How to Install Mikrotik Router on VMware Workstation । Class -1
Installing MikroTik RouterOS on VMware Workstation involves creating a virtual machine (VM) and then installing RouterOS on it. Here are the steps to install MikroTik RouterOS on VMware Workstation:
⚪ Prerequisites:
VMware Workstation installed on your computer.
MikroTik RouterOS ISO image downloaded from the MikroTik website.
⚫ Installation Steps:
➼ Open VMware Workstation:
Launch VMware Workstation on your computer.
➼ Create a New Virtual Machine:
Click on "File" and then select "New Virtual Machine."
The New Virtual Machine Wizard will open.
➼ Choose Typical Configuration:
Select "Typical" and click "Next."
➼ Select the Installer Disk Image File:
Choose "Installer disk image file (iso)" and click "Browse."
Locate and select the MikroTik RouterOS ISO image you downloaded earlier.
Click "Next."
➼ Enter the Virtual Machine Name and Location:
Specify a name and location for your VM.
Click "Next."
➼ Specify Disk Capacity:
Set the disk size for your RouterOS VM. The default value should be sufficient for most purposes.
Click "Next."
➼ Ready to Create Virtual Machine:
Review the settings and click "Finish" to create the VM.
➼ Edit Virtual Machine Settings (Optional):
Before starting the VM, you can modify its settings as needed. Right-click on the VM in the VMware Workstation interface and select "Settings."
Here, you can adjust hardware settings, such as the number of CPU cores, RAM, network adapters, etc.
➼ Power On the VM:
Start the VM by clicking the "Power on this virtual machine" button in VMware Workstation.
➼ Install MikroTik RouterOS:
When the VM starts, it will boot from the MikroTik RouterOS ISO image.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install RouterOS on the virtual machine.
You will need to set up basic configuration settings like hostname, IP address, and password during the installation process.
➼ Access RouterOS:
After the installation is complete, you can access the RouterOS command-line interface (CLI) through the VMware Workstation console.
You can also use tools like WinBox to manage your RouterOS VM from your host computer.
➼ Configuration and Management:
Once RouterOS is installed, you can configure it to suit your networking needs. You can use the command-line interface or graphical tools like WinBox for configuration.
"That's it! You have successfully installed MikroTik RouterOS on VMware Workstation. You can now configure and manage your virtual router as needed for your networking projects"
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