4.
Bootloader Installation
When asked:
Do you want to install GRUB boot loader? → Choose Yes.
Then:
Do you want to install /system directory as read-write? →
Choose Yes.
5. Installation Process
The installer will:
1. Format the partition.
2. Copy Android system files.
3. Install GRUB and configure boot entries.
This will take 1–5 minutes depending on your VM speed.
6. Finishing
After install completes, choose Reboot.
Remove the ISO from the VM’s CDROM (in virt-manager: VM → Details → CDROM →
Disconnect ISO).
The VM will boot into Android-x86 for the first time.
7. Android First Boot
You’ll see the Android boot animation.
The initial setup is just like a phone:
Select language.
Connect to network (it’ll use your VM’s network).
Sign into Google or skip.
Configure date/time, gestures, and theme.
If you want, I can give you keyboard shortcuts to navigate these screens easily inside the virt-
viewer/virt-manager console, because without them, it’s a bit painful.
Do you want me to include those? They make the text installer much easier to control.