How to Install VMware Tools on an Ubuntu Server

VMware tools is a set of drivers and utilities that enhance the performance of a guest system. To install VMware tools, you need to follow these steps:

Firstly, you should change directories into the VMware tools distribution by running the command: `tar xzvf /mnt/cdrom/VMwareTools-x.x.x-xxxx -C /tmp/`. This will extract the contents of the VMware tools bundle. Note that the file name of the VMware tools bundle varies depending on your version of the VMware product.

Next, you need to mount the CD-ROM by running the command: `sudo mount /dev/cdrom /mnt/cdrom` or `sudo mount /dev/sr0 /mnt/cdrom`. This will allow you to access the files on the CD-ROM. You do not need to enter your password again for the next five minutes.

Once the CD-ROM is mounted, you can start the installation process by running the command: `/mnt/cdrom/VMwareTools-distrib/installer`. This will begin the installation of VMware tools. Note that you may be prompted to accept the default settings or supply your own answers. If you want to accept the defaults, you can do so by using the `-d` switch.

After starting the installation process, you will be asked to enter your Ubuntu admin user password. When prompted, enter your password and click 'Download Now' to begin the download.

Finally, create a directory to mount the CD-ROM by running the command: `mkdir /mnt/cdrom`. This will allow you to access the files on the CD-ROM.

In summary, installing VMware tools on an Ubuntu server involves changing directories into the VMware tools distribution, mounting the CD-ROM, starting the installation process, and entering your Ubuntu admin user password. By following these steps, you can enhance the performance of your guest system with VMware tools.

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