NVIDIA GRID: Installing vGPU Drivers on a Linux Guest Machine (Manjaro) with GPU Pass-through

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Objective: Provide a comprehensive, informative, and step-by-step guide to installing NVIDIA GRID vGPU drivers on a Manjaro Linux guest within a virtual environment.

Prerequisites:

• Manjaro Linux guest: Ensure your Manjaro guest OS is up-to-date with the latest packages.
• Virtual environment: The specific instructions may vary depending on the hypervisor you’re using (e.g., VMware Workstation, KVM, etc.).
• NVIDIA GRID vGPU: Access to a GRID vGPU card or appropriate permissions for remote access.
• Superuser privileges: You’ll need root or sudo access on your guest OS.
• Kernel headers and DKMS: These are essential for building and installing custom kernel modules.

Install Kernel Headers and DKMS:

• Open a terminal window in your Manjaro guest and update your package lists:

sudo pacman -Syu

• Install the kernel headers and DKMS:

sudo pacman -S linux-headers dkms

• Download NVIDIA GRID vGPU Drivers:
• https://ui.licensing.nvidia.com/software
• Visit the NVIDIA website and download the appropriate GRID vGPU driver package for your Linux distribution and GRID card version. Make sure to choose the correct architecture (x86_64 or aarch64) and driver type (runfile or full installer).
• Transfer the downloaded driver package to your Manjaro guest using a method appropriate for your virtual environment (e.g., shared folder, file upload).
• Install the nvidia-smi to check GPU info :

sudo pacman -S nvidia-smi

• Install NVIDIA GRID vGPU Drivers:

Run the installer script (adjust the command based on the downloaded file type):

chmod +x ./NVIDIA-Linux-x86_64-535.129.03-grid.run

• Full installer:

sudo ./NVIDIA-Linux-x86_64-535.129.03-grid.run

• Important: Replace <version> with the actual driver version you downloaded.
• During installation, accept any license agreements if prompted.
• Verify Installation:

After installation, check if the NVIDIA GPU is recognized by running:

nvidia-smi

Conclusion:

Whether you’re a data scientist, a graphics designer, or simply someone who needs more graphical power, installing NVIDIA GRID vGPUs on your Manjaro guest can be a game-changer. Customize your virtual environment to meet your specific needs, and leverage the newfound power to achieve your goals. Remember, this guide is just the beginning — the possibilities are endless!