Embedded Files
VMware allows you to run Windows 11 in a virtual machine on your Mac. This enables Mac users to access Windows-specific software that may be required for business courses. However, not all Windows applications are compatible with this configuration. Before requesting an appointment, please review our computer requirements and list of supported applications to confirm that your Mac and required software are compatible.
Parallels or VMWare? What's the difference?
Parallels or VMWare? What's the difference?
Parallels and VMware both allow you to run Windows 11 on a Mac. However, VMware is available at no cost through the University and is supported by the MSBTC. For this reason, we do not recommend purchasing Parallels solely for coursework. Support for Parallels is limited because it is not a University-supported application.
Computer Requirements
Computer Requirements
You must have at a minimum:
85 GB minimum of available storage on your internal hard drive.
256 GB of total storage on your internal hard drive.
16 GB of RAM recommended. 8 GB minimum.
Mac OS Sequoia or later fully updated.
If your Mac does not meet these requirements, accessing Windows 11 through a browser is the alternative. Instructions are available here.
Applications
Applications
We provide a free, licensed copy of Windows 11 and Microsoft Office for Windows. It is not necessary for Mac users to purchase this software.
Pre-installed* applications on Windows 11 VMWare image include:
Pre-installed* applications on Windows 11 VMWare image include:
Microsoft Suite, including Access and Excel
PowerBI
*Note: Users will have administrative rights to install additional programs on Windows 11.
Applications not supported:
Applications not supported:
While these applications will technically install on our virtual Windows 11 image, these applications do not currently support ARM CPUs. If you decide to install these applications, we cannot guarantee these applications will work as expected. Mac users who need these applications can access them here.
Decision Tools, including @Risk, Precision Tree, etc. (System Requirements)
Alteryx (System Requirements)
Scheduling Installation Appointment
Scheduling Installation Appointment
Be prepared to spend 30 minutes in the Tech Center with your computer. You must be with your computer at all times.
When you are ready, please book an appointment with us to install VMWare on your Mac by clicking the button below.
VMWare Self-Installation
VMWare Self-Installation
If you are not able to schedule an appointment with us, you may conduct the installation of VMWare and Windows 11 as long your computer meets our system requirements. Please fill out the form below to obtain the installer and installation instructions.
Freeing up storage before a VMWare installation
Freeing up storage before a VMWare installation
In order to get your VMWare installed, you need a minimum of 85 GB of free storage. One of the ways to discover which apps and programs on your laptop are taking up the most space is through Grand Perspective. Watch this video to learn how to download it to prepare your laptop for your VMWare appointment!
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