UTM

Creating a VM

1) Create new Machine

2) Select Virtualise

3) Select "Other" operating system

4) Select the downloaded aarch64 ISO file

5) Set the amount of ram you want

The default of 4096mb is typically fine.

6) Set the amount of storage you want

If you wish to sync the blockchain in this VM image, ensure you set this to over 300gb.

7) Skip any shared directory configuration

8) Name your VM image and open settings

9) Configure Bridged networking

• Select Network on the lefthand side.
• Change Network Mode to Bridged (Advanced)

10) Add serial monitor interface (optional)

• Click on New... in the Devices section on the lefthand side.
• Select Serial from the drop down menu.
• Click the new Serial entry in the Devices section.
• Make sure the Mode is set to Built-in Terminal

When starting up the virtual machine, there will be a window with log messages and a login prompt once the machine is done booting.

11) Save & Launch

Configuring

Once you have booted your VM, please continue with the installation guide.