Ubuntu intallation is stuck at vmware tools installation [closed]

Follow the 3 Steps ...

1. Restore the /etc/issue file:

   sudo mv /etc/issue.backup /etc/issue

2. Restore the /etc/rc.local file:

   sudo mv /etc/rc.local.backup /etc/rc.local

3. Restore the /etc/init/lightdm.conf file:

   sudo mv /opt/vmware-tools-installer/lightdm.conf /etc/init

Then reboot.

I just had the same issue with Worksattion 7 and Ubuntu 12.04.

I tried the suggested solutions, however they did not work.

What worked for me was Creating the VM first by choosing the option "I will install the OS later"

then mount the iso on the CDROM through the settings window and boot it up.

Worked 1st time.

also once its finished copying the files disconnect the cd rom at reboot

Here is an alternative approach: https://askubuntu.com/questions/126229/12-04-stuck-at-vmare-easy-install

I did not test it - no priority now - but do experience the same issue. As I only use Ubuntu for some testing it is not that bad, but strange. Have been installing Ubuntu since 6.06 LTS in VMWare and never had this problem (did have other issues though ;-) )