Install Mac OS X Lion 10.7 In VMware Download
How to Install Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware
Mac OS X Lion 10.7 is the eighth major release of Apple's desktop and server operating system for Macintosh computers. It was released in July 2011 and introduced many new features, such as Mission Control, Launchpad, AirDrop, Resume, Auto Save, Versions, and more. If you want to try out Mac OS X Lion 10.7 on your Windows PC, you can install it in a virtual machine using VMware Fusion or VMware Workstation.
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In this article, we will show you how to install Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware using the Lion installer download or the Lion USB installer disk. Before you begin, make sure you have the following requirements:
A Windows PC with a 64-bit processor and at least 4 GB of RAM.
A copy of VMware Fusion or VMware Workstation. You can download a free trial from [VMware's website].
A copy of Mac OS X Lion 10.7 installer. You can purchase it from the [Mac App Store] or use a USB installer disk if you have one.
An Apple ID and password to activate Mac OS X Lion 10.7.
Installing Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware using the Lion installer download
If you have purchased Mac OS X Lion 10.7 from the Mac App Store, you can use the installer download to create a virtual machine in VMware. Here are the steps to follow:
Launch VMware Fusion or VMware Workstation on your Windows PC.
From the menu bar, go to File > New.
Choose Install from disc or image.
Drag and drop the Install Mac OS X Lion application onto the Choose an operating system installation disc or image drop-down menu. (The inner window frame highlights in blue, indicating that you can drop the file there).
The drop-down menu changes to Install Mac OS X Lion. Click Continue.
Ensure Operating System is set to Apple Mac OS X and Version is set to OS X 10.7 64-bit then click Continue.
If you wish to adjust any of the settings, click Customize Settings to specify non-default values for memory (RAM), CPU, hard disk size, etc.
Click Finish. The installation starts.
When prompted, select Reinstall Mac OS X and click Continue.
Click Continue. Agree to the license agreement and follow the prompts to begin the installation.
The Lion installer download additional needed components, then reboots.
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup of Mac OS X Lion 10.7.
Enter your Apple ID and password when prompted to activate Mac OS X Lion 10.7.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware using the installer download.
Installing Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware using the Lion USB installer disk
If you have a USB installer disk for Mac OS X Lion 10.7, you can use it to create a virtual machine in VMware. Here are the steps to follow:
Insert the USB installer disk into your Windows PC.
Launch VMware Fusion or VMware Workstation on your Windows PC.
From the menu bar, go to File > New.
Choose Continue without disc.
Choose Create a custom virtual machine then click continue.
Using the drop down menus, select Apple Mac OS X for the Operating System, and OS X 10.7 for the Version.
Note: Choose OS X 10.7 64-bit if you would like the 64 bit version.
Click Continue.
If you wish to adjust any of the settings, to specify non-default values for the memory (RAM), CPU, or hard disk size, click Customize Settings.
Click Finish. You are presented with the VMware EFI boot screen.
Press F2 to enter the BIOS setup.
Go to the Boot tab and select CD-ROM Drive as the first boot device.
Press F10 to save and exit.
The virtual machine will boot from the USB installer disk.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install Mac OS X Lion 10.7.
Enter your Apple ID and password when prompted to activate Mac OS X Lion 10.7.
Congratulations! You have successfully installed Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware using the USB installer disk.
Conclusion
In this article, we have shown you how to install Mac OS X Lion 10.7 in VMware using the Lion installer download or the Lion USB installer disk. You can now enjoy the features and benefits of Mac OS X Lion 10.7 on your Windows PC. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them below.
References:
[Installing Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) as a virtual machine in Fusion 4 and later (2005334) VMware KB]
[Mac App Store - Apple]