Debian 11 (LXDE)

debian 11 (lxde)
Open in VMC

System Requirements

  • Architecture: ARM64
  • RAM: 1 GB minimum
  • Storage: 10 GB
  • Display: virtio-ramfb-gl

Login Credentials

  • Username: debian
  • Password: debian

Debian 11 with LXDE desktop environment – extremely lightweight and resource-efficient, ideal for older hardware or minimal setups.

Setup Guide

  1. Launch the VM from VMC
  2. Login with username: debian, password: debian
  3. Update system: sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
  4. Install additional software via APT package manager
  5. LXDE provides a familiar desktop experience with minimal resources

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.