Debian 10.4 (Custom i3)

debian 10.4 (custom i3)
Open in VMC

System Requirements

  • Architecture: ARM64
  • RAM: 1 GB minimum (2 GB recommended)
  • Storage: 8 GB
  • Display: virtio-ramfb

Login Credentials

  • Username: debian
  • Password: debian

Debian 10.4 with i3 window manager – a lightweight, tiling window manager perfect for power users who prefer keyboard-driven workflows.

Setup Guide

  1. Open the VM in VMC and wait for boot
  2. Login with the provided credentials
  3. Press Mod+Enter to open a terminal (Mod is usually Windows/Command key)
  4. Update packages: sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
  5. Learn i3 shortcuts with man i3 or press Mod+Shift+e to exit

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.