Unraid: How to Setup Unraid as a VM on Unraid

Tutorial: Setting Up Unraid as a Virtual Machine on Unraid

Introduction:

1. Thank your subscribers and supporters for their contributions to the channel.
2. Discuss the benefits of setting up Unraid as a virtual machine, such as testing plugins, docker containers, and system changes without risking the host system.
3. Mention the importance of having a fresh USB for Unraid and the ability to test Unraid versions in a virtual machine before upgrading the main host system.

Step 1: Prepare for Setup

1. Verify that your system supports virtualization by checking if HVM or IOMMU is enabled in your BIOS settings.
2. Understand the risks involved in setting up Unraid as a virtual machine and the importance of taking backups.

Step 2: Setting Up the USB Drive

1. Format a USB drive with a specific name as referenced in the guide.
2. Download the latest stable release of Unraid and extract it to the USB drive.
3. Modify the config files for the Unraid virtual server.

Step 3: Making the USB Bootable

1. Edit the make bootable .bat file with Notepad++.
2. Save the changes and safely eject the USB drive from your computer.

Step 4: Starting Unraid as a VM

1. Plug the USB drive into your Unraid server and restart the server.
2. Ensure that the server boots from the USB drive and check the license details.

Step 5: Configuring the Host System

1. Install the USB Manager app from the app store and configure it for Unraid.
2. Adjust settings for disk allocation and storage types based on your requirements.

Step 6: Adding Disks to the VM

1. Use the USB Manager to add additional disks to the Unraid VM for testing various configurations.
2. Configure the settings for the added disks and create the VM.

Step 7: Starting the Unraid VM

1. Start the Unraid VM and attach the USB drive for booting.
2. Explore the options for managing the VM and consider adding more VMs for different purposes.

Step 8: Testing Unraid Versions

1. Use the Unraid VM to test new versions like 6.10 rc1 without impacting the main host system.
2. Enjoy the setup process and the ability to experiment with different configurations in a safe environment.

Conclusion:

1. Thank the testers, writers, and community members who contributed to the setup process.
2. Encourage users to explore the possibilities of running Unraid as a VM and share their feedback with the community.

By following these steps, you can successfully set up Unraid as a virtual machine on Unraid and explore various configurations without risking your main host system.