How to Install VirtualBox Kali Guest Additions on RHEL 9

The installation of VirtualBox Guest Additions is a crucial step in ensuring seamless communication between your virtual machine (VM) and host operating system. In this article, we will guide you through the process of installing VirtualBox Guest Additions on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) 9.

Before proceeding with the installation, make sure that your RHEL VM is up and running inside VirtualBox. If not, start it by following the necessary steps.

Step 1: Mount the VirtualBox Guest Additions ISO

To begin the installation process, you need to mount the VirtualBox Guest Additions ISO inside your virtual machine. In the VirtualBox window, select 'Devices' from the top menu and then click 'Insert Guest Additions CD Image.' This action will mount the Guest Additions ISO inside your VM.

Step 2: Install Prerequisites

VirtualBox Guest Additions require some prerequisites to be installed on your RHEL virtual machine. These dependencies include essential tools and libraries needed for the installation process. Install these dependencies using the following command:

`$ sudo dnf install kernel-devel -y`

Step 3: Mount the VirtualBox Guest Additions ISO

Once the prerequisites are installed, navigate to the directory where the Guest Additions ISO is mounted. The default path is typically `/run/media/$USER/VirtualBoxGuestAdditions`. Open your terminal in RHEL and change into this directory by running the following command:

`$ cd /run/media/linuxtechi/VBox_GAs_7.0.4/`

Step 4: Install VirtualBox Guest Additions on RHEL 9

Finally, run the installation script to install the VirtualBox Guest Additions kernel modules and drivers on your RHEL virtual machine. Run the following command as root or with sudo privileges:

`$ sudo ./VBoxLinuxAdditions.run`

The installation process may take a few minutes to complete. Once finished, restart your RHEL VM to ensure that the changes take effect.

Installing VirtualBox Guest Additions on RHEL 9 is a straightforward process that requires some basic command-line skills. By following these steps, you can ensure seamless communication between your virtual machine and host operating system. Without installing VirtualBox guest additions, your VM screen will look like below:

Remember to restart your RHEL VM after the installation process to ensure that the changes take effect. With VirtualBox Guest Additions installed, you can now enjoy enhanced functionality and performance in your virtual machine environment.

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