Introduces a new command-line interface utility that allows users to create, manage, and edit virtual machines directly from the Linux terminal.
The 24238078 build isn't just a standard patch; it is a "transition" update that simplifies the product line while modernizing the backend.
: The specific software generation. Version 17.6 introduced native support for modern operating systems like Windows Server 2025 and Ubuntu 24.04 LTS as both hosts and guests. VMware-Workstation---17.6.0-24238078.x86-64.bundle
: Windows 11 24H2 enables Virtualization-Based Security (VBS) and related features by default, which run a lightweight hypervisor layer underneath the OS. This forces VMware Workstation to operate in a nested virtualization environment, causing performance degradation.
This comprehensive guide covers the technical advancements in this release, step-by-step installation instructions for major Linux distributions, troubleshooting strategies, and optimization techniques. Key Features and Updates in Build 24238078 Introduces a new command-line interface utility that allows
The .bundle installer assumes a standard Linux environment. Before running it, ensure:
vmware -l # Opens GUI license entry
This build introduces official support for newer host operating systems and compilation compatibility with modern Linux kernels (such as Kernel 6.5, 6.8, and early 6.10/6.11 revisions depending on the distribution).
cd /tmp git clone -b workstation-17.5.2-k6.9+ https://github.com/nan0desu/vmware-host-modules.git cd vmware-host-modules make -j8 sudo make install Version 17
Ensure that VT-x (Intel) or AMD-V is enabled in your computer's BIOS/UEFI settings, or the VMs will not run. Conclusion
: Tell VMware to ignore the warning (unless you have ABIs changing):