macosresolutionvirtualbox
I've installed VirtualBox 5.0.10 on my Mac and now I'm trying to run Bio-Linux (Ubuntu 14.04) in a VM.
The resolution of the Linux desktop when I go to settings > monitor is set to 640 x 480 with no other options.
How can I improve this?
I'm using a MacBook Air 4GB Memory 1.3 GHz.
Yes; I confirm Debian runs Full Screen under VMWare on Lion at 2560x1440.
I would recommend using iStat Menus.
Here's a direct quote from their website:
CPU & GPU
Realtime CPU graphs and a list of the top 5 CPU resource hogs. CPU usage can be tracked by individual cores or with all cores combined, to save menubar space.
Plus, GPU memory and processor usage on supported Macs, and the active GPU can be shown in the menubar.
In addition to the above, iStat Menus monitors a whole range of things that you may find useful.
You can download it for a 14 day trial to test it out prior to purchase.
NOTE: I have no affiliation whatsoever with iStat Menus.
Best Answer
You may either download the OVA file for use with VirtualBox/VMWare: bio-linux-ova and import it ( File -> Import Appliance...) as a new VM. The ova file itself won't be modified. Before starting increase the video memory in the VM settings to 32 GB - 128 GB. The username/password are manager/manager.
Or you download the latest Oracle VM VirtualBox Extension Pack, import it (VirtualBox -> Preferences -> Extensions -> Blue Button with the orange arrow) and mount the Guest Additions (VirtualBox VM -> Devices -> Insert Guest Additions CD image...) after starting the VM.
You will be asked to allow the automated mounting. After entering your password the guest additions will be installed. After restarting the VM you are free to choose any available resolution.