ArchLinux ARM

archlinux arm
Open in VMC

System Requirements

  • Architecture: ARM64
  • RAM: 2 GB minimum (4 GB recommended)
  • Storage: 10 GB
  • Display: virtio-ramfb-gl

Login Credentials

  • Username: arch
  • Password: arch

A lightweight and flexible Linux distribution for ARM architecture. ArchLinux ARM brings the simplicity and customization of Arch Linux to ARM devices, perfect for development and learning.

Setup Guide

  1. After opening the VM in VMC, wait for it to boot completely
  2. Login using the credentials provided above
  3. Update the system with sudo pacman -Syu
  4. Install additional packages as needed using pacman
  5. Xfce desktop environment is pre-installed and ready to use

Troubleshooting

  • VM won’t boot: Check that virtualization is enabled in VMC settings and your Mac meets the system requirements.
  • Slow performance: Allocate more RAM in VM settings (recommended 4GB+) and close other applications.
  • No network: Ensure network adapter is set to “Shared Network” in VMC settings.
  • Display issues: Try different display adapters in VMC settings or update to the latest VMC version.