been installed successfully and is ready for use on your Alma \/ Rocky system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
In addition, you can run the below command to check the status of VirtualBox’s Linux kernel module service.<\/p>\n\n\n
sudo systemctl status vboxdrv<\/code><\/span>Code language:<\/span> Bash<\/span> (<\/span>bash<\/span>)<\/span><\/small><\/pre>\n\n\n
\"Checking<\/a>
Checking VirtualBox’s Linux kernel module service status.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
Great! As you can see, the service is fully operational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Step 5: Install VirtualBox Extension Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
This is an optional step, but I strongly encourage it because it will make working with VirtualBox on your AlmaLinux \/ Rocky Linux system easier and more convenient. VirtualBox Extension Pack unlocks many great features, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n