2.3.3. VBox part 1b: Warnings and Errors when Starting Up

2.3.3.1. BIOS virtualization warning

When you start the computer, you may get a warning like this:

or expanded:

This means your BIOS has virtualization disabled. You must enter the BIOS and enable Virtualization Technology

Here is an example of the steps required:

1. shut down the computer

2. boot the computer and press F10 or DEL to enter the BIOS

3. go to

   Security-> System Security

4. Look for something saying “Virtualization Technology”; ENABLE IT

5. Save and restart the machine.

2.3.3.2. Ethernet Port Warning

When you start the Virtual Computer you will probably get a pop-up window with a warning that the network adapter “eno1 Wi-Fi (AirPort) (adapter 1)” was not found.

Click on the box that says “Change Network Settings”

Now you will get a Virtual Box tool to change the settings, already on the Network tab. Just click OK, because it has probably autodetected your network card.

Now the virtual computer should boot.