Is this the version to get to build a virtual machine on a mac, or do I need the "full version"
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Yes this is the version you would buy to create a virtual machine on a Mac. I used this version to build a windows 8 machine on my iMac using Parallels. Works like a charm.
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This is a full version... The difference between this one and the boxed version is that there is no Microsoft customer support include. As for installing on your MAC, yes this version will work. You can use Bootcamp that came with your MAC to dual boot or purchase and install Parallels which will allow you to run it virtually inside of OSX.
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This is the full version and I used it to build a virtual machine on a Mac. Has been working fine for months. The hardest part was reading the itty bitty serial number on a swirly background which has a lot of similar looking letters/numbers. A bright light and magnifying glass will help.
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I build my rig piece by piece so I got this version hence the name "System Builder" but if you want to install on a mac that already has an OS then you will need to buy the full version or honestly I don't think it even matters.
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This is a full version 1 key, differences is it can be used on multiple builds with the purchase of more keys
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This is the full version, and will work perfectly as a virtual machine. OEM versions do not come with tech support from Microsoft, thus the lower price. You might be interested in testing it before purchasing. You can download a ISO of a 90 day evaluation of Windows 8.1 Enterprise from Microsoft Technet Evaluation Center. http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/evalcenter/hh699156.aspx Also, Frys.com is selling the Win 8.1 OEM for $95 w/free shipping right now. http://www.frys.com/product/7877319?site=sr:SEARCH:MAIN_RSLT_PG
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It is my understand you can install this version on a mac with an intel chipset however, from what I understand you need to get an extra program to help with the install. Dont recall the name off hand
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The Mini model I bought is the same one being offered today. It comes shipped with Mountain Lion and is upgradable to Mavericks for free. I am running Yosemite beta now and it's faster than ever.
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Hi Richard! You can install programs (like parallels) in this laptop to have virtual machines where you can install any OS you want (like windows). But in fact you CANT move windows programs directly (without the apps I mentioned before) into this Apple laptop. Mac OS and Windows are two completly different operation systems that works in entirely different ways. If you are mainly going to use those windows programs in daly basis I do not recommend you to buy this laptop, get another (not apple) one.
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This one came with V 5.25 loaded on it, After I Checked on line and found the current Version, You could load RB OS V 6.27 using Winbox If you would like.
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Thanks for the info. I have VMware Fusion but just afraid to go the windows way!I read that once installed it will be vulnerable like PC and have to install all the anti-virus, spywar etc..What's ur experience like?Thanks
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I had a similar bad experience with installing Mavericks on a similar iMac. While the additional memory was helpful, I don't think the newer OSs are exactly compatible with legacy models; we had overheating and random shutdown issues. We eventually rolled back to Snow Leopard and it's been much better since.
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I was on the verge of getting a Mac if for no other reason then final cut. But I know I don't have a good hard drive, just the original 72,000 rpm included with my Emachines et1352-53, I have heard of raid setups. Could you tell me what I would need to set up something like that? also where did you get your weird software (was it Edius?)
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Yes. That is what is written on the box under Operation System Specifications. Also got MAC version works well on my MAc
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Nope. Unfortunately it only comes with Snow Leopard and doesn't support anything later than it. I'm sure hackers will find a way of making it run, though.
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I have Mavericks OS 10.9.4 and it works fine. I don't know how far back it goes. The box it came in was destroyed in our earthquake so I don't have the Mac specs handy, but I would guess it might go back as far as Snow Leopard, maybe earlier, but that is just a guess. Is it not supplied with the sales specs for the product? Sorry, I don't have more info handy at this time. I do have to say that I have moved on to Rosetta Stone. They have a terrific sale (50% and I bought the full program Levels I-V for about $250. Don't know if it's still on, but I received it just before the quake. Now that Our house is about restored, I'm getting ready to load it up.
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Yes. Go to its website to download the mac version driver and you are good to go
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Same as previous poster. Each virtual drive is saved as a file that can be transferred from one hard drive to another just like an document file or a picture file. You can set the size and resize as needed should your initial virtual drive not be big enough. For instance, I'm running my copy of Win 7 Ultimate (32 bit since I don't have/need more than 3-4GBs of RAM to run everything I need in the virtual machine) as my virtual drive. Parallels allows you to completely customize how integrated your virtual machine is with your main OS (Mac OS X). I have it set so that I can access my Mac's drives (internal and external) and swap files all I want, and I can even directly access a word file on my OSX's desktop directly in my virtual machine which is where I've got MS Word. There shouldn't be any need whatsoever to use multiple partitions in the virtual machine since you can just add another virtual drive or repartition your home machine and access it through Parallel's file sharing options.
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I'm going to go the local Dell shop here in Nepal to test on a Mac (MBA 2013). It seems to me that if you are running either Parallels Desktop 9 or VMWare latest, in theory, it should work no? I would like to have a touch screen for my WIN 8.1 Pro images that I run on macs all the time (i.e. I always have that fullscreen on an external monitor anyway). Anyone else try this yet?
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I am new to Macbook, and OS X. Using Apple Parallels, a virtual machine, I am running Windows 7 Professional. But I mostly use use an Apple release of Word and Excel; it's easier than starting the VM. But the Windows VM on.com MacBook runs all Windows applications. You can also install Oracle's Virtualbox, a free VM, that also runs Windows on the Mac. I use Virtualbox to run Linux and Android releases.I am a software developer and it's really handy to have all the operating systems running on one system. I highly recommended the Macbook Pro. It's expensive, but worth every penny to me. I am new to Macbook, and OS X. Using Apple Parallels, a virtual machine, I am running Windows 7 Professional. But I mostly use use an Apple release of Word and Excel; it's easier than starting the VM. But the Windows VM on.com MacBook runs all Windows applications. You can also install Oracle's Virtualbox, a free VM, that also runs Windows on the Mac. I use Virtualbox to run Linux and Android releases.I am a software developer and it's really handy to have all the operating systems running on one system. I highly recommended the Macbook Pro. It's expensive, but worth every penny... » Read More I am new to Macbook, and OS X. Using Apple Parallels, a virtual machine, I am running Windows 7 Professional. But I mostly use use an Apple release of Word and Excel; it's easier than starting the VM. But the Windows VM on.com MacBook runs all Windows applications. You can also install Oracle's Virtualbox, a free VM, that also runs Windows on the Mac. I use Virtualbox to run Linux and Android releases.I am a software developer and it's really handy to have all the operating systems running on one system. I highly recommended the Macbook Pro. It's expensive, but worth every penny to me. « Show Less
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Yes, you must install an OS (Windows or other) before you can run applications. VMWare just sets up the hardware emulation, it does not include operating systems.
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According to the Phoenix and Horizon Hobby websites, this version will work on an INTEL-based Mac, running Windows XP, Vista, or 7, and also one of the following:Bootcamp (recommended)VMware FusionParallelsIt definitely won't run on an older, non-INTEL Mac or under the Apple OS.Since I'm not a Mac user, I'm not sure I couldn't guarantee if it would work. Others, below say definitely not, but maybe it was tried on a non-INTEL computer. I can only suggest that you do more research on the internet.