I’ve been trying to install Parrot OS on VMware for 1 week now and I get the same error message every time, namely “no device for installation media was detected”. I can install Kali Linux without any problems. I’ve already tried VirtualBox with the same result.
Note: I am a beginner and a noob when it comes to operating systems other than Windows.
Only reference to the underling problem I could find is here:
" miss a isofs.ko driver in /install/initrd.gz and it exist in /live/initrd.img so that’s why it’s ok with LiveCD boot option but failed with Install option"
for a better installation ensure, on Parrot in ISO file you need if you are in Windows to switch to dual boot mode, the Win32DiskImager program which locks the USB key for a better installation. Here is the download link: Win32 Disk Imager download | SourceForge.net
Then, use Etcher for flashing the iso to usb. If you want to use Parrot on a VM, we have some cute ova ready to use here Download ParrotOS OVA and Docker
If this doesn’t work, try to use an older version of etcher.
Is preferred to go in live mode and use Calamares installer.