# Running a CloudReady ChromeOS VM in Virtualbox

💡 NOTE: This method uses an older version of CloudReady Free. The latest release is incompatible with VirtualBox due to graphics requirements

1. Open a web browser and download the CloudReady .ova Download
2. Launch VirtualBox
3. Select File > Import Appliance...
4. Click the Browse icon > Navigate to the downloaded .ova file > Select CloudReady_Free_x64_Virtualbox.ova
5. Click Next and then Import
6. Make sure the CloudReady_Free_x64 VM is selected and click Start > Normal
7. Select a Language and Keyboard Layout > Click Continue
8. Click Accept and install
9. Click Continue without Flash
10. Enter your Google/GMail account and password
11. Select an icon for your user account > Click OK
12. Click the Take a tour button
13. Welcome to CloudReady, ChromeOS