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Linux Requirements for Guest Customization

Guest customization of a Linux guest operating system can occur if:

  • The clone or template has one of the following Linux versions installed:
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux AS 3.0
  • Red Hat Advanced Server 2.1
  • SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 8
  • The clone or template has a root volume formatted with an ext2 or ext3 file system.

    • Note: A default installation of SUSE LINUX Enterprise Server 8.0 formats the disk using the ReiserFS file system, which is not supported. If you would like to customize your SUSE virtual machines, be sure to format the disk using an ext2 or ext3 file system during the installation of the guest operating system.

  • The VMware Open Source Components are installed on the VirtualCenter server.

    • Refer to Installing the VMware Open Source Components for additional information.

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