SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8

The easiest method of installing SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8 in a virtual machine is to use the standard SUSE distribution CDs. The notes below describe an installation using the standard distribution CD; however, installing SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8 via the boot floppy/network method is supported as well.

Before you begin, verify that the following tasks are complete:

•	Read General Installation Instructions for All VMware Products.

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Only the BusLogic virtual SCSI adapter is supported in a SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8 virtual machine on ESX Server 2.5.x. The LSI Logic virtual SCSI adapter is supported for SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 8 virtual machines on ESX Server 3.x. and 4.x. Only the LSI Logic virtual SCSI adapter is supported in a SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 9 virtual machine with more than 4GB of memory on ESX Server 3.x and 4.x.

Installation Steps

1	Insert the SLES 8 installation CD in the CD-ROM drive.

2	Power on the virtual machine.

3	Follow the prompts to continue with the installation.

4	At the LILO screen, let the boot proceed using the default selection of linux.

5	At the Desktop Settings screen, select 640x480 256 colors.

6	Follow the prompts to complete the installation.

7	Install VMware Tools.