How much RAM is required for vmware

how much RAM is required vmware? Is 8GB is sufficient for this and all programming purpose?And should I go for 16 or 8GB ram for better performance with M1 MacBook Air

Posted on Feb 21, 2021 11:01 PM

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Posted on Feb 25, 2021 10:54 AM

The more the better. This will allow you to "share" larger amount of memory for each VM that you create. VMware should provide you with a default amount, and recommended amount to help guide you.


However, AFAIK, the M1 Macs DO NOT support VM managers. At least, not yet. Nor do they support Boot Camp. You will still need an Intel-based Mac for either of those.

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Feb 25, 2021 10:54 AM in response to dibakar289

The more the better. This will allow you to "share" larger amount of memory for each VM that you create. VMware should provide you with a default amount, and recommended amount to help guide you.


However, AFAIK, the M1 Macs DO NOT support VM managers. At least, not yet. Nor do they support Boot Camp. You will still need an Intel-based Mac for either of those.

Feb 21, 2021 11:47 PM in response to dibakar289

dibakar289 Said:

"How much RAM is required for vmware: how much RAM is required vmware? Is 8GB is sufficient for this and all programming purpose?And should I go for 16 or 8GB ram for better performance with M1 MacBook Air"

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4GB, according to this post: System Requirements for VMware Fusion 12.x, 11.5, 11.1.1, 10.x (2005196) - VMware Fusion


RAM:

Using VMware takes up a lot of multitasking. So, if you were to install it, using 16GB would be more ideal.

Feb 25, 2021 8:17 AM in response to dibakar289

dibakar289 Said:

"How much RAM is required for vmware: how much RAM is required vmware: Cal i used kali linux as virtual machine on my m1 chip?

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Use of Kali Linux as a VM:

Yes. I appears it will install, but there are quite a few issues reported. These are all reportedly asked right in VMware’s own community forums — many having to do with a blank screen after the install. View this Search Queue: “kali linux”

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