How to Install macOS on a Virtual Machine

Are you eager to run macOS on your computer without having to upgrade or purchase a new machine? Installing macOS on a virtual machine is a great way to do so. In this article, we will guide you through the process of setting up and installing macOS on a virtual machine using VMware.

Step 1: Prepare Your Virtual Machine

Before installing macOS, you need to create a new virtual machine in VMware. To do this, launch VMware and click on 'Create a New Virtual Machine.' Choose 'Typical (recommended)' as the installation type and follow the prompts to create a new virtual machine.

Step 2: Allocate Resources to Your Virtual Machine

Next, you need to allocate some resources to your virtual machine while still keeping enough for your host operating system. For this, navigate to the 'Resources' tab in the virtual machine settings and allocate at least 2 cores of CPU and 4 GB of RAM.

Step 3: Install VMware Unlocker

If you are using VMware Workstation, you will need to install VMware Unlocker to enable support for macOS installation. Download and install VMware Unlocker from the official website and follow the prompts to complete the installation process.

Step 4: Create a New Virtual Disk

To create a new virtual disk, navigate to the 'Hard Disk' tab in the virtual machine settings and click on 'New.' Choose 'Use an existing virtual disk' and select the virtual hard drive file you created earlier. Set the maximum disk size to at least 25 GB and choose a location for the virtual hard drive.

Step 5: Install macOS

With your virtual machine set up, it's time to install macOS. Navigate to the 'Install macOS' section in the virtual machine settings and select the 'Apple Mac OS X' operating system. Choose 'macOS 10.15' as the version and select 'I will install the operating system later.'

Step 6: Boot into EFI Text-Mode GUI

To boot into the EFI text-mode GUI, navigate to the 'Boot Options' tab in the virtual machine settings and select 'EFI Firmware.' Click on 'OK' and minimize VMware.

Installing macOS on a virtual machine is a great way to run the operating system without having to upgrade or purchase a new machine. With these steps, you can set up your virtual machine and install macOS with ease. Remember to allocate sufficient resources to your virtual machine and choose the correct version of macOS during installation.

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