Debian 11 (Xfce)

debian 11 (xfce)

System Requirements

  • Architecture: ARM64
  • RAM: 2 GB minimum
  • Storage: 12 GB
  • Display: virtio-ramfb-gl

Login Credentials

  • Username: debian
  • Password: debian

Debian 11 with Xfce desktop – a perfect balance between features and performance, offering a complete desktop experience without heavy resource usage.

Setup Guide

  1. Open the VM in VMC and wait for the desktop to load
  2. Login using the credentials above
  3. Update packages: sudo apt update && sudo apt upgrade
  4. Customize the Xfce desktop through Settings Manager
  5. Install applications using the Software Center or apt command

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.