Arch rotates kernels frequently. Install the headers for your specific kernel (e.g., linux-headers for the default kernel, linux-lts-headers for LTS, or linux-zen-headers for Zen):
sudo /usr/lib/vmware/bin/vmware-vmx --new-sn <your-license-key>
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If you need to remove VMware Workstation Pro for any reason (e.g., to upgrade to a newer major version or switch to a different hypervisor), use the built-in uninstaller:
Installing VMware Workstation Pro on Linux is slightly more technical than on Windows, but the performance and features are well worth the effort. The entire process—from installing dependencies to launching your first VM—should take less than 15 minutes on a modern machine. how to install vmware workstation pro on linux
Once downloaded, navigate to your Downloads folder in the terminal:
Follow the graphical installer prompts.
sudo ./VMware-Workstation-Full-*.x86_64.bundle --console --eulas-agreed
Note: Ensure you have the correct URL from the VMware download page as versions change frequently. Step 4: Make the Installer Executable Arch rotates kernels frequently
The most common reason for VMware installation failure on Linux is missing kernel headers or build tools. Let's resolve that first based on your distribution.