Last updated
Aug 17, 2024

Guide

This guide describes basic operation of EBG: El Box Glance.

1. Installation

  • Visit the Apple Store and search for “ebg or El Box Glance” or Go to App Store from here.
  • Purchase and Install; Click on the price button to purchase the app. After the purchase is complete, the app will automatically download and install on your device.

2. Preparation

  • Identify your host machine architecture:
    • Use ‘aarch64’ or ‘arm64’ for Apple Silicon chips.
    • Use ‘x86’ or ‘amd64’ for Intel-based chips.
  • System Image Installer:
    • Download macOS (ipsw) system image from the official Apple website, compatible with Apple Silicon chips.
    • Download a Linux distro (iso) system image that matches your architecture.

Note: Official latest macOS release and free systems from various vendors are available to download directly within the setup panel.

3. Working with pre-installed system images (raw/img)

  • Starting from version 3.3 and later, import preinstalled image with raw/img format.
  • Alternative options to run a vm with preinstall system image:
    • Use Network Block Device (NBD) server.
    • Manually replace a new/existing box image with a pre-installed image on your host machine file system.

3. Configuration

The default configuration of EBG includes:
    x2 Encryption Controller
    x2 Core vCPU
    2GB RAM
    32GB Storage Disk
    Keyboard Device
    Pointing Device
  • You can adjust these settings as per your requirements within the application.

4. Uninstallation

To remove EBG and related data from your host machine, follow these steps:

  • Select ‘Erase All Boxes’ from El Box Glance option in the Menu bar.
  • Navigate to the Application folder and remove El Box Glance.

5. Contact Us

If you have any questions or need further clarification, don’t hesitate to contact us.

info@elboxglance.com