This repository serves as a curated collection of links to various Linux distributions available for the ARM64 architecture. These distributions can be used within an emulator on Apple Silicon devices.
Ubuntu
Links:
Ubuntu ServerNotes:
- To install Ubuntu Desktop, you must first install Ubuntu Server and then manually add the Ubuntu Desktop modules.Debian 12
Links:
Debian 12 - Net InstallDebian 12 - DVD
Notes:
- When using the Net Install .iso file, the network driver may not be recognized in Parallels Desktop.- To prevent this issue, it is recommended to use the DVD .iso file instead.
RedHat
Links:
RedHat Enterprise Linux for ARM64Notes:
- The ARM64 version of RedHat is not considered part of the Developer program for this project to be available for free.- The trial period lasts for 60 days.
Fedora
Links:
Fedora Alternative ArchitecturesNotes:
- The version to download is called 'Everything' which provides a .iso file.Arch Linux
Links:
ArchBootNotes:
- Installation is performed using ArchBoot.- ArchBoot does not support `archinstall`
Void Linux
Links:
Void LinuxNotes:
- The related section to download the .iso file is 'apple silicon (asahi)'.- The ARM64 version of Void Linux is designed to be used primarily with Asahi which means as a separate partition on your system.
Important
The distributions listed here have been tested on Parallels Desktop. Compatibility with other emulators or hardware may vary.
This list is periodically reviewed and updated to include new Linux distributions as they become available.
If you know of additional Linux distributions that support ARM64 and would like to add them to this list, feel free to submit a pull request.