Once this is done, you can use the settings tab to adjust the hardware components.ĭo you want to transfer files from the host and virtual machine or vice versa? You can also enable that setting at this stage. All that is left at this point is to click ‘Create’ to make the virtual hard disk But you can skip this step if the default options are adequate. Once this is done, you have the option of changing the file location and size. ‘Dynamically Allocated’ is the superior option because it allows the virtual machine to manage the resources it has on hand. The ‘Fixed Size’ option will limit the size of the virtual hard disk. VirtualBox wants to know if it should allow the virtual hard disk space to expand as the need arises or if it should set a maximum size. The program will eventually ask you to specify the storage. However, many professionals will recommend the VirtualBox Disk Image (VDI). You can choose any file type that suits you. VirtualBox will prompt you to select a hard disk file type You can also choose a third option where you don’t create a virtual hard disk. The second option applies to consumers with an XP virtual disc on the computer. The settings will give you the option of either making a virtual hard disc or using an existing virtual hard disc file. You can create one by going to the virtual hard disc settings. A virtual machine needs a virtual hard disc But you can settle for 4GB, especially if you have a modern machine with a lot of RAM. Naturally, you have to configure the specs of the virtual machine to match the demands of the operating system. If you don’t alter the location, the program will use the default location. Use the Machine Folder section to make this change. You can also specify the location where you want to install the virtual machine. Fortunately, you can change this value manually. The program may specify a 32-bit OS when you prefer 64-bit or vice versa. However, you should pay attention to the version of windows. Make sure you type ‘Windows XP.’ Once you enter the name, the program will adjust the Type and Version field values accordingly.
Enter the name of the operating system in the Name field Go to ‘ Machine’ and then ‘ New.’ The goal is to access the virtual machine creation wizard.
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