In this article, we will explain how to install Zentyal Server version 8.0 on VMware Workstation with UEFI support and the basic configuration steps. Zentyal Server is an Ubuntu-based server management tool that stands out with features such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Firewall.

1. Requirements

VMware Workstation 15 or later
Zentyal Server 8.0 ISO file (You can download it from https://zentyal.com/download/)
Minimum 2 GB RAM, 2 CPU and 20 GB disk space

2. Creating a Virtual Machine

Open VMware Workstation.
Select "Create a New Virtual Machine" > "Custom (advanced)".
Compatibility: Workstation 15.x or later
Installer disc image file (iso): Show the Zentyal 8.0 ISO file.
Guest OS:
- OS: Linux
- Version: Ubuntu 64-bit
VM Name: ZentyalServer8
Location: Select a suitable directory.
Firmware Type: UEFI
CPU, RAM, Disk:
- 2 CPU
- 2048 MB RAM
- 20 GB SCSI disk
Network: Bridged or NAT
Create the virtual machine by saying Finish.

3. Zentyal Server 8.0 Installation

Start the VM and select the Install Zentyal Server option from the installation menu.
Configure settings such as language, keyboard, region.
Network connection will be configured automatically. If DHCP is available, an IP will be assigned.
Determine the hostname (server name) (e.g.: zentyal.local).
Disk partitioning: You can use the option to use the entire disk.
Determine a username and password.
Restart the system when the installation is complete.

4. VMware Tools (Open VM Tools) Installation

Since Zentyal is Ubuntu-based, you can install Open VM Tools from the terminal with the following command:

sudo apt update && sudo apt install open-vm-tools -y

Then the virtual machine can be restarted:

sudo reboot

5. Web Interface Configuration

Go to the following address from your browser:

https://<server-ip-address>/ (may also be with port 8443)

The browser may give a warning about the pre-defined certificate, proceed.
Use the username and password you set during installation to log in.

Module Selection:
After installation, you can select and install components such as Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Mail, Firewall, etc.

6. Setting a Static IP (Optional)

Edit the following file from the terminal:

sudo nano /etc/netplan/01-netcfg.yaml

Example content:

network:
  version: 2
  renderer: networkd
  ethernets:
    ens33:
      dhcp4: no
      addresses:
        - 192.168.1.50/24
      gateway4: 192.168.1.1
      nameservers:
        addresses: [8.8.8.8, 1.1.1.1]

Save and close, restart the network:

sudo netplan apply

7. Frequently Encountered Problems

Unable to access the web interface:
- Check the server IP.
- Make sure the HTTPS port is open (8443).
Network issues:
- The VMware network adapter must be configured correctly according to the NAT/Bridged selection.

Zentyal Server 8.0 is an ideal server solution for SMB and local network management. With this guide, you can start using Zentyal efficiently by installing it on VMware and making basic settings.

In case of any problems, you can refer to the Zentyal community forums or documentation: https://forum.zentyal.org/