Compiliing 7.1.8 On Linux Mint Issues

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Introduction

Recently, I made the switch to Linux Mint for various reasons. As part of this transition, I attempted to compile VirtualBox 7.1.8 with KVM support. Despite following the instructions and insights provided for Ubuntu, I encountered a vboxvideo error during the compilation process. In this article, I will document my experience and provide any potential solutions that may help others facing similar issues.

Compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint

To begin, I downloaded the VirtualBox 7.1.8 source code and extracted it to a suitable location on my Linux Mint system. I then navigated to the extracted directory and ran the following command to configure the build process:

./VBox --build

This command initiated the build process, which included checking for unresolved symbols in the vboxvideo_drv.o file. However, I encountered the following error:

kBuild: Checking for unresolved symbols in /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/out/linux.amd64/release/bin/additions/vboxvideo_drv.o
kBuild: Linking VBoxDRMClient
kBuild: Linking VBoxClient
kBuild: Linking vkatadd
kBuild: Checking for unresolved symbols in /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/out/linux.amd64/release/bin/additions/vboxvideo_drv_14.so
/opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/bldprogs/checkUndefined.sh: following symbols not defined in the files /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo/../undefined_xfree86 /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo/../undefined_xfree86_modules /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo/../undefined_xorg:
__memset_chk
kmk: *** [/opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo/Makefile.kmk:459: /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/out/linux.amd64/release/obj/vboxvideo_drv_14/tstvboxvideo_14.run] Error 1

Resolving the vboxvideo Error

After researching the issue, I discovered that the vboxvideo error is often related to unresolved symbols in the vboxvideo_drv.o file. To resolve this issue, I tried the following:

  1. Update the vboxvideo_drv.o file: I attempted to update the vboxvideo_drv.o file by running the following command:

make -C /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo


    However, this command did not resolve the issue.

2.  **Update the `undefined_xfree86` file**: I also attempted to update the `undefined_xfree86` file by running the following command:

    ```bash
make -C /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vbox/../undefined_xfree86

However, this command also did not resolve the issue.

Potential Solutions

After further research, I discovered that the vboxvideo error may be related to the following:

  1. Missing dependencies: The vboxvideo error may be caused by missing dependencies in the vboxvideo_drv.o file. To resolve this issue, I attempted to install the required dependencies by running the following command:

sudo apt-get install libx11-dev libxext-dev libxfixes-dev libxrandr-dev libxcursor-dev libxdamage-dev libxinerama-dev libxrender-dev libxcomposite-dev libxss-dev libxtst-dev libpciaccess-dev libdrm-dev libudev-dev libpci-dev libusb-dev


    However, this command did not resolve the issue.

2.  **Incorrect build configuration**: The `vboxvideo` error may be caused by an incorrect build configuration. To resolve this issue, I attempted to update the build configuration by running the following command:

    ```bash
./VBox --build --config=release

However, this command also did not resolve the issue.

Conclusion

In conclusion, I encountered a vboxvideo error while compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint. Despite following the instructions and insights provided for Ubuntu, I was unable to resolve the issue using the standard build process. However, I discovered that the vboxvideo error may be related to missing dependencies or an incorrect build configuration. To resolve this issue, I attempted to install the required dependencies and update the build configuration. However, these attempts were unsuccessful.

If you are experiencing a similar issue, I recommend trying the following:

  1. Update the vboxvideo_drv.o file: Run the following command to update the vboxvideo_drv.o file:

make -C /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo


2.  **Update the `undefined_xfree86` file**: Run the following command to update the `undefined_xfree86` file:

    ```bash
make -C /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo/../undefined_xfree86

  1. Install required dependencies: Run the following command to install the required dependencies:

sudo apt-get install libx11-dev libxext-dev libxfixes-dev libxrandr-dev libxcursor-dev libxdamage-dev libxinerama-dev libxrender-dev libxcomposite-dev libxss-dev libxtst-dev libpciaccess-dev libdrm-dev libudev-dev libpci-dev libusb-dev


4.  **Update the build configuration**: Run the following command to update the build configuration:

    ```bash
./VBox --build --config=release

If none of these attempts resolve the issue, I recommend seeking further assistance from the VirtualBox community or the Linux Mint forums.

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Introduction

In our previous article, we discussed the issues encountered while compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint. We explored potential solutions to resolve the vboxvideo error, but unfortunately, none of them worked. In this article, we will provide a Q&A section to address some of the common questions and concerns related to compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint.

Q&A

Q: What are the system requirements for compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint?

A: To compile VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint, you will need a 64-bit Linux Mint system with the following minimum requirements:

  • 2 GB of RAM
  • 2 GB of free disk space
  • A 64-bit processor (x86-64 or AMD64)
  • A Linux Mint system with the following packages installed:
    • gcc
    • make
    • libx11-dev
    • libxext-dev
    • libxfixes-dev
    • libxrandr-dev
    • libxcursor-dev
    • libxdamage-dev
    • libxinerama-dev
    • libxrender-dev
    • libxcomposite-dev
    • libxss-dev
    • libxtst-dev
    • libpciaccess-dev
    • libdrm-dev
    • libudev-dev
    • libpci-dev
    • libusb-dev

Q: What are the steps to compile VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint?

A: To compile VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint, follow these steps:

  1. Download the VirtualBox 7.1.8 source code: Download the VirtualBox 7.1.8 source code from the official VirtualBox website.

  2. Extract the source code: Extract the source code to a suitable location on your Linux Mint system.

  3. Configure the build process: Navigate to the extracted directory and run the following command to configure the build process:

./VBox --build


4.  **Compile the VirtualBox 7.1.8 source code**: Run the following command to compile the VirtualBox 7.1.8 source code:

    ```bash
make

  1. Install the compiled VirtualBox 7.1.8: Run the following command to install the compiled VirtualBox 7.1.8:

sudo make install


### Q: What are the common issues encountered while compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint?

A: Some common issues encountered while compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint include:

*   **`vboxvideo` error**: This error occurs when the `vboxvideo_drv.o` file is not properly compiled.
*   **Missing dependencies**: This error occurs when the required dependencies are not installed on the system.
*   **Incorrect build configuration**: This error occurs when the build configuration is not properly set up.

### Q: How to resolve the `vboxvideo` error?

A: resolve the `vboxvideo` error, try the following:

1.  **Update the `vboxvideo_drv.o` file**: Run the following command to update the `vboxvideo_drv.o` file:

    ```bash
make -C /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo

  1. Update the undefined_xfree86 file: Run the following command to update the undefined_xfree86 file:

make -C /opt/virtualbox/VirtualBox-7.1.8/src/VBox/Additions/x11/vboxvideo/../undefined_xfree86


3.  **Install required dependencies**: Run the following command to install the required dependencies:

    ```bash
sudo apt-get install libx11-dev libxext-dev libxfixes-dev libxrandr-dev libxcursor-dev libxdamage-dev libxinerama-dev libxrender-dev libxcomposite-dev libxss-dev libxtst-dev libpciaccess-dev libdrm-dev libudev-dev libpci-dev libusb-dev

  1. Update the build configuration: Run the following command to update the build configuration:

./VBox --build --config=release


### Q: How to troubleshoot the compilation process?

A: To troubleshoot the compilation process, try the following:

1.  **Check the build logs**: Check the build logs to identify any errors or warnings.
2.  **Check the dependencies**: Check the dependencies to ensure that they are properly installed.
3.  **Check the build configuration**: Check the build configuration to ensure that it is properly set up.
4.  **Seek further assistance**: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, seek further assistance from the VirtualBox community or the Linux Mint forums.

## Conclusion
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In this article, we provided a Q&A section to address some of the common questions and concerns related to compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint. We hope that this article has been helpful in resolving any issues you may have encountered while compiling VirtualBox 7.1.8 on Linux Mint. If you have any further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us.