Create a box

When Boxes is launched, the collection view opens, displaying your existing boxes. If you haven't yet created a box, an introductory message is displayed.

  1. Click + in the top left corner to launch the box creation assistant. Create a virtual machine from:

    • An operating system image file in your home folder detected by Boxes.

    • A selected local ISO file (if not found automatically above).

    • An installation media on a CD/DVD/USB drive.

    • A supported operating system available on the Operating System Download page

    If your installation media supports Express Installation, the installation can proceed without further input.

  2. After selecting one of the installations method above, continue to the Review and Create page where you can adjust memory, disk capacity and other preferences for your box.

  3. Click Create.

The collection view returns, and the installation of the box begins.