How to Install VMware Workstation Pro 12 on CentOS 64-bit Linux

October 8, 2015 | By the+gnu+linux+evangelist.

VMware Workstation 12 Quick Start for CentOS

Hi! The Tutorial shows you Step-by-Step How to Install VMware Workstation Pro 12 on CentOS 6.x/7.x/8.x/8-Stream/9-Stream x8664 GNU/Linux KDE/GNOME Desktop.

Most Noteworthy: VMware Workstation 12 is the Latest Available Release for Legacy CPUs prior to 2011.

Includes Detailed Commands & Instructions on VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation on CentOS that Show Every single Step and Command involved…

VMware Workstation Pro 12 continues VMware’s tradition of delivering leading edge features and performance that technical professionals rely on every day when working with virtual machines.
With support for the latest version of Windows and Linux, the latest processors and hardware, and the ability to connect to VMware vSphere and vCloud Air, it’s the perfect tool to increase productivity, save time and conquer the cloud.

Install VMware Workstation 12 on CentOS - Featured

A Short List of the VMware Workstation 12 Features:

  • Built for Microsoft Windows 10 and More
  • Display Powerful 3D Graphics
  • Ready for High Resolution Displays
  • Create Powerful Virtual Machines
  • Ready for the Latest Hardware
  • Enhanced Connectivity
  • Build Virtual Networks
  • Leverage the Power of vSphere and vCloud Air
  • Protect your Work and Save Time
  • Run Restricted Virtual Machines
  • Expiring Virtual Machines
  • Virtual Machine Cross Compatibility
  1. Download VMware Workstation Pro 12 (30 Days Trial)

    VMware Workstation Pro 12 Linux 64-bit
  2. Open a Shell Terminal emulator window
    (Press “Enter” to Execute Commands)

    Installing VMware Workstation Pro 12 on CentOS - Open Terminal

    In case first see: Terminal QuickStart Guide.
    Or Login into the Server Shell.

  3. Then Start the VMware-Workstation Installation Wizard

    cd $HOME/Downloads
    su -c "chmod +x ./VMware-Workstation*12*.bundle"
    su -c "./VMware-Workstation*12*.bundle"

    If Got “User is Not in Sudoers file” then see: How to Enable sudo
    If the Graphical Installer is Not Launching then type ‘q’ to Accept License…

  4. Then Follow the VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation WorkFlow
    Accept the License:

    Linux CentOS VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation - Accept Licenses
    If Already have a License Key then Inserts it. Otherwise follow on…
    Linux CentOS VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation - Insert License Key
    Then Start Installation:
    Linux CentOS VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation - Start Installation
    Linux CentOS VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation - Installing
    Linux CentOS VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation - Success

  5. Then you can Enjoy the VMware Workstation 12 for Linux.

    Linux CentOS VMware Workstation Pro 12 Installation - VMware Workstation Pro 12 GUI

  6. How to Install VMware-Tools on VMware Workstation Guests:

    VMWare Tools Installation Guides
  7. How to Install Google-Chrome Web Browser on CentOS Linux
    Installing Google-Chrome Web Browser on CentOS.


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