How to Run Windows On a Mac
Not sure how to run Windows on your Mac? Here you will find helpful tips to efficiently run Windows on Mac OS X 10.5 or later. There are two basic ways to run Windows on a Mac computer: using software called Bootcamp or software called...
Method 1 of 2:
Installing and Running Boot Camp
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Download and install Boot Camp from a reputable source. Try to download the software from CNET.com or from another reliable site. -
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Turn on your Mac and log into your account. -
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Go to the Utilities folder located under "Applications" or type "Boot Camp Assistant" into spotlight search. -
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Launch Boot Camp Assistant. -
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Click "Continue." -
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Decide how much space you want for your Windows partition. You can divide space equally between Mac OS and Windows, give Windows 32GB, or assign space manually using the slider. -
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Then click "Partition." -
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Insert your 32-Bit or 64-Bit Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7 DVD into your drive and click Start Installation. -
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Your Mac will restart and launch the Windows installer. Click continue/next. For Windows XP click Enter then press F8. -
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If prompted for product key enter it or leave it blank. (You can enter it later). -
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When presented with a list of partitions, select the one labeled "BOOT CAMP." -
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Format that partition and click "Continue." -
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The installation process will begin. Your Mac may restart several times. -
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Once Installation is finished and you have created a user account, insert your Mac OS X install DVD to install all of the Boot Camp drivers necessary for a smooth Windows-Mac environment.
Method 2 of 2:
Installing and Running Parallels
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Get up to date on your Mac OS. Go to Apple → Software Update... to check whether your operating system is up to date. -
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Purchase Parallels. You can purchase Parallels by buying a physical copy or by downloading it online. -
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Start the installation process. The manner of installation depends on whether you purchased a physical copy or downloaded a copy:- For downloaded copies: double-click the disk image file, which is most likely in your Downloads folder. This file has the extension ".dmg" behind it.
- For store-bought copies: inset the installation disc.
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Follow the onscreen instructions fully. -
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In the Applications folder, open Parallels Desktop. You have several options at this point:- Purchase and download a version of Windows online: select File → New → Buy Windows 7.
- Tell Parallels whether you intend to use Windows "like a Mac" (with Windows applications alongside Mac applications, on you Mac OS desktop) or "like a PC" (with Windows applications appearing in a separate window from Mac OS applications).
- Expect this process to take at least an hour. Your computer may reboot several times during this process.
- Install Windows using an installation disc: insert the Windows installation disc and go to File → New → Install Windows from DVD or image file.
- Tell Parallels whether you intend to use Windows "like a Mac" (with Windows applications alongside Mac applications, on you Mac OS desktop) or "like a PC" (with Windows applications appearing in a separate window from Mac OS applications).
- Purchase and download a version of Windows online: select File → New → Buy Windows 7.
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Continue following instructions from the Parallels installation assistant. -
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Start using Parallels by either opening a Windows program or by activating the power button in the Parallels Virtual Machines list. There are several ways that you can open a Windows program:- In the Windows Applications folder. If you opted to use Windows "Like a Mac" during the installation, you'll have a Windows Application folder in your Mac OS dock. As you install more Windows programs or applications, they go into this folder.
- Using the Windows Start Menu. Simply click on the Parallels icon in the menu bar and select "Windows Start Menu." Select any program from the Windows Start Menu.
- Using the Mac OS X Finder. Select the Windows volume on your desktop, then open the Program Files folder. Next, double-clicking the icon of the program you want to use in the Finder.
- Using Spotlight. Navigate to the Spotlight icon in the top right of your screen and type in the name of the program you want to use.
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Install any new programs like you would on a regular Windows PC. Download a file from the internet or insert an installation disc into your disc drive. The installation process should start without a hitch.
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