INSTALAR ANDROID EN VIRTUALBOX

Installing Android on a Virtual Machine Using VirtualBox

Downloading the Android ISO Image

• The video begins with instructions to download the Android x86 ISO image from the official website, with a link provided in the description.

• Users are advised to select the latest version available; as of this recording, it is version 9.0. Future viewers can choose newer versions without changing installation steps.

• It is recommended to download the 64-bit version of Android for optimal performance and compatibility.

Setting Up VirtualBox

• Viewers should have VirtualBox installed prior to starting; installation details are deemed unnecessary due to its simplicity.

• A new virtual machine (VM) is created, named "Android," selecting "Linux" and then "Other Linux (64-bit)" as types.

• Memory allocation for RAM should not exceed a green line indicator; 4 GB is suggested as a minimum, while 8 GB is chosen for faster installation.

Configuring CPU and Storage

• CPU settings allow users to allocate cores based on their computer's capabilities; three cores are selected here, but one core will suffice if needed.

• Storage size for the VM can vary based on user needs; in this case, 180 GB is allocated before proceeding with setup.

Finalizing VM Configuration

• The ISO image must be attached in the VM settings under storage options by selecting the downloaded file from its location.

• Video memory should be maximized, and default graphics controller settings are recommended unless issues arise during startup.

Starting Installation Process

• After configuration, users can start their VM. The GRUB menu appears where navigation occurs via keyboard arrows instead of mouse input.

• The installation option is selected from GRUB, leading to partition management where GPT usage is declined in favor of traditional methods.

Partitioning and Formatting

• New partitions are created using keyboard commands; primary partitions utilize all available space before confirming changes.

• Users must confirm writing changes by typing 'Yes' when prompted about disk modifications.

Bootable Partition Setup

• To make partitions bootable, users select appropriate flags within partition management tools before finalizing changes again with 'Yes.'

Formatting Partitions

Installation and Configuration of Android x86

Initial Setup and Installation Process

• The installation process begins with a prompt to confirm the deletion of existing data, which is safe as it only formats the virtual disk, leaving the main computer disk untouched.

• After confirming, the installation proceeds quickly. If a console screen appears instead of Android, users are advised to adjust settings in the virtual machine configuration.

• Users should change the graphics controller to "vga" and ensure that no Android image is mounted to avoid boot issues.

Booting into Android

• Upon restarting, if configured correctly, users can successfully boot into Android by selecting the first option from the GRUB menu.

• Once booted, users will configure their language settings and connect to Wi-Fi. A virtual network shared with Windows will be used for connectivity.

Account Setup and Customization

• Users have options for data transfer during setup; however, skipping this step is also possible. They can choose not to sign in with a Google account initially.

• After accepting Google services terms, users can set up security features like passwords or skip them entirely.

Finalizing Configuration

• Users select an application for their home screen before finalizing setup. The system loads Android x86 for use without issues.