Arch-VM-Base

Overview

This repo contains the build files for the base of the Arch VM used by ship and also the built image releases

Main Components

build.sh

• Deletes any existing "arch-vm-base" VM
• Creates a new VM using the latest Arch Linux ISO
• Modifies the VM's XML configuration to add a console
• Starts the VM

install.sh

• Runs the installation and configuration tasks inside the Arch Linux VM
• Sets up essential system components and configurations

setup.sh

• Partitions the disk and sets up LVM
• Installs the base Arch Linux system
• Configures system settings (locale, hostname, users, etc.)
• Installs essential packages (e.g., Xorg, NetworkManager)

view_vm.sh

• Connects to the VM console for interaction

release.sh

• Shuts down the VM
• Compresses the VM disk image
• Splits the disk image into parts for easier distribution

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These scripts streamline the creation and customization of Arch Linux VMs, providing a reliable and reproducible setup as a base for ship to use.