Troubleshooting VirtualBox on Mac M1: 'VBoxManage' Errors and No Privacy Settings Adjustment

VirtualBox, a popular virtualization software, can be challenging to set up on Mac devices, especially with the recent release of Big Sur. One common issue users face is adjusting privacy settings for VirtualBox, which is not possible in the current version. This article will help you troubleshoot common errors and issues when using VirtualBox on your Mac M1.

Error: 'VBoxManage' Errors

When trying to create a new virtual machine or start an existing one, you may encounter the following error message:

`VBoxManage: error: Context: 'RTEXITCODE handleCreate(HandlerArg *)' at line 95 of file VBoxManageHostonly.cpp`

`VBoxManage: error: Details: code NS_ERROR_FAILURE (0x80004005), component HostNetworkInterfaceWrap, interface IHostNetworkInterface`

`VBoxManage: error: VBoxNetAdpCtl: Error while adding new interface: failed to open /dev/vboxnetctl: No such file or directory`

`VBoxManage: error: Failed to create the host-only adapter`

This error is related to a CLI used by Vagrant and controlling VirtualBox. To troubleshoot this issue, try restarting the VirtualBoxStartup.sh script using the following command:

`sudo '/Library/Application Support/VirtualBox/LaunchDaemons/VirtualBoxStartup.sh' restart`

No Option to Adjust Privacy Settings

Unfortunately, there is no option to adjust privacy settings when installing VirtualBox on Big Sur. This has been a known issue since the release of Big Sur. Instead, you can try reinstalling VirtualBox, which may resolve the problem.

In conclusion, troubleshooting VirtualBox on Mac M1 requires attention to detail and patience. By understanding common errors and issues, such as 'VBoxManage' errors and no option to adjust privacy settings, you can overcome these hurdles and continue using VirtualBox on your Mac device. Remember to restart the VirtualBoxStartup.sh script and consider reinstalling VirtualBox if necessary.

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